How to Host the Perfect Dinner Party | Entertaining and Hosting Tips | Tablescape Ideas

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  • Do you feel more prepared for your upcoming dinner party? I hope this video helps you feel more confident in putting on the perfect dinner party!
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  • @tanyawhisenant4062
    @tanyawhisenant4062 5 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    My daughter when she was two once said she liked something she did 'lasterday night'. She is in her 40's now and we still refer to last evening as lasterday night. Also I love your videos especially when you are sitting in front of the longhorn pic...and the horns seem to be coming off your head. I always laugh at how cute it looks! Only you can pull off horns honey and look beautiful! Thanks for the dinner party advice...it was all spot on!

    • @aimesimkin5022
      @aimesimkin5022 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha! In Spanish there's actually a word for that - "anoche", which is like "ayer" (yesterday) + "noche" (night).

    • @RicardoLuna
      @RicardoLuna 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just be careful if you have any mexican guests. It's not great in this culture.

  • @baladi0822
    @baladi0822 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Your table setting for both buffet and formal were so beautiful, I'd love a more in depth video of how you put together your tablescapes 💚👌

  • @rachelmcclain5367
    @rachelmcclain5367 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Now all I need is friends who want to attend and host their own formal dinner parties

    • @tylervideos8081
      @tylervideos8081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I bet your friends would want to attend if you planned one! People love being invited to things, it makes them feel accepted and wanted.

  • @4444ellie
    @4444ellie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Pintrest-y may not be a real word but its definitely in use! I'm a Pintrest-oholic! 😝

    • @sharrah.stevens
      @sharrah.stevens  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same!! Thanks for watching love!

    • @AdmayaApparel
      @AdmayaApparel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pinterest is my interior designer

  • @himanipirta1995
    @himanipirta1995 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    1. Consider the Guest List.
    2. Entertainment according to the type of guests you are inviting. Conversation, indoor games, board, movie, makeover etc. It is not only about dinner but the whole evening.
    3. Decide Menu. Ask if they have any allergies.
    4. Layout. Chic , fun , rock you decide.
    5. Ambiance. Candle, flowers, light, temperature. Playlist.
    6. Seating arrangement. Casual, floor seating.
    7. Plate setting. Make some difference with name cards, beautifully plate setting, chicy brand for disposibles.

  • @crystalf5138
    @crystalf5138 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are going to have a blast planning children's birthday parties when the time comes! Great video! Enjoy your day!

  • @aliciaunaryan4751
    @aliciaunaryan4751 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Absolutely love this video and amazing advice
    Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

  • @StyleMySweets
    @StyleMySweets 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The eucalyptus with the white and gold tables cape is beautiful! Great tips....I really need to work on getting music playlists together....I often resort to a dinner party music station on pandora lol 🙈

  • @melissalangwell884
    @melissalangwell884 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always learning new things from you. I’m a long time follower of your mom and you ❤️

  • @silvershandiin
    @silvershandiin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool ideas! I love this video. I am looking forward to hosting a dinner party tomorrow. I think I’m ready!!! Wish me luck, y’all!

  • @naomi01423
    @naomi01423 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    💕loved this thanks

  • @ADAstrong
    @ADAstrong 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Fun video! Can you do a "How to host a holiday open house." 💟

  • @elissafontes8836
    @elissafontes8836 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I always liked the term “pin-spired” 📌

  • @biancas.6283
    @biancas.6283 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, now I'm in the mood for party! :)) have a great time in Italy!

  • @harmony1910
    @harmony1910 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your work. Great content!!

  • @marymarks7046
    @marymarks7046 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your mom taught you well. TFS Sharrah.

  • @7sevendaysara
    @7sevendaysara 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    always useful tips. woow your table layouts are great!!!!!!!!!!

  • @annalisag1745
    @annalisag1745 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    love it !! great ideas

  • @purespirit9
    @purespirit9 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds great. 😉👍💟

  • @monicareynolds1995
    @monicareynolds1995 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    loved this!

  • @hannafrancis9304
    @hannafrancis9304 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cool 💕

  • @obrienfam
    @obrienfam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video!

  • @donna8212
    @donna8212 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips Sharrah! You’re adorable 😉!!!!!

