House Guests

Once upon a time, people had friends over just for fun. Then Martha Stewart crashed our party and everything changed. Entertaining became a performance. Don’t even consider having guests without...

If you have a small apartment you tend to not want people over a lot, but it is not always so convenient. Your family will want to visit from time to time. There are things you can do to get your...

Guests coming to spend the night can be a nice treat. It can also be your worse nightmare. Having everything prepared can make everything much easier.

House guests can be a mixed blessing. It's wonderful to have your friends and family close by again, but it can also be stressful for both you and them. With a little bit of planning, you can...

You don't need a steam cleaner for your couches. There are a number of alternative tools and methods that you can use to get rid of dirt and odor from the cushions and other surfaces of your sofa.

Want to get rid of your company but not sure how to do so without offending them? Here are a few simple tips to help you get rid of those dinner guests that just won't leave.

My husband is a university professor and researcher. His job brings our family in contact with people from other countries on a regular basis. As a result, we have had many opportunities to have...

You should shampoo your carpet at the beginning of every spring (twice a year in high traffic rooms) to assure that it remains fresh and pleasantly fragrant. If you want to make your own home...

How to have that perfect table setting for a romantic evening? Surprise your partner, set the mood right! It’s the perfect time to bring out those good stuff that have been hiding in your kitchen...

Performing Telekinesis often brings up a slurry of psychic, pseudo spiritual, and paranormal energy ideas. Telekinesis though never proven in a controlled environment, has been reported as proven...

Being a party guest is great, you get to enjoy a party without the planning prep work. It is always nice thank those who threw the party and put in all that hard work. Here is how to buy a...

If you have visitors visiting for a few days or a week or more you have to be prepared to have him, her or them. You may have visitors for different reasons, they can be relatives visiting,...

How to be a perfect guest. Whether you are a dinner guest or a long term house guest, discover the things you need to know to make your stay pleasant and memorable for everyone involved.

We have house guests year round and love to have them enjoy a nice and relaxing vacation. Providing guests with a perfect guest room where they can withdraw and have a good night of sleep is an...

You've been invited to be a guest for a weekend with friends in their lovely home on the Cape. If you want to guarantee that you and your hosts will have a great time and that you'll get invited...

Want to make your house-guests feel special and most importantly, comfortable? Make them feel as if they're at home, away from home, with these tips.

Being in the military (and currently stationed in Hawaii), we have become quite experienced with having guests and treating them to unique vacations. Here are some ideas on how to make your...

I will show you my number one hit at entertaining for a party that everyone just can't get enough of.

Minnie the Moocher? Freddie the Freeloader? Follow the tips below to ensure that you become infamous in someone's household for being the worst houseguest ever.

If you are like most families today you are probably on a pretty tight and strict budget when it comes to discretionary monies. The current Economic Recession has really wreaked havoc on our...

We all have been a new person in a group and remember how we felt. Let's review the things we can do to make a newcomer feel welcome at church or anywhere.

If you are having overnight guests, whether they're friends or family, you should try to do your best to make them feel at home. Here's how to be a great hostess for your overnight guests.

Invited to someone's house? Follow the tips below and you'll score a second invite --- and make your visit more enjoyable for everyone involved.

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Staying with other people can be somewhat nerve-wracking. If you're staying with someone you've known forever, you probably mesh with them and their family easily and don't have any worries. ...

More than ever, travelers are opting to stay with friends and family rather than pay for a hotel room. But while the stay is free, there are some things that every house guest should know about...

Maybe your friends and family are coming into town to stay a few nights or you have a babysitter coming in to spend the night with your kids. Whatever the case, welcoming overnight guests is...

With all of the conveniences that modern life offers, it is sometimes easy to forget how vulnerable it can feel to be someone's house guest. While warm intentions go a long way in helping someone...

Being a good Hostess to overnight guests isn't hard. Just think about how you would like to be treated and treat them that way. Remember to add a few special touches to make your guests feel pampered.

Do you ever have overnight guests? This is a fun surprise to leave on the guest bed for the young and the old! It is easy and sure to get a laugh.

5 card stud poker is a great game to teach to the children. It's easy and it's fun. These are times the kids will cherish, so it's not about winning or losing, right?

Ever had someone show up on your doorstep or even worse, walk right in like they own the place and never leave? Here's how to deal with a freeloader moving in. You got to nip this thing in the bud...

Tea Time! Tea is the perfect beverage for all occasions. Gather your friends and get out your nice tea cups and tea pot, the conversations will flow instantly! Add some tea cookies and walaa...

Your guests don't have to believe they're at the Ritz Carlton, but if you design your guest room like a hotel room, there's built in luxury to be had! Focus on small details to make a guest room...

It is important to be a good neighbor to the homes around you. There are just a few simple things you can do that will make a big difference. Being a good neighbor will only bring your block...

Having overnight guests? Besides the usual housecleaning and extra sprucing up, there are a few things you should do to prepare your home for overnight guests.

Just because the economy is tanking, it doesn't mean you can't have a decent vacation. Dust off those miles you've accumulated, and ring up your friends in distant (or not so distant) places, and...

Allowing overnight guests like family and friends to spend the night in your home can be both enjoyable and stressful. You want to spend time with them but you don't want them to be uncomfortable...

Here are a few easy steps to make sure your guest room is inviting, comfortable and trouble-free for those you care most about. Guest rooms are often the most overlooked rooms in the house . . ....

After college, having friends over is no long really a "yo, the beers over there!" in many situations. There are of course casual get togethers, but sometimes it's nice to have a little...

Staying in the home of a friend or family member can be a wonderful experience for an out-of-town guest. Unfortunately, this stay also has the potential to become a nightmare. When hosting...

I had a smoker friend who could never go long without a cigarette. I do not smoke and had no matches in my apartment. He showed me this neat trick to light a candle without a match.

Many people will be entertaining guests over the holidays. Overnight guests will be much more comfortable with some simple easy to do tips. The idea is to make them feel at much as home as...

So, your friends are finally coming down from the big city to visit. Now, you're wondering how to entertain them. Nightclubs...does every place in town close down by 10 pm? Try this step by step...

Friends passing through town and family coming in for a visit can leave anyone playing host to welcome, or unwelcome, overnight guests. Though hosting visitors overnight in your home can be...

Don’t be a party pooper. You certainly don’t want to be “one of those people” that are removed from party guest lists. It isn’t a choice between being a party...

It can be easy to entertain house guests with a little planning and preparation. The following steps will provide ideas that will come in handy for planned visits or unexpected company.

One of the tried and true ways to make a house guest feel at home is to set up a guest bedroom. However, if you do not have a guest house or a formal guest bedroom, present your guests with a cozy...

A formal guest bedroom will give house guests privacy during their visit and limit the number of personal sacrifices made by household members. Follow the tips below, to create a room especially...