- New Year Celebration is just around the corner and we are sure that while some of you will be searching for party places, while of you must be planning to host an amazing New Year party at your home.
A New Year party celebrating the new year with your family and friends, but how to get it all right ensuring your guests have the best time. To do so, you must ensure that the house is ready, to welcome family and friends.
We are sharing some tips, to get your New Year party ready –
To prepare the house for a New Year party, homeowners should first thoroughly rid their homes of dust. Once this is done, you can spruce up the house with a few easy steps. Although the home may not be laid out for entertaining guests daily, one can always rearrange the furniture, to make it more party-friendly.
First and foremost, perk up your living space. The living room is a space, where we spend most of our time entertaining our guests.
Lighting Up Your Home for a New Year Party
Lighting plays a crucial role in the décor for a party.
- Put some coloured sheer cloth on lamps, to create mood lighting.
- Twinkling fairy lights can be used to add some sparkle.
- Stuff mirchi lights in coloured bottles or lanterns, especially red ones and place them around the house.
- For late hours, you can add stylish night lamps.
Furnishing and seating for entertaining guests
- Eclectic drapes and furnishings, with a splash of colours, can enliven the home. Choose complementing colours, to create an inviting feel.
- Accessories, such as interesting artefacts, lamps and artwork, can make a lot of difference and add to the aesthetic appeal of the home.
- You can also decorate the entrance of the house, by arranging a dozen red roses in a flat container, along with lights all around the container.
Entertainment options for a party
Ensure that you have a good selection of music in advance. To host a memorable New Year party, get some games like
- Pictionary
- Pin the Donkey
- Housie
Games will help the guests to mingle and interact with each other. You can also set up a photo corner.
The backdrop can be a bright blanket, with hanging string lights on either side. You can also add props like wigs, moustache, etc., to this space to help the guests capture some fond memories.
Points to consider, while hosting a house party
- The seating options should be comfortable and also stylish.
- Use a subtle coloured tablecloth that does not overpower the crockery. Sparkling dinnerware and coloured glassware are perfect for celebrations.
- Add folded napkins and bowls filled with coloured sweets on the dessert table.
- If you have a money plant on a moss stick, dress it up with fairy lights and keep it indoors.
- Ensure your home smells fresh with Potpourri, reed diffusers and fragrant oils. You can use vaporisers for citrus scents and vanilla-scented candles, to create a refreshing atmosphere in the house.
- For the bathrooms, add fresh napkins, bottles and lotions in rattan trays and room fresheners.
- Do not clutter the home with too many accessories and instead, stick to a theme.
- If you have children around, ensure that candles are kept in safe places.
- Keep a large and attractive trash can, so that guests can dispose of the waste at a proper place.
Conclusion
Hosting a memorable New Year party in your apartment is all about creating the right ambience, comfort, and entertainment. By focusing on lighting, furnishings, entertainment, and thoughtful touches, you can ensure that your apartment is party-ready and your guests have an unforgettable time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How can I make my apartment more inviting for a New Year party?
Rearranging furniture, using mood lighting, adding vibrant furnishings, and setting up a photo corner can make your apartment more inviting and party-ready.
Q. What games can I include for my New Year’s party?
Games like Pictionary, Housie, and Pin the Donkey are great options to keep guests entertained and encourage mingling.
