Whether you relish the role of host or it’s simply your turn, having a houseful of guests at Christmas can be hard work. Cramming everyone in, remembering everyone’s dietary requirements – and the fact that no matter how many glasses and mugs you think you own, it’s never enough.
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Logistics aside, though, there’s something so magical about seeing your whole crew under your own roof. And from DIY troubleshooting to deliberately mismatched crockery, there’s plenty you can do to reduce the Christmas cortisol levels – and, yes, that includes delegation.
How to host a stress-free Christmas
Make a list (and check it twice)
View image in fullscreen A to-do list can work wonders for keeping on top of hosting tasks. Photograph: PeopleImages/Getty Images/iStockphoto
In the run-up to Christmas, sit down and make a list of what you’ll need clean and re
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