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]]> By: Christmas Planning 2012 « NorthHantsMum https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-67694 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:02:59 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-67694 […] How to Entertain and Keep Costs Down During the Holidays Share this:EmailPrintFacebookLike this:LikeBe the first to like this.   […]

]]> By: kathy https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42097 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:59:34 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42097 One way that I’d prefer to cut down is when people ask what they can bring, I now tell them a bottle of wine or a fancy drink to share. Alcohol is probably the most expensive aspect of entertaining, and I can prepare much more food without having to pay for all of the alcohol too. And most people would probably welcome that idea because it’s easier for them to run and pick up a bottle of wine than it is for them to prepare a dish for about 10 people, for example. Also, I’m cutting back on calories and fat this year, so by not letting people bring food, I can control what is going in my mouth (and subsequently to my waist) this holiday season.

]]> By: Lauren@SimplyLKJ https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42088 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:43:37 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42088 Wonderful tips! In the past year I have switched my dishes, serving pieces and linens to all white. Goes with anything and is suitable for all occassions.
For those with limited dining space, I have two girlfriends who came up with solutions that worked wonderfully (just depends on your local weather). One cleared out the middle of her family room and set up tables there and the the other cleared out her garage and had Thanksgiving dinner out there using borrowed folding tables and chairs.

]]> By: Curtis & Sherrie https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42084 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:14:50 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42084 It is so true to keep it simple, especially at this time of year. Our dining room table is set with garage sale Christmas dishes we bought years ago, and decorated with items we already have. Every year I repurpose, re invent, and re use what ever is in our decoration tubs…… and it always looks fresh and new when you put it together differently. You can entertain less expensively, just think outside of the box!!!
Blessings to you and yours
Curtis & Sherrie

]]> By: teresa https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42083 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:50:13 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42083 I’m planning a couple of parties- I agree with you using what you have is key- I’m having a couple gatherings this month….a cookie exchange and a dinner party. Using fresh greens etc. from my yard- nothing fancy…just white napkins I’ve had forever, white dishes-etc. candles and mini lights add magic to any party. The only things new at this party will be the food =)
Thanks for your tips- always great advice here.
Happy day

]]> By: Jay @ LocalFood.me https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42082 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:20:33 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42082 Thanks for some really great tips on mixing and matching, and keeping it real.

]]> By: Heather https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42081 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:52:48 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42081 Distance is what’s stopping me from entertaining this year. However that being said, most of the family will get here for the annual gathering on the 18th. I’m keeping it simple by preparing the main course and asking everyone to bring either an appetizer or dessert. I’ve used http://www.punchbowl.com to send out the potluck list and people just choose what they want to bring. It’s a great tool that I use all the time for parties.
Thanks (again) for the tips. You always manage to put things into perspective.

]]> By: Darla https://reluctantentertainer.com/how-to-entertain-and-keep-costs-down-during-the-holidays/comment-page-1/#comment-42079 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:11:05 +0000 https://reluctantentertainer.com/?p=14901#comment-42079 Not enough room! We host the family Christmas Dinner every year and even though the family has grown over the years we have managed to fit around the table. Cozy, but we fit. This year there are a couple of other people who we want to have join us. I can’t leave them out just because it spoils my table setting but don’t know quite what I’ll do. There aren’t enough kids to do a kid table (one 14, one 9) If I serve food buffet style I still have to find a place for everyone to sit. Do you have a magic “space maker”?

Darla

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