Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
You don't have to have impressive culinary skills, a perfect house, a large budget, or elaborate decorations to host a festive gathering. That's the heart of Simple Gatherings by Melissa Michaels, creator of the popular blog The Inspired Room.
This first release in her new Inspired Ideas series overflows with engaging photos, doable tips, and plenty of friendly motivation as Melissa shares how to:
- discover your style Easy Breezy, Nervous Nester, Perfectionist, or Social Butterfly
- create personalized shortcuts, checklists, and sanity-savers
- turn to hassle-free recipes, housecleaning and decorating tips
- make others feel welcome and included
- plan gatherings big or small: outdoor, indoor, guest-of-honor, kid-friendly, and more
Be inspired to let go of the stress so you can celebrate family, friends, and a new tradition of hosting simple yet memorable gatherings
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Synopsis
Create Get-Togethers You and Your Guests Will Enjoy
Open the door to your authentic hosting style and welcome others into your home with warmth and hospitality. These 50 affordable and inspired ideas from bestselling author Melissa Michaels will help you turn any get-together into a great experience for you and your family and friends.
- Simplify tasks and focus on what guests remember most: atmosphere, feast, conversation, and special touches.
- Reduce "day-of" stress when you embrace prep basics, easy DIYs, and the freedom of using what you have.
- Celebrate people as the centerpiece of any gathering with fun activities that spark conversation and connection.
More than 300 tips alongside easy-to-follow outlines for specific kinds of gatherings-- from an outdoor barbecue to a guest-of-honor dessert--will encourage you to plan and host with confidence and create memorable get-togethers for you and loved ones.
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Create Memorable Gatherings with Simplicity and Style
Welcoming friends and family into your home doesn't have to be intimidating These 50 affordable and inspired ideas from bestselling author Melissa Michaels will help you turn any get-together into a special memory.
- Simplify tasks and focus on what guests remember most: the atmosphere, feast, conversation, and special touches.
- Reduce stress when you embrace your authentic hosting style, easy DIYs, and the freedom of using what you have.
- Celebrate people as the centerpiece of any gathering with simple activities that spark conversation and connection.
With more than 300 tips for a variety of gatherings--from a casual outdoor barbeque to a creative guest-of-honor dessert--you'll feel inspired to open your door with confidence
*** "Simple Gatherings invites us all to check hospitality fears and perfectionism at the door. The helpful tips and creative ideas inside will inspire even the most reluctant hostess to take that first step toward creating space for a simple but memorable experience."
Sandy Coughlin, Reluctant Entertainer (blog)