So Cal Homes and Lifestyle by Patty

With guest season (also known as THE HOLIDAYS) coming at you fast and furious, you want to be sure your home is cozy, but with that  fresh-as-spring feel  — as opposed to that musty-damp-winter feel. Here’s how to make that happen. 1. Deck the Halls, Inside and Out Deep clean inside and out. Organize your home especially if you have guests who will be staying over. Cleaning and organizing will not only make your home guest ready, but it will make entertaining easier in an organized space. 2. Spiff up the exterior Spruce up your curb appeal, check the lighting, and sweep the walkways or steps that your guests will take. Give the lawn or plants care or, if you live in a cold climate, make sure the ice and snow are cleared.  Do your holiday decorating and make you home look like it is holiday ready. 3. Stock Up on Guest Supplies Be prepared by making sure you have a stock of holiday entertaining essentials. Towels, sheets, pillows, shampoos, etc. Keep the...

With guest season (also known as THE HOLIDAYS) coming at you fast and furious, you want to be sure your home is cozy, but with that fresh-as-spring feel — as opposed to that musty-damp-winter feel. Here’s how to make that happen. 1. Deck the Halls, Inside and Out Deep clean inside and out. Organize your home especially if you have guests who will be staying over. Cleaning and organizing will not only make your home guest ready, but it will make entertaining easier in an organized space. 2. Spiff up the exterior Spruce up your curb appeal, check the lighting, and sweep the walkways or steps that your guests will take. Give the lawn or plants care or, if you live in a cold climate, make sure the ice and snow are cleared.  Do your holiday decorating and make you home look like it is holiday ready. 3. Stock Up on Guest Supplies Be prepared by making sure you have a stock of holiday entertaining essentials. Towels, sheets, pillows, shampoos, etc. Keep these on a shelf that...