Checklist for Holiday Entertaining

The holidays can be stressful enough and then some have the added stress of entertaining. I don't know how some people do it! So here is a quick checklist of things you might have overlooked in your holiday party planning:

Candles - A simple decoration that sets the mood and makes people feel warm and welcome

Cocktail Napkins - Good etiquette and adds a festive touch

Tablecloths - Check to see if there are any of last year's stains and if it needs to be ironed.

Serving Pieces - Look over your menu and make sure you have the serving pieces for each dish

Guest Towels - More than three linen or terry cloth ones or plenty of disposable guest towels

Napkin Rings - This is a festive touch that will liven up your table

Stemware - Make sure they are clean and that you have plenty. A good substitute for crystal during parties are the GoVino stemless wine glasses - unbreakable and meant to go in the dishwasher.

Remember, this is the time for joy and fun. Now is the time to forgive and be celebratory. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

"What Every House Needs"...In Their Linen Closet: The Experts at Sallie Home Reveal!

St. Louis AT HOME Magazine, featured Sallie home in their newest January/February issue: "What Every House Needs." Being an expert on bedding, towels, and other linens, owner Sallie Kramer lets everyone know what they should have in their linen closet. Among the items were bath towels, guest towels, fitted sheets, blanket covers and pillows. Sallie tells you how many of these items you need and why. Get your copy today for the full list; and in the mean time, look at this clip from Great Day St. Louis!



To view some (but not all) of our fabulous linens, go to www.salliehome.com.