The Perfect Guest Movie
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I love having friends and family stay over at my house. One of the biggest items on our list of new house must haves was a space for guests. So I am so excited to have partnered with Parachute to help set up the perfect guest bathroom in my home.
After the towels are stocked, I try to add a few little essentials like an extra toothbrush, toothpaste, tampons, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, makeup removing wipes, and plenty of extra toilet paper. Basically anything that they could possibly forget and may need.
A few of my favorite extras include a plush robe for them to use, slippers to keep their feet warm, and a gently scented candle that they can light to relax (or cover up odors!). All it takes is adding a few luxe items like these to make your guests feel pampered.
Good recommendations! Missed one though, a toilet plunger!!!! Keeps guests from being mortified about a toilet that refuses to flush. And it keeps the toilet from overflowing while looking for said plunger.
I literally gasped when I saw your lighting set up. It is beyond cool!
That and the black ceilings have stole my heart. I would have never guessed this is a windowless bathroom, it looks so airy and light.
Though I do need to know: where is that awesome mirror from?
Difficult guests are the ones that take up your time in a negative way, are unappreciative or just plain unfriendly. Usually this group does something during their stay that surprisingly puts them into the great or perfect category.
The difference between a perfect and a casual guest is, the perfect guest has studied the offer, communicated clear and conscious and thus is aware of the difference between a hotel suite and a house for example.
I loved this guest Room closet by Emily Henderson. Not only is there room for her guests to unload their luggage into the drawers and baskets and onto hangers, but she also has used the shelf above for extra blankets and pillows that are easy to find and access.
The lower bins are used as storage for the linens that belong in other rooms of the house, but are clearly labeled which makes them both easy to find, and a quick reference to let guests know that those drawers are currently in use!
I think this is especially important if your guest is going to be sharing the bathroom with other family members or guests. Having the ability to get ready in your own space, and without taking up bathroom time is a win-win.
I teach all about guestrooms and so much more in the 28 hours of course work! If that number sounds intimidating, you can rest easy knowing that the classes (160+) are broken down into easy to digest sections that are on average, just 10 minutes!
Sharing food is a foundational part of being human. Gone are the days of strategic seating plans and fork changes between courses. Now, it's about sharing plates. Expect double-dipping in the hummus and people passing bread by hand. Embrace it. And be human.
A fresh twist on the viral peaches and cream dessert. Peach season is in full swing. And frozen shaved fruit is all the rage. So, what better way to celebrate than to combine the two?Tangy yogurt, crunchy pistachios, sweet peaches and the essential golden drizzle to elevate all the textures and flavours. It's only 4 ingredients and takes less than 10 minutes to assemble, making it the perfect summer breakfast or snack.Here's the method:Makes one servingPlace you peaches in the freeze...
This guest post, the first of a two-part series, was written by Margaret Larkin, owner of Metrolingua LLC in Chicago. She produces the popular podcast Radiogirl. You can also find her on Google Plus and Google Voice at 716-202-TALK (8255).
As a result, I ended up having no respect for him, and would probably not want him on the show even if he were a good fit because there are plenty of other potential guests out there.
If he or she has had no experience being on a radio show, practice by asking questions and listening to the responses. Also, record the practice segment so that you know what your client sounds like.
In addition to practicing, the guest should go to the show early to hear what the show is like and to get used to the surroundings. Recently, I met a woman who owns a language school and had no media experience at all, so she came to the show early and asked for my advice.
One guy who owns a classic movie theater brought a huge bag of popcorn which was obviously meant to be shared with everyone at the station. I even took a picture of him and his bag and posted it online, and we shared the popcorn and talked about it through the night.
Another guy who owns a pizza place brought three pizzas that were so large, everyone at the station ate them, plus some guests, and even the security guard. His generosity helped his reputation, in addition to the fact that he sounded good on the air.
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As a hostess, I know how discouraging it can be to pick up after a party is over. If guests would just pick up their cups, glasses, dishes, napkins, etc it would be so much easier for the hostess. As a perfect guest, you can do this! As you put your dishes in or near the sink you can pick up your things and any things you find around you!
I have a friend who calls me the day after a get-together and tells me how much fun she had. This means so much to me! Call your host and hostess the next day or drop them a thank you card. I bet you will make their day and you will get invited to their next event!
This posting is excellent and a much needed reminder these days. It is one thing to be a gracious host or hostess, but another to be a gracious guest! We may love all our guests equally, but having guests with manners, that is amazing! Thanks for the excellent reminders and helpful hints.
great tips, I always bring a little something for the host and hostess, if its flowers I make sure that
its in a container (I had that happens to me so many times scrambling to get a container).
love your blog its never boring and so refreshing!
Great tips, and just in time for party season. I would like to add that if you do bring a dish to share, please bring anything needed to serve it, or take care of last minute preparations for your dish yourself. I have had guests drop a dish on my counter, along with additional ingredients that needed to be added, or no serving bowl, etc. If I am hosting I am usually pretty busy putting everything together to have to suddenly finish prepping another dish or drop everything to search for a serving tray or bowl. The intent is to help your hostess, not make more work for her.
Enjoyed your post and the wonderful ideas. I am an artisan baker so when I take a hostess/host gift it is something special that I have made and baked. I use the many wonderful bundt pans available on the market to make the gift look extra special.. Around this time of year I make pumpkin breads or spice cakes. They are always appreciated and enjoyed. I wrap them festively with a clear wrap and add a decorative element like a pine cone and ribbons. Yum, I am getting hungry just thinking about this. And yes, I will be baking something special for this weeks event. Love your photography.
Next time when guests arrive ask them to place their phones in a basket for the evening. Your event will be more fun for everyone. Believe me this will work. But you will have to do it every time they come.
Yvonne, Stone Gable is my favorite blog! I look forward to your tablescapes, and holiday inspiration. So very many of your tips have become my own. Last year I re-did all my Christmas organization boxes like you suggested. Instead of lugging enormous 50 pound boxes down the stairs , I now have small see-thru containers that are organized by color. This is so much nicer, and when I want to change up my Christmas decor, I only bring down the ones I need. My little boys can help me much easier now!
I am simply drooling over the table settings above. We have a contest at our local fair with tablescapes and yours would most definitely win the holiday category! Black and white are my go-to colors, so I am going to try your idea above with lime green ribbon. Enjoy your weekend. God Bless : )
GREAT advice, Yvonne! Believe it or not this weekend will be the SEVENTH week in a row I have had guests. I have been insanely busy! Then I get a weekend off, then host Thanksgiving, then delve into the holidays. Whew. I must have a death wish!
Your tips are a wonderful reminder of courtesies my mom and great aunt instilled in me, especially the lost art of sending a thank you note to your hostess. Also, thank you for reminding us to think of others, especially a new face in the group who may need a warm smile and kind words to make them feel welcome. Love your blog.
Thanks for the host and hostess gift suggestions. One that I feel is a bit challenging to receive as a hostess is a bunch of fresh flowers that need to be attended to in the midst of getting the last minute preparations done.
My space is limited and everything is in full view.
Very inspiring article! I love how you have planted the small trees in your pretty white dishes. Just gotta copy that idea! I have purchased so many white dishes since I have started following your blog. Ha!Ha!
I loved these tips for being a good guest. I always try to do be the best guest I can, but these are good reminders, and I could even bring my guest etiquette up a notch! Thanks for the gift ideas too.
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