The holiday season is here, and while it’s the most wonderful time of the year, there can be a lot to do to make the merriment happen – especially if you are hosting parties or having guests.
To avoid the last-minute scramble when entertaining, now is a good time to make a checklist of what extras you will need. Below are some commonly rented items and some tips that will guarantee you are the hostess (or host!) with the mostest.
The best part is a new Westminster business called The Shed (www.ished.com) has all these items are available for rent, so- no more storing them unnecessarily year-round. The Shed even offers delivery!
Cocktail Parties
Bring a touch of elegance to your cocktail parties and give guests a place to set down their hors d’oeuvres by renting cocktail tables and a bar from The Shed.
Another fun way to take your party to the next level is renting a Bartesian, the “Keurig for cocktails.” Put in a pod, touch a button and you’re done. For an extra festive touch, order cocktail pods from Bartesian’s limited-time holiday collection.
The Holiday Meal
When it comes time to sit down with the extended family, sometimes you don’t have enough seats. The Shed has chairs and tables that will create a nicer dining experience for all. No adult wants to feel regulated to a spot that feels like the “kids table.”
If you need space in your buffet for chilled items or cocktails, an ice bath cart fits the bill. The Shed also has air fryers, automatic food stirrers and much, much more.
Entertainment
A great tip for keeping tweens and teens from wanting to leave early grumbling “this adult conversation is so cringe,” set up a rec room in the garage. The Shed has an inflatable movie screen, oversized Jenga, ping pong tables and Pop-A-Shots to keep them occupied.
Overnight Guests
Have more bodies than beds? Make your guests more comfortable with oversized cots and sleeping pads. Or, make lasting memories for the kids by setting up a family room campsite, with tents and sleeping bags!
Special Needs
Having older relatives as guests who require mobility equipment? The Shed rents wheelchairs, walkers and more.
The Cleanup
If after entertaining the extra foot traffic and spills have wreaked havoc on your carpets, rent a BISSELL deep cleaning solution to make them look like new again. Then kickback and bask in the glory of a job well done.
