Cleaning the Entryway & Dining Room for Holiday Hosting - E51
Episode 51 | The JJs Declutter Podcast
Episode Description
Get your home holiday-ready! Julie and Janis tackle the two spaces that make or break your hosting game—the entryway and dining room. Learn the "Clear, Clean, Contain (+ Celebrate!)" system that transforms these high-traffic areas from cluttered chaos to guest-ready gorgeous.
In This Episode:
The Entryway Strategy
- Clear, Clean, Contain system for first impressions that wow
- Smart coat and shoe storage for extra guests
- The 5-minute declutter challenge
- Creating dedicated guest zones
- Lighting and seasonal touches that say "welcome"
The Dining Room Makeover
- Rescuing your table from "horizontal filing cabinet" status
- The deal-with-it-later box method (game-changer!)
- Furniture arrangements for larger gatherings
- Cleaning checklist from chandelier to chair seats
- Setting up self-serve drink stations
Hosting More People Tips
- Buffet-style flow strategies
- Kids' table setup ideas
- Disposable plate permissions (yes, really!)
- Centerpiece rules: keep it low so you can see Aunt Carol's whole face!
Key Takeaways:
- Pro tip: Items untouched for 2+ weeks don't need to be in your entryway
- Create temporary staging areas for family's everyday items
- Set your table the night before and photograph it for next year
- Goal = welcoming spaces, NOT Instagram perfection
- Your tall uncle WILL notice the cobwebs (trust Janis on this!)
Resources Mentioned:
📋 Free Holiday Hosting Checklist at www.abcdeclutter.com
Connect With Us:
🌐 Website: www.abcdeclutter.com
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📸 Instagram: @abcdeclutterwithjj
✉️ Email: hello@abcdeclutter.com
Share your transformations! #HolidayReadyJJs
Next Episode: Laundry Room Deep Clean
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Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!