Make The Most Of Your Christmas Holidays With These Small Event Hacks

Getting ready for the Christmas holiday usually means buying gifts for all of your family members and planning a least one large holiday party. With the current state of the world, large events are no longer possible. While big parties are not an option, most families are still planning to host small intimate events to celebrate the holidays. If you are planning on hosting a small event, Costumes For All Occasions has some simple small event hacks that will help you make the most of your small Christmas event.

Visually Upgrade Your Adult Libations For Your Small Event

Small Event Decorating
Bling Your Wine Display

Wine is a common staple at any Christmas party. Instead of serving the bottle on ice as a centerpiece, upgrade your display. Freeze whole cranberries in the ice you plant to use in your wine bucket. This will add an elegant pop of color to your table without increase your decorating cost. If you don’t want to use fresh cranberries, you can also purchase colored pearls or beads and use them instead. Not only will this add to the aesthetics of the space, but it will also put a unique touch on your celebrations.

Decoration Hacks

When you are hosting a small event, you should put more time and effort into creating memorable decorations. The holidays are already hectic, so simplifying your decorating plans can make your event stress free even while upgrading your final look. You can pick up some holiday-themed decorations from the Christmas section and pair them with your own handmade details for a highly curated look.

For smaller events that will feature mostly family or close friends, consider making garlands from photos of people who won’t be able to attend. You can make a photo garland using pictures of past parties or even just candid shots of any past event. Mount the photos on cardstock along with labels, make garlands out of a few pictures interspersed with seasonal props to finish off the look. You can place these above doorways or even on doors that your guest will pass by during the event.

Make Cookie Ball Blossoms For Christmas 2020

Cookies Blossoms For Your Small Event
Cookies Blossoms For Your Small Event

Cookie exchanges are a traditional activity during the holidays. While many people will host this as a separate party, you can add it to your small event. Alternatively, you can also send cookies instead of visiting your friends in person if you plan to stay in quarantine. Round cookies are cute and trees or snowflake-shaped cookies are creative. Take this idea to a whole new level by creating holiday blossom cookies. Make balls out of your cookie dough and then shape them into flowers before baking them to perfection. Present your friends and family with lovely holiday bouquets at the end of your party.

Disconnect the Cord and Give Your Guest Visual Entertainment

Turn Of The TV at Your Small Event
Cut The Cord For Guest Interaction

Small events will give you more time with your guest. Unplug the TV and cover it with a seasonal painting. If you don’t have a painting large enough, consider wrapping your TV like a present in wrapping paper that matches your decor. Instead of electronics, give your friends and family other things to occupy their sight. Spend extra time decorating your tree, skip the traditional tree skirt, and use a scarf or throw instead. Add lighting in unique places such as along the fireplace or under tables. You would be surprised at how much conversation is started by providing little details that tickle the imagination.

Safe Small Events – Host For The Holidays

Safe Small Events Can Keep You Connected

In most places, large gatherings are restricted, but instead of canceling your plans for the holiday completely, host a smaller event instead. By following social distancing rules and keeping your event low key, you can still share the holidays with your friends and family. Not sure where to get started or even how to host Safe Small Events? Costumes For All Occasions has an easy to follow guide that will help you get the most out of your smaller-scaled holiday gatherings.

Refine Your Guest List For Safe Small Events

One of the most anticipated times of the year is the holidays. Most years this means parties, gatherings, and office soirees that will go down in water cooler history.  The holidays are a perfect time to gather with friends and family, or even with your coworkers to unwind reflect on everything wonderful in life. With the current restrictions on large gatherings, it is important to create a curated list of attendees that you really want to be there and who are likely to attend. It is a good idea to limit your parties to those who are not likely to bring additional guests, as well as those who are in generally good health.

Organize Properly

Staying organized is important even if you are having a smaller party than usual. With things how they are in the world, plans can change in the blink of an eye, so it is better to be over-prepared rather than underprepared. When you send out invitations, have your guest RSVP as well as sign up to Constant Contact. If this seems too complicated, you can also use Google Calendars for a no-fuss event tracking toil. Your guests easily update you if their availability changes and you can also create a schedule of things you need to complete before the big day. You can set your schedule for shopping, decorating, cooking, or even catering if that is what your event requires.

Focus on Creative Decorations

Champagne Decoration Dining Table Dish Dining Safe Small Events

There will be fewer people to take up space and hold attendees’ attention, so you can focus more on decor and personalized entertainment. Think about the theme of your event and take time to set things up in thoughtful, yet creative ways. We have a lot of decorations for just about every holiday and every occasion you can imagine. You can also check out some of our other posts for a birthday, Halloween, New Year’s, and Christmas party ideas for any size event.

Preserve Your Moments In Time At Safe Small Events

The moments you share with your friends and family this holiday should be remembered. One way to capture the moment is to offer disposable cameras to each guest. Another option is to hire a professional photographer to capture candid’s and group moments to share with your guest after your event is over. You can share them via social media, email, or even create a customized photo book keepsake to send out in the mail.

Pay Attention To Health & Handwashing

Safe Small Events Need Regular Handwashing

A day or two before the event it is a good idea to follow up with each of your guests. Ask them to perform a self checklist of common Covid-19 symptoms. If anyone suspects that are sick, or is just not feeling well, recommend that they skip the event but join the next one. You can also have one person in charge of live-streaming so those that are not able to attend in person can still join in on the fun. Hand washing should be a regular part of the evening. Ask your guest to wash their hands upon arrival and also several times during the event. This will help cut down on germ transmission and keep everyone at your holiday event safe.