  • @rjwn50416
    @rjwn50416 ปีที่แล้ว

    So helpful!!

  • @Amal-kj9rb
    @Amal-kj9rb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are so gorgeous and talented 🤩👍🏼

  • @loreneaustin5304
    @loreneaustin5304 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great topic!

  • @o0ohlaura
    @o0ohlaura 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love that you have antlers the whole time haha ♥️🥰

  • @cristinacooper1115
    @cristinacooper1115 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great ideas! I love the blush pillow, where from?

  • @MissyLishaa
    @MissyLishaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Loved this video! Can you do one about how to build a tablescape? I need new ideas!

    • @Annodx3
      @Annodx3 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      yess

    • @alixnorman7389
      @alixnorman7389 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. Autumn tablescape. Without wretched pumpkins everywhere; not everyone has access to piles of pumpkins...

    • @tara_nguyen
      @tara_nguyen 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alixnorman7389 use pine cones and fruits

    • @MorenitaBonita19
      @MorenitaBonita19 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed!

    • @villarinojhonlord7971
      @villarinojhonlord7971 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      subscribe to my channel gius

  • @laurae2489
    @laurae2489 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great suggestions!

    • @sharrah.stevens
      @sharrah.stevens  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching! I hope these tips help you out for your next dinner party!

  • @ashleyhw4388
    @ashleyhw4388 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HomeGoods has really nice designer paper plates also.

  • @alishaphelps6692
    @alishaphelps6692 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This isn't one word but I always say "ugly eat". When my husband isn't home I ugly eat Taco Bell in my bed with my burrito resting on my chest while I dip it into my nacho cheese dip...you guys get it. haha!

  • @laceymaxwell2609
    @laceymaxwell2609 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Monday + Murphy's Law = MurphDay. I usually refer to Monday as "MurphDay" because anything that can go wrong will usually go wrong on Monday. 😂 And Pinteresty is totally a real word!

  • @greenlimabean
    @greenlimabean 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Left right center is fun, with quarters

  • @AdmayaApparel
    @AdmayaApparel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you do a video on the serving wear that you use for a dinner party?

  • @nuraisyah7986
    @nuraisyah7986 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I luv that blush rug look cushion !!! May I ask where you purchased it from?

  • @victoriacastillo9023
    @victoriacastillo9023 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the video. Where is the marble serving board from? I love that it has feet.

  • @ashleyemma4954
    @ashleyemma4954 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whenever someone says dinner party it reminds me of that episode on the Office 😂😂😂

  • @Sandyyyyyyyyyy
    @Sandyyyyyyyyyy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “It wasn’t my fault” 😂😂😂 nice disclaimer

  • @GabrielaCayli
    @GabrielaCayli 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is your dinning table set from? I am in love with it :)

  • @wizkidsvideos
    @wizkidsvideos 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this video. Let me know if you ever get tired of your black and white longhorn print. I’d loved to buy it from you.

  • @gwendolynmaddox9278
    @gwendolynmaddox9278 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your video! How old were you when you found your love for interior design?

    • @sharrah.stevens
      @sharrah.stevens  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yay thank you for watching!! My love for interior design started at a pretty young age since I was always around my mom who had such a passion for it, but then I was able to find the different areas I loved and could make it my own!

  • @JuliaCellist
    @JuliaCellist 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely LOVE your coffee table!! Where is it from!?

    • @TylerCStevens
      @TylerCStevens 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      JuliaCellist we made it! th-cam.com/video/PrFvinfHeJQ/w-d-xo.html

  • @orquidea647
    @orquidea647 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I need Rebeca in youtube come back my favorite decor

  • @AM-mz1ft
    @AM-mz1ft 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You seriously remind me of Emma Roberts!!!!

  • @vaishaligandhi6144
    @vaishaligandhi6144 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I love your couch can you please tell me where did you get it from?

  • @kristinamccaw3329
    @kristinamccaw3329 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your dining table and chairs!! Where are they from???

  • @huntingforhealthy1516
    @huntingforhealthy1516 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you shop? do you have a capsule wardrobe you alwys look so put together and adorable, classic.. and COMFY all at the same time... serious goals

  • @menalove8053
    @menalove8053 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like

  • @pinkfairykid
    @pinkfairykid 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much easier to just get people in to do it!

