Lifestyle
Ask Julia: Holiday Hosting Help!
I put out a call on Insta to see if anyone needed help with holiday hosting, and I had so many great replies. There were some questions that popped up multiple times too, so I compiled this Q&A to hopefully help you prep for a smooth and stress-free hosting season. It can feel intimidating to […]
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December 9, 2024
round up
The Best Cyber Monday Deals for Holiday Hosting
This post is sponsored by Wayfair. By the time Cyber Monday rolls around, I've usually grabbed the Christmas gifts I plan to buy for others and have moved on to home decor (my other favorite thing to shop for). My head is spinning with ideas on what my home needs for holiday parties on the […]
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December 2, 2024
Entertaining
12 Tips for How to Host and Make Your Guests Feel Completely at Ease
I recently got a question from a commenter who asked me how I entertain at home to make guests feel at ease. This question came at a great time since fall can be a natural hosting season from watch parties (there's football...or The Bach) to Thanksgiving. The truth is — Chris and I really *enjoy* […]
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October 2, 2024
Entertaining
Hosting a Party? Try One of These 7 Digital Invitation Sites
Last year, Chris wanted to do a fall low-country boil outside, and he wanted to invite 15 people over. He said, "I’m just going to send out a text." I said, "Wait, let me make an invitation!" When someone receives an invitation, they get the feeling that this event means something to you. I think […]
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September 5, 2024
Chris Cooks
Best Hot Dog Toppings - The Ultimate Hot Dog Bar
For someone who loves to cook things from scratch, you might be surprised to learn that hot dogs are my favorite food. There, I said it. And I stand by it. What really makes hot dogs fun are the toppings you can add to them - endless combinations, and a great way to serve a […]
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May 26, 2024
Entertaining
My 15-Minute Speed Cleaning I Do Before Guests Arrive
There's something so satisfying about a rapid fire clean-up round. If someone is coming over in less than 20 minutes, I've got a formula for speed cleaning that helps me feel like my space is welcoming, yet I'm not going to be hustling at the last minute. (Generally, I'm only focusing on the first floor […]
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May 23, 2024
Entertaining
How to entertain out-of-town guests at the holidays
A friend of mine recently called me for ideas for hosting her in-laws, who will be in town for the holidays for four days. Together, we brainstormed what works when it comes to entertaining out-of-towners (aka it's fun but low stress for you and not too tiring). We came up with a comprehensive list for […]
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December 14, 2023
Entertaining
Set The Table: Essentials, Next Level, and All-Out
Setting the table for the holidays can be an exciting endeavor that adds a special touch to your festive gatherings. Whether you're looking for a simple, straightforward setup or an all-out holiday wonderland, there are options for every style and budget. Here's how you can set your holiday table at three different levels: essential, next […]
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November 15, 2023
Entertaining
Setting a Festive Fall Tablescape With 5 Simple Tips
Chris and I are passionate entertainers. We love to spontaneously invite friends over for dinner, like tonight. Chris loves to host eager eaters with his new recipes, and I love to set the table. As the air turns crisp and leaves begin to blanket the streets, our focus naturally drifts to a tablescape more fit […]
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September 27, 2023
Product Tests
Finding The Best Air Mattress!
This time of year, everybody seems to be hosting family and friends, and I'm here to tell you it doesn't have to be complicated! There's nothing wrong with blowing up some air mattresses for a "pop-up" guest space. That being said, I know we've all had not-so-great air mattress experiences, so I wanted to do […]
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November 23, 2022
Design
My Must-Haves for Easing back into Traveling and Hosting!
This post is sponsored by Walmart In the last few months we have traveled back and forth to Raleigh four times and it felt so different after not traveling for a whole year! But also invigorating. Now that it's safer to do so, travel and hosting are coming back! While your guest room might have functioned as […]
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May 19, 2021
