Get Your Home Ready for Summer Hosting

As a professional organizer, I’m always looking for ways to make hosting feel simpler and more joyful. I'm excited to share my proven hosting checklist with you. These aren't generic tips—they're strategies I've personally tested and perfected through real experience.

Whether you’re planning a graduation party, a holiday weekend dinner, or just having a few friends over, these quick tips will help you set your space up for a season full of connection, not chaos!

The Ultimate Summer Host Checklist

🏡 Create Your Welcoming Moment

• Clear that entryway clutter—nobody wants to dodge shoes and mail piles!

• Make space for bags, shoes, and jackets — especially if guests include kids!

• Pro move: Your entrance sets the vibe. Make it say, "relax, you're in good hands"

🍹 Kitchen = Command Center

• Clear those countertops like your life depends on it (because your sanity does!)

• Set up your drink station—infused water, mocktails, or that genius self-serve cooler

• Host hack: When the drinks flow smoothly, everything else follows

🛋️ Living Spaces That Actually Live

• Declutter coffee tables & surfaces— it helps the space feel open and calm.

• Extra seating is EVERYTHING (and yes, floor pillows count!)

• Secret: Open spaces encourage people to open up

🚽 The Bathroom Glow-Up

• Stock it with clean towels, TP, and a small basket with hand wipes or mints.

• Add fresh flowers or eucalyptus—because why not make peeing feel fancy?

• Declutter under the sink — just in case someone peeks!

🧺 Bonus: Prep for Cleanup

• Pre-line those trash bins and stash extras nearby

• Empty the dishwasher NOW—post-party you deserves this gift

• Keep a basket handy for lost & found items — especially during kid-friendly gatherings!

Remember, a little preparation now can go a long way in making your summer gatherings feel joyful instead of stressful. And if your home still feels a little too overwhelming to host the way you’d like —I can help.

Whether you need help creating systems, clearing clutter, or just knowing where to start, I’d love to work with you.

Click here and let’s talk about how we can make your home work better for you this summer!