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Millennial Martha Stewart Inspired Must Haves for Hosting at Home

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My goal in life is to host like a millennial version of Martha Stewart. Hence why this is the ultimate guide to must haves for being the best at home host! From tablescapes, to serverware, and special touches around your home, I have all the things y...
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The Millennial Martha Stewart Inspired Tablescape

The tablescape is a focal point of any dinner party, or brunch, or essentially any party your're hosting at home where you are serving food. These are some must have at home hosting items for your tablescape, including ideas for various sizes, color ...

 
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First things first, you need a good table cloth for your table if you’re going to be hosting! I try very hard to be a minimalist so my theory is get one really nice neutral colored table cloth. This way you aren’t storing a bunch of table clothes and...
European Linen Tablecloth in Flax
 
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A table runner on top of your table cloth is a great way to add color, texture, decor and a focal point for your centerpieces! Again I lean towards trying to keep my table clothes and runners neutral so I don’t have a ton, but if you love color this ...
Madeline Embroidered Table Runner
 
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Place mats are another way to add layers to your table scape! They come in so many different shapes, textures, and colors. These placemats are such a unique shape, that give a very chic and upscale feel. Placemats can be used with or with out a table...
Madeline Embroidered Cotton Placemat
 
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Every table needs napkins, and cloth napkins add a sophisticated touch to your tablescape! Keep it neutral (as I like to do if you haven't noticed LOL) or use them to add color to the table. Napkins are also super fun to play with, they can be folded...
4pk Cotton and Linen Blend Napkins - Threshold™: Reversible Solid Cloth, Traditional Style, OEKO-TEX Certified, 18"x18"

The Millennial Martha Stewart Inspired Bar

The bar is a key component at any event. Setting up the perfect at home bar so your guests have access to everything they need to make delicious drinks is just short of an art form. 

 
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You have no idea how many times I've had people over, gone to set up a little bar station and have thought, “I can't believe we still don't have an ice bucket!”. So here's your reminder to get an ice bucket, and make sure it comes with tongs!
Stainless Steel Ice Bucket - Silver-colored - Home All | H&M US
 
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Every bar needs a cocktail shaker!!! This is an absolute bar must have.
Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker - Silver-colored - Home All | H&M US
 
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Every hostess with the mostess needs a set of traditional champagne flutes! Consider how many people you’d often host, and purchase a set of matching glasses accordingly. I personally prefer to purchase my dish and glassware in sets of 8. I account f...
Mouth Blown Champagne Flute (Set of 4) in No Color
 
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I am OBSESSED with this wine bottle chiller. It’s such a thoughtful touch to any bar where you’re serving champagne or white wine, or any other chilled liquor. Whenever I pull it out when I’m hosting I always get compliments on it! Hosting tip: when ...
Final Touch Stainless Steel Ice Bottle Chiller
 
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Another important set of glasses to have in your bar arsenal as the millennial Martha Stewart is a good set of martini glasses. And in my so humble opinion they should always have a stem!
Tuscany Martini Glasses 6 Piece Value Set
 
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Linen cocktail napkins are such a sophisticated touch to an at home bar. Bonus points if you had them custom embroidered with your initials, the name of your home or a cute seasonal icon. I had a family “logo” made by a graphic designer and plan to h...
Birch Lane™ Gelder Cocktail 6" Linen/Cotton Napkin Set & Reviews | Birch Lane

The Millennial Martha Stewart Serving Station

The serving station is the star of the show at any party. People LOVE food! You want to make sure your serving station is not only beautiful but FUNCTIONAL!!!
 
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My husband got me this charcuterie board for Christmas a few years ago and we pull it out constantly for gatherings at our home and we’ve even brought it to a few “board” themed parties at friends houses! It’s an awesome 2 in 1 serving vessel and con...
Smirly Large Bamboo Charcuterie Board Set
 
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A good host does not want to make a guest sick and is well aware of safe food temps! If hot food is going to be left out on your serving table you need to make sure if its going to be left out for a long time that is stays warm! My mother in law was ...
VEVOR Electric Warming Tray, Food Warming Trays for Buffet, Warming Trays with Adjustable Temperature Control, Portable Tempered Glass Food Warmer
 
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A good host does not want to make a guest sick and is well aware of safe food temps! If hot food is going to be left out on your serving table you need to make sure if its going to be left out for a long time that is stays warm! My mother in law was ...
Extra Large Food Warming Mat 36x15 Inch