One of the best parts of the holidays is spending time with the ones you love. It’s a time to sit around the table, break bread, laugh and indulge in all those savory and sweet dishes we’ve prepared. It doesn’t have to be fancy. Or, maybe it does? But before you host your next shindig, check out our top favorite DIYs and inspirations for holiday parties that can add a touch of elegance to the scenery.
Candy Cane Place Card Holder
There really is no other way we should be displaying place cards during the holidays. Check out this fun project from Emily at Industrious Justice.
Holiday Table Setting Inspiration
Looking for something with more of a rustic feel? Get some great ideas from Lindsay over at The White Buffalo Styling Co. Her Life of Splendor Christmas line is sure to inspire!
Santa Belt Solo Cups
Dawn over at Home Making Hacks has taken a boring red solo cup and turned it into the perfect vessel for all of your holiday cocktails. Find instructions here.
Christmas Stocking Silverware Holders
The folks over at Just Imagine have a TON of amazing holiday craft ideas, be warned that you may spend hours perusing through their site! My favorites are these mini stockings that act as silverware holders. Get some mini stockings from Amazon here.
$5 Holiday Center Pieces
How can something this adorable be only $5?! Michelle at Ocean Front Shack has your answer, view her post and instructions here.
Cookie Decorating Station
One of my favorite holiday memories is making holiday cookies for Santa (and mostly for me). But who says that has to stop once you get older? Design, Dining and Diapers has some great inspiration for setting up your very own Christmas cookie decorating station.
Holiday Photo Booth with Prop Set
Set up a super fun photo booth set so that you and your guests can commemorate all the fun, holiday festivities! You can make a simple backdrop simply using string lights, ornaments, mistletoe, etc., and get some Christmas props to make your photos extra silly and fun!
DIY Hostess Gift Ideas
Not hosting this year? You can still impress as a guest this holiday party season. Check out these adorable and thoughtful DIY Hostess Gift Ideas from Design, Dining and Diapers.
