With the holidays right around the corner, many of us are thinking about decorating. Some of us have already started! If your home is on the market, there are a few key elements to strike that balance between holiday spirit and showcasing your property, especially if you are hosting a Holiday dinner. Local realtor Deb Siefkin offered some of her expert tips for capturing your love of the holidays while still giving prospects a chance to see your home exactly as it is.
1. Keep it Simple. While it can be tempting to cover every inch of your space in decor, it's still important to be mindful of viewings. Don't forget about this as you are decorating your table for dinner. Centerpieces that are too busy will be distracting and even overwhelming. Go with pieces that will complement each other, but won't overtake your table.
2. Highlight Key Pieces. Rather than going all out, focus on investing in key pieces for your centerpiece. These could be plants, candles, and even a few food elements! Just make sure that you don't go overboard. Deb often uses Christmas Cactus in her spread for a beautiful touch of organic life and color. You can see it in the center of her mock spread. Though it hasn't bloomed, it adds a beautiful touch of natural, organic life.
3. Be Mindful of Scents. Last, but most certainly not least, when decorating your home for sale during the holidays, be aware of any scents you use. This is even true for your holiday tablescape. You don't want anything that will overwhelm potential buyers--or your family! Of course, there is nothing better than the smells wafting from the kitchen during Thanksgiving, but you don't want them to clash with any floral or earthy scents you may be using for your centerpiece.