Christmas is a time for spending with your family, but if you have a large one, putting everything together can feel daunting.
Naturally, you’ll want it all to run smoothly, but there is no point in stressing yourself out. Follow these basic pointers for pain-free preparations.
Get the lunch prep going early
A large family Christmas means an equally sizeable meal, so start the preparations on Christmas Eve at least. This way, you can divide everything involved into small-scale tasks and give yourself plenty of breathing space.
Don’t be afraid to delegate
There is no way that one person should be responsible for all the preparations. Be willing to delegate tasks, so that a couple of people put up the Christmas decorations while you take care of the food. Getting any kids on hand involved will help with this while putting everyone in a festive mood.
Lay the table the night before
Laying the table that is going to be used for Christmas dinner the night before will save you time on the day itself. Consider it as part of the festive decorations!
Maintain the mood with music
Putting a family Christmas together should be a fun experience. Therefore, it is a good idea to play music while you are all working away to get things ready. A combination of festive classics and upbeat party tunes will have people singing along, which is sure to make the work feel easier and more like play.
