Preparing your guest room for Thanksgiving guests is a thoughtful way to make them feel comfortable and welcome. Here are some tips to get your room ready:
Want to make your home feel more welcoming for Thanksgiving guests? Start at the point of entry, the front door. Make sure you clean the front door and polish the hardware. Then select a fall themed wreath and get a nice coir entry mat. If you are expecting snow, make sure you get a boot scraper and have a boot tray.
Once inside, look at the space you have. Is it well lit? Consider adding one or two table lamps to warm up the space, especially if your guests are arriving at night. If you do not have an entryway table, add one. The table can hold a decorative tray or dish with fresh fall flowers or plants. If there is room under your entry table, add a bench that guests can use to remove shoes if necessary. Also, if you are in a cold climate, add some decorative coat hooks by the entry for coats.
Don’t forget the smells! Add fall scented diffusers and candles to welcome guests as well as some relaxing music in the background.
You can personalize the space by adding photos of visiting guests from past memorable occasions like weddings or family reunions. You can splurge in this small area without blowing your budget and it will go a long way in making your home more inviting.