I personally would rather be a partygoer than a party-thrower.

I'm shocked at how much I'm into Christmas pillows. There's cheesiness, obviously, but then there's really cute ones that are metallic that say "Ho Ho Ho" or "Merry" or cute vintage needlepoint ones.

Weigh down your curtains with a proper 5-inch hem. It makes them much more proportioned and professional-looking.

I would definitely bring silver into your holiday decor.

I personally would rather be a partygoer than a party-thrower.

Matte or satin sheen scuffs up very easily. So, unless you have it professionally done, definitely paint shelves or cabinets with something with a higher sheen.

I set up stations, buy a big vat of chili, and then guests do what they want to do - and I still get to party.