Guest Picks: Company is Coming!
20 ways to spruce up your home in time for visiting guests
‘Tis the season when family and friends from out of town come to stay over. The best host is prepared and offers a warm welcome from the doorstep all the way through to the next morning. — Maggie from Maggie Stephens Interiors
Francesco 4-Poster Bed
If you have the room, a four-poster bed creates the ultimate sense of luxury. I love that this bed is versatile enough to adapt to any style with a quick change of bedding.
Circles Rubber Doormat
The weather may be turning for the worse, but your guests won't track in leaves or mud with this pretty mat at your doorstep. It's such a beautiful way to say "Welcome!"
Offset Bench
This is the perfect seat to welcome your guests when they arrive. Offer it as a place to sit, take off their muddy boots and set their bag down on the flat tabletop. The cushion comes in various colors, so you'll be sure to coordinate it with the rest of your entry.
Carved Stool
Instead of a typical luggage stand, how about this chic little stool? When company leaves, you can still use it as a side table, extra seating or just a pretty pop of blue.
Miles Side Chair
Even those who get stuck at the kiddie table will appreciate these clean-lined and comfortable chairs. I'd use these for regular seating paired with two bigger host chairs that have arms.
Alphabet Candles
These candles are a pretty way to show your guests where to sit at dinner, and the flickering candlelight will be lovely on the table. Plus, they make cute favors for when your guests go home.
Frank Lloyd Wright Blue Butterfly Tumbler
When it's time for after-dinner drinks, impress your guests with these Frank Lloyd Wright–inspired tumblers.
Barrymore Cabinet
This armoire is a super chic place to store linens, hold extra books or display wedding china. You can't go wrong with it!
Raleigh Upholstered Daybed with Trundle
A daybed is a great option if your guest room doubles as an office. This one even has a trundle to sleep more than one guest. Line the back with pillows for lounging.
Italian Vintage-Washed 600-Thread-Count Sheets
Splurge on nice sheets for your guests — unless you'd rather keep their visit short! In that case, maybe you can get a set for your own bed.
Vintage Ticking Stripe Duvet Cover & Sham, Blue
Ticking stripes are a classic pattern, and I know my guests would be happy sleeping under this simple and pretty duvet. You can even mix it with florals for a feminine look.
Cosy Relax Chair
Make sure your guest room has a spot that isn't the bed where they can sit down, lay out an outfit or put on shoes. I love the tufting and nailhead trim on this beauty.
Elizabeth Two Drawer Writing Desk
It's nice to have a spot for guests to sit and write, or to set up their laptop (especially if they'll be in town for several days). This petite desk has loads of charm and two drawers for stashing note paper and pens.
Samar Oval Basket
Fill a basket with all the necessities your guests may have forgotten at home: cotton balls, lotion, pain relievers, a bottle of water, etc. Leave it in their room and they'll know they're well looked after.
Brass Tyrol Horn Bowl
This is a chic little dish for your guests to put keys and loose change. I'd put it on the nightstand or dresser.
Barrel Mirror
Don't make your guests sneak out to the bathroom just to check their morning bedhead. This mirror will go with any style design.
Traditional Bath And Spa Accessories
If money is no object, your guests will swoon (like I did) over these horn bath accessories for their jewelry and makeup.
Rivulets Quilt
It's always good to have an extra blanket stashed for winter nights. I love the blue color in this one.
Clothbound Penguin Classics
Don't forget to add some reading materials! The covers of these are pretty enough to use just as decor if your guests aren't big readers.
Today is a Good Day Tea Towel
If your guests are the type to pitch in after breakfast (mine usually are), don't hand them the old ratty dishtowel! Hand them this cheery one, or skip the chores and frame it instead.
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