  • @CoDivaTheGr8
    @CoDivaTheGr8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️‼️

  • @meredithantell2287
    @meredithantell2287 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is your floor cushion from? Ive been looking for something just like it!

  • @cl4sh1ngs1lence8
    @cl4sh1ngs1lence8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone else jamming out to the dubstep in the background lol

  • @lindsayshackelford6375
    @lindsayshackelford6375 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is the best place to find eucalyptus I love seeing it in your designs. I used the word glassables so much as a kid my grandpa named his stained glass business that. Now I use the word with my kids.

  • @ruthannamarteifio2956
    @ruthannamarteifio2956 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Good ideas-------
    And remember to not use scented candles on the dining table----interferes w/ aroma of the tasty food!

  • @misharialmutairi2833
    @misharialmutairi2833 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you please tell me from where can I get the cushion the red-pink one in the first minute

  • @corref2082
    @corref2082 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where are your PJs from? Thanks

  • @tinarobles_
    @tinarobles_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where is your dining table / chairs from.

  • @jodijoy8906
    @jodijoy8906 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    💖❤️🧡💛🐶💚💙💜

  • @vikkimojica1184
    @vikkimojica1184 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're so funny

  • @dianamcmahon51510
    @dianamcmahon51510 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My word? Adulty. I.e. I ran so many errands today, I'm being super adulty.

  • @joycebirchfield6079
    @joycebirchfield6079 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My word: some families have knick knacks, others have tchotchkes...in my house, they are known as crap-knacks.

  • @SO-pt3nl
    @SO-pt3nl 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How big are your dinner parties? I usually not up for hosting parties because of the size of our place. its about 700sqft which i think you mention your place is 500sqft but your place looks effortlessly roomy! How do you deal with that on group for about 15- 20 people?

  • @gwendolynmaddox9278
    @gwendolynmaddox9278 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    First view

  • @sandorkocso1798
    @sandorkocso1798 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    7:37 me :)))))))))

  • @haleybrink3018
    @haleybrink3018 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guesstimate is my word, not sure if it's real but it sure doesnt sound like it is haha

  • @faba8343
    @faba8343 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    She also said you’re trying to burn the house down with those candles [dangerously placed] next to the books.

  • @iamdarlafl
    @iamdarlafl 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't find the playlist 😕

  • @penelopegardnerella4600
    @penelopegardnerella4600 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    u look like Emma Roberts

  • @jennalynnsalas5250
    @jennalynnsalas5250 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When you said “I’m sharrah” 🧐 me realizing it’s not Emma Roberts 😮

  • @rosmoljose5443
    @rosmoljose5443 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wonder who made up the word thing-a-ma-jing. For you know things you don't know the name of. LOL

  • @extremeAdvil
    @extremeAdvil 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many time did she say "you guys" this time

  • @xxxprincethe2nd793
    @xxxprincethe2nd793 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your cute

  • @kL81fy
    @kL81fy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Is it ok to put a banner "please leave by 9pm" my family loves coming too late & leaving late.😖😒

    • @ashb7487
      @ashb7487 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      KLongares my brothers friends are really guilty of this, my mum put a photo frame up with a sign in it saying 'Due to life, please leave by 11pm and take your trash with you'. I completely recommend doing something similar and aimed more towards your family than the sign we had which was mostly for 18yr old boys.

    • @kL81fy
      @kL81fy 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ashb7487 👍👍

    • @haydeeromero1702
      @haydeeromero1702 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love this comment 😄

  • @carolineg9012
    @carolineg9012 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I always say “jagalooned up” whenever i mess up badly or jokingly

  • @raiyu1985
    @raiyu1985 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I play this at 1.5x speed 😅😅😅

  • @SaroshSohail
    @SaroshSohail 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Skip to 1:45

  • @marcusbrown8600
    @marcusbrown8600 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have loved you channel and I would die if you responded

  • @Karen-gh8gv
    @Karen-gh8gv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Great ideas. Unfortunately, the dinner party has gone the way of the dinosaur due to the proliferation of self-imposed dietary restrictions. If you have allergies, I'll accommodate that of course, or if I know you're vegetarian, I'll make sure you have options, but I'm not catering to 12 different diets.

