The holidays are just around the corner and with all the party planning going on, what better time than now to create a display for your wine and glassware. A gracious host is always  prepared to offer he’s or her guest a beverage whether it is alcohol or non-alcohol and you should have both on hand when you are entertaining. You don’t have to have everyone’s beverage of choice, just select  a few you like and make no apologies for those guest who name drop labels they wouldn’t even purchase if it were on their own dime. Have a red and white wine, and a standard beer choice. If you would like to provide cocktails, by all means do so but don’t be embarrassed to notify your guest to bring their beverage of choice.  I just love these beverage carts found at The Pottery Barn and on Pinterest. They are colorful and stocked with everything you need to pour or mix a drink and these decanters are so chic. Create your own bar area by clearing off a buffet or side table, add wine, glasses and napkins and you have a self-serve bar. Wine and cocktail glasses come in all shapes and sizes and you can pick them up at garage sales, and chain stores for a song and dance. However, if you want monogrammed glasses, you can order from the link below. Start planning your holiday gatherings now and you will have less stress and more time to sip on a glass of wine with your guest.

Enjoy,

MJ