Easy & Cozy Entertaining

I recently had the opportunity to chat with some fantastic lifestyle bloggers about ideas for easy and cozy entertaining at home.  I just love to hear great tips from others, don't you?  You can read our conversation on the McCain All Good Blog here.  And if you are still looking for inspiration... here are a few more of my "dos" and "don'ts" for easy and cozy holiday entertaining.

1) Don't stress about the mess.  Most people understand that a busy mom is not going to have a spotless house.  If someone drops in unexpectedly, shove the toys in the playroom, dim the lights (to hide the dust), and relax.

2) Don't be afraid to take shortcuts.  If you don't have time to make something fancy, grab something pre-prepared out of the freezer or the pantry.

3) Do keep it simple.  You don't need to limit entertaining to elaborate meals.  Simple brunches or coffee dates are fun too.

4) Do include the kids.  Save on babysitters and spend time with parents and their kids.  Why not set up a "movie night" for the kids while the adults have some grown up conversations?

5) Do pay attention to the details.  Sometimes something simple (like milk in wine glasses or a hot chocolate bar) can add a really fun festive touch.

What are some of your ideas for easy and cozy entertaining?

♥
Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

Disclosure:  I’m a contributor to the McCain All Good Blog, and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this group, but (of course!) the opinions on this blog are my own.

What makes summer "all good" for you? {Contest from McCain}

Summer is almost here, and McCain is asking the question, "What makes summer all good for you?"  To find out, McCain is hosting an All Good Pinathon and awarding $100 each to the 5 pinners whose boards inspire them the most.

Entering is fun and easy.  Just follow these simple steps:

1) Create a board on Pinterest and name it "McCain All Good Pinathon".

2) Pin the things that make summer all good for you. e.g. a perfectly ripe peach, the smell of grass, a picnic with friends, blowing bubbles at the park, a trip to the beach, etc..

3) Include one pin from McCain that makes you feel happy.

4) Tag each pin in your board with the keyword McCainAllGood.
5) Fill out the short contest application here.

That's it! And... if you are looking for inspiration, you can check out my board here.

My boys and I have a summer checklist full of things that are "All Good" to us, and we have already started checking some things off. Don't you just love summer?

Good luck, and happy pinning!  I can't wait to see what makes summer "all good" for you.

♥

Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

Disclosure – This is a sponsored post.  I received compensation as a thank you for participating; however, the opinions on this blog are 100% my own.