How Do You Host A Holiday Tea Party?
Gather your closest friends for a holiday tea to relax after the hustle and bustle of Christmas season is over or just before the chaos begins. Set a festive atmosphere to enjoy delicious tea, treats and an afternoon of warm conversation. Call a few friends or send them email invitations using a Web site such as Evite, since paper versions can easily be lost among Christmas cards that come in the mail (see Resources below). Create a festive atmosphere. You’ve probably already decorated your house with ornaments, a Christmas tree and holiday décor, so simply complete the picture by playing holiday music softly in the background, lighting a fire in the fireplace and illuminating the room with candles. Spread the teapots, cups and snacks on the dining room table, but let guests sit on couches and chairs to host a less formal event. Cover the table with a pretty runner and create a centerpiece with tall vases filled with items such as dried cranberries, pine cones and cinnamon sticks. Serv
