Author: Kelsea
Spring Gatherings You’ll Actually Want to Host This Year
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I love spring. Actually, I think it might be my favorite season—which is funny because it used to be my least favorite. But over time, I realized just how much it brings me back to life. The longer days, the blooming flowers, the perfect in-between weather—it all just makes me…
Last-Minute Galentine’s Table: A Charming Setup Using Only What I Had
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How I Threw Together a Last-Minute Galentine’s Table Using Only What I Had Feb 13, 2025 Sometimes, the best ideas come together when you least expect them. That was 100% the case with my Galentine’s tea party this year. I wanted a cute, thoughtful setup, but I didn’t want to…
How to Make Valentine’s Day Special, Even If You’re Not in a Relationship
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Feb 06, 2025 Valentine’s Day is coming up, and this day tends to bring up all kinds of feelings. It has a way of making anyone who’s not in a relationship feel like they’re missing out—believe me, I know. As someone who has never had a ‘Valentine,’ I get it.…
Elevate Your Daily Life: Romanticizing the Ordinary
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Life can feel like a whirlwind sometimes—work, errands, deadlines, repeat. It’s so easy to get caught up in the chaos that we forget to pause and enjoy the little things. But here’s the thing: you don’t need to wait for big occasions to experience something special. Everyday life has so…
The Beginner’s Guide to Stress-Free Hosting
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So, you’re thinking about hosting. Maybe you’ve pictured friends laughing around your table, a cozy vibe in the air, and that feeling of, yeah, I put this together. But then reality kicks in. What do you even make? Where do you seat everyone? Do you have to, like, theme it?…
My Journey to Meaningful Hosting (and How You Can Start Yours)
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Stepping into your “hosting era” Hi there, and welcome! I’m Kelsea, the mind behind Hostess by Design. If you’re here, it probably means you’re someone who loves the idea of bringing people together—but maybe you’ve felt too busy, too unsure, or just too overwhelmed to even start. Trust me, I…