Our Best Tips to Make your Home Holiday Hosting Ready
By: Alicia Hall, Strategic Communications Intern for Nest with the Nelsons
When you have a beautiful home, love hosting, and prioritize time and space for others that bring you joy, ideas to keep your place in topnotch shape are calling your name! Keeping your house ready for guests shouldn’t be a daunting task, so consider preparing for the days and tasks leading up to your next house party. Pre-preparation can call for smooth planning and a stress-free social event overall. If you prefer winging preparations the day of and rarely stress about it, that’s great! However, this article is for my folks who find it handy to have some pre-party planning tips, and are looking for hacks when hosting a social event for the first time!
Read more...
How to Decorate Your Christmas Tree Like a Pro
Do you have a countdown to Christmas going yet? In case you're wondering, it's just 19 days until the big day -- WOAH! But, no need to panic. I'm here to help!
I’ve been told more than a time or two that my Christmas trees are a bit dreamy, and they could be featured in a magazine. (The highest compliment a designer could get this time of year!!) So, if you’re looking for that swoon-worthy Christmas tree how-to, we’ve got you covered.
Cozy up by the fire, grab some hot cocoa, and be ready to score all the tips on how to decorate your Christmas tree like a pro this season. We can’t wait to see how your holidays are transformed by setting the intentions of your space with a HUGE impact—a stunning Christmas tree!
Read more...
Stay inside, stay warm + read this!
It's cold and snowing here in Omaha, Nebraska, where Nest with the Nelsons is headquartered. I hope wherever you are that you're having a great start to the week!
Since winter is giving us a preview today with the cold, snow, and moody blue skies, I figured this was the PERFECT opportunity to share my Christmas decor preview. We had so much fun decorating this year -- with some decor we've had for years, and some new pieces, too. To help you get in the Christmas decorating mood, we've sourced some must-have decor to help get your theme going for the holidays. So, stay inside, stay warm + read this!
Read more...
Don't Walk. Run! This Black Friday Special Won't Last Long.
The hustle and bustle of the holidays has arrived, but we want to cherish the real meaning of the season. Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on the many blessings in your life. It’s also a great time to slow down, and cherish your time with loved ones, friends, and neighbors.
As such, we're reflecting on our first full year of business, the wonderful homeowners we have had a chance to work with, and the incredible connections we've met through our business adventure. We also wanted to say THANK YOU for your support of our small business.
Read more...
Holiday Hosting Essentials
Newsflash! The way your home looks matters. Not just to your aunt Sally or your mother-in-law. No, it matters to YOU, too! The way your home looks is a testament to the way you feel about yourself, the pride you take in your home, and the beauty of your home can even elevate our mood.
So, as we approach the hectic nature of the holidays, let’s refresh your space to make the best of the holiday hosting ahead! Let’s start with the main event …
Read more...