    • @robinkoko
      @robinkoko 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Karen74 Lmfaooooo 😭😂😭😂😭preach

  • @anna-katehowell9852
    @anna-katehowell9852 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Nowadays, people are allergic to stuff!" No honey, nowadays people who are allergic to stuff survive infancy.

  • @ohsobo
    @ohsobo 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My husband calls me an “exaggerist“ lol

  • @marsheilaweatherford4131
    @marsheilaweatherford4131 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you have white furniture with your dog ?

  • @AR-lf4df
    @AR-lf4df 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want you to be my date at every dinner party

  • @sanukalik3573
    @sanukalik3573 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    R your marage me

  • @farrahsehgal664
    @farrahsehgal664 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is rebbeca

  • @faba8343
    @faba8343 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My sister said there were too many adjectives for her to digest. Too many.

  • @Notoriouslyana
    @Notoriouslyana 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    We don’t wear shoes in our home, is it rude to ask guests to take their shoes off?

    • @ashb7487
      @ashb7487 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think it is, but I would warn them in advance. Because I'm still young, I still manage to get away with mass texting family or house etiquette to friends and family who aren't aware. With my more formal friends and family that might be uncomfortable about something, I call and talk to them in advance to make sure they can feel comfortable.

  • @texadonkey34
    @texadonkey34 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My fish fry is my dinner party. They only show up, because it's great seafood. I decorate the tables and serve lots of cocktails. No one wants to dress up or eat off china. We are tired, busy and on a budget.

  • @selenacasper5691
    @selenacasper5691 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who washes all those dishes if you don't have housekeepers?

  • @mra4789
    @mra4789 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Video starts at 1:45

  • @Amada__
    @Amada__ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You don’t have AC??

    • @sharrah.stevens
      @sharrah.stevens  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No it is the worst, but it is hopefully cooling down now that it is fall! Thank you for watching girl!

    • @tinadarlene4623
      @tinadarlene4623 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m in Florida I would melt like Frosty the snowman without
      A/C!!!

    • @jennyruiz9091
      @jennyruiz9091 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello , where did you get your bench chair ? the grey you use to add more seats to your dining table. I like it alot thanks

    • @user-uq3ow1ix4f
      @user-uq3ow1ix4f 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I live in Texas... We could never get away with that. I wish we could that would save so much money!

    • @user-uq3ow1ix4f
      @user-uq3ow1ix4f 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe you can do a "how to stay cool with no ac" video?

  • @pattyhoyt2462
    @pattyhoyt2462 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So how many of these dinner party's have you actually had your self?????I'm mean experience is knowledge!!!

  • @ij6148
    @ij6148 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the background music is too loud I barely understand you

  • @nancy8605
    @nancy8605 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Put a pizza card? Really for pizza? It should be obvious when it's pizza...

  • @zoyain
    @zoyain 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Did I miss a pregnancy update video?

    • @margaretc2015
      @margaretc2015 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think it might just be the flow of the outfit.

    • @marlenadesmet4907
      @marlenadesmet4907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Very inconsiderate and rude question

    • @lilianabaranauskaite6795
      @lilianabaranauskaite6795 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      She’s not pregnant, she’s been drinking wine at Italy and also they said they don’t want babies yet.

    • @HAquitaniaFE
      @HAquitaniaFE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@marlenadesmet4907 why? Is it bad to be pregnant?

    • @marlenadesmet4907
      @marlenadesmet4907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@HAquitaniaFE it's not bad to be pregnant but if a woman is going through fertility issues, that's a question that just kills them. It's just a question you should never ask someone

  • @bethbilous4720
    @bethbilous4720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    way too much chatter

  • @mynameisdisappointed4347
    @mynameisdisappointed4347 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is impossible to watch.

  • @shara8956
    @shara8956 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Annoying Af

  • @kymboulay3607
    @kymboulay3607 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoy your videos but what is really hard for me to watch is to see how much waste you must go through. I am very eco friendly and it hurts my heart to see all the waste (mostly plastic) going on in so many of your videos. :(

  • @dianakyanjo
    @dianakyanjo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seriously you spend 2 whole Minutes whining - please get to the point