What's the best way to prepare your home for Christmas hosting? As December approaches, having a plan in place to make your home cozy now for holiday entertaining will make your life so much easier later on but it can be hard to know where to start. Fortunately, American Idol-winner and homemaker-extraordinaire Kelly Clarkson has shared the five hosting tricks she swears by. Even better, they all involve H&G favorite Wayfair. With Kelly and Wayfair by your side, you'll be ready for to transform your home into a cozy holiday oasis in no time.
Kelly Clarkson's Christmas decor recommendations are all timelessly elegant, meaning you'll want these items in your home long after December has ended. Here's what she had to say.
1. There's no such thing as too many trees
1 Tree, 2 Tree, Red Tree, Blue Tree, we want them all! Kelly Clarkson suggests that the limit does not exist when it comes to how many tabletop Christmas trees you can use in your home this holiday season. Especially if you don't have space for a more traditional Christmas tree, these smaller, more wieldy trees are a great option.
This handmade sculpture brings a minimal edge to a festive decoration. The glass piece is available in several sizes to be used together.
This set of two twig trees gives a botanical feel in an easy style that doesn't require any maintenance. Perfect for placing on the dining room table or at the entrance of your home to invite guests in for Christmas!
This 2 piece set of perfectly sized tree figurines brings a wonderful, shimmery pop to any holiday tablespace. The high gloss finish is so timeless
2. Add cozy cabin touches
Kelly Clarkson's French-country style Montana Collection at Wayfair is the epitome of the cozy farmhouse aesthetic, perfect for Christmas hosting. Adding rustic accents from the collection to your home creates a warm, comfortable feel that will last long after the holiday season has ended.
This 20-light wagon wheel chandelier will help your living room feel extra cozy and rustic. Pairs well with soft furnishings like a sheepskin throw or plush rug.
This oriental rug draws inspiration from classic Persian motifs for a beautiful and unique look. Even better, this polypropylene rug is stain-resistant and designed for high traffic.
This artificial fur sheepskin rug is perfect for adding a bit of texture to your dining room. Use it on the ground as a rug, or toss it over a chair or bench as a throw blanket.
3. A glam holiday table will instantly elevate your entertaining
Nothing makes us more excited for the holidays than perfect Christmas table decor, and that starts with putting together cozy dining room furniture. Whether it's a massive Christmas dinner with the entire family or a few friends over for a game night, an artfully planned tablescape will elevate the whole affair.
This dining table has a white marble table-top with beige veining for some sleek, country glamor. Its trestle-style base is made from espresso-hued wood.
This textural table runner is made of ivory cotton for a long-lasting style. The boho chic look of the tasseled ends and decorative pom poms grants this table linen a warm and cozy feel. Perfect for all of your holiday dinner parties and long enough that it allows you to place a Christmassy centerpiece on top.
This 3-piece set of pillar candles comes in a stylish timber color, perfect for the holiday season. The clean burning candles are made of refined food-grade paraffin, large enough to burn for 100 hours. All wicks are made of 100% cotton from the United States.
4. Cute cookware makes meals 10x better
Le Creuset cookware is the ultimate in stylish and functional pieces for the kitchen. This season, take your holiday entertaining up a notch by ensuring that even the cookware is fabulous. Although Le Creuset pans come at a higher cost than some other cookware, experts say it's worth the price.
The Le Creuset signature enameled cast iron braiser is a modern classic. The piece is so stylish and highly functional to upgrade even the simplest holiday dinner party.
The large size and depth of Le Creuset's signature enameled cast iron 7.5 quart chef's oven makes it the world's most versatile vessel for soups, pasta, and baking
The Le Creuset enameled cast iron skillet is perfect for searing, sauteeing, stir-frying and more. The enamel finish on the inside eliminates the necessity of traditional cast iron maintenance.
5. Make guests comfy with extra blankets
There's nothing worse than feeling cold in someone else's home. Make sure your guests don't have this experience by stocking up on cozy (and cute) throw blankets this holiday season.
This cozy, 100% acrylic throw blanket is perfect for nestling with a mug of tea this autumn. It is double-knitted by hand for a stylish, chunky look. The 60-inch length gives the blanket the perfect amount of drape on the couch or at the end of the bed. Available in 9 muted hues.
This lightweight throw blanket adds a comfy, classic feel to any living room or bedroom. The cable knit detail adds a bit of texture, while the solid color grounds the look. It's available in multiple color schemes to fit into any decor style.
This textural gray throw blanket adds a sense of texture and warmth to any room. The wool and acrylic construction makes it extra cozy and it's machine washable for ease of care after guests have left.
By following Kelly Clarkson's easy tips for holiday hosting, you can create magic in your home this festive season. Your Christmas traditions will look even more special with Kelly's touch added.
