Friday, November 18, 2011

Hosting Holiday Guests - 11/18 Money Pit e-Newsletter

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•The Welcome Mat

The holidays are the time when we open our homes to friends and family to share meals and enjoy one another's company. Making the house comforting and inviting for guests while anticipating common holiday pitfalls is the order of the day, and it might seem like a tall one. But don't sweat--our menu of how-tos will help you cook up a successful holiday. You can do-it-yourself, but you don't have to do it alone.

•This Issue

Dining Chair Cushion Redo

Once the holidays arrive, keeping your home looking beautiful can be a challenge. Luckily, small improvements often make a big impression. You can easily update the look of your dining chairs with this simple upholstery project. read more

Create a Comfortable Space

Preparation for holiday guests doesn't have to take a lot of time or a big budget. Here's advice from the pros for creating welcoming guest spaces by prioritizing tasks and working with what you have to deck the halls in style. read more

How to Be a Great Host

Preparing for holiday guests with thoughtful accommodations cuts down on stress and creates ease for both the host and the hosted. You don't have to have a designated, guests-only room to accomplish this--just follow these basic hospitality principles and all your guests will feel at home during the holidays. read more

Solving Turkey Day Troubles

The potatoes are mashed, the pumpkin pie is cooling and the turkey is ready to be carved, but what's a homeowner to do when the unpredictable happens? Here are solutions to some of the holidays' most common home repair hurdles. read more

ON THE AIR: Avoid Holiday Plumbing Emergencies

Find out how to avoid plumbing emergencies by getting tips on how to take the strain off of your plumbing. Get tips on how to reupholster a dining room chair yourself, just in time for a big meal. Learn how to install fiberglass batt insulation properly so it stays put. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about electrical circuits, clogged tubs, refinishing a tub, and more. read more

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