8 quick ways to get your home guest-ready
Make an entrance
A crafty blackboard sign on the front door is a sweet, homemade-looking way of welcoming friends into your house.
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Warm welcome
Get creative and stencil a 'welcome' message onto a plain doormat, or just invest in a typographic design like this one from West Elm.
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First impressions count
As the hallway is the first thing guests see, keep it looking smart with some pretty blooms and a bench to store bags and accessories.
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Provide some treats
Make like a hotel and provide a few refreshments in your guests' room - whether a tray or bar cart; it will stop them from having to ferret around in the kitchen for snacks!
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Personal touches
Prettify the bedside table with a small arrangement of flowers and leave a stack of reading material for guest to leaf through.
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Guest bathroom
Make sure the bathroom is spick and span, providing clean towels and a spare robe if possible.
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Little extras
A thoughtful touch such as a small basket of toiletries would no doubt be much appreciated by guests, especially if they have forgotten to bring their toothpaste!
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Scent your home
Create a tranquil zone for guests to sit and chat - a simple vase of flowers and a a few scented candles go a long way in creating a welcoming environment.
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