Well, here we are again, folks. Maybe you always spend New Year’s at home. Or maybe you had big plans but canceled them due to the Vid (or the Chron), or even the weather. In any case, we’re making plans for a cozy New Year’s eve at home, once again. And guess what? It’s going to be easy AND fabulous!
We are definitely still recovering from the Christmas rush, so while we want to make NYE festive, we don’t have the energy to go all out. So what should we do?
From decor to food, check out these festive tips for a simple New Year’s eve at home, even if you only have a day’s notice.
Make it a Banner Year
If you still have time to run to Party City, pick up a fun banner and balloons, along with some hats and streamers. You might even find some hats and streamers at the dollar tree or a local grocery store.
If you missed the boat or don’t want to leave the house, you can print this banner from Paper Trail Design for free at home.
Plan for Midnight Kisses
What’s New Year’s Eve without a midnight kiss! Whether it’s from a spouse, kiddo, four-legged friend, or even over Facetime video, let’s make sure it’s known we want a big smacker. This decoration idea is super cute, and also delicious!
Create a DIY Balloon Drop
If you already have all the supplies, why not create a festive balloon drop? At midnight pull the string and let the balloons fall. If you have little ones that will stay up till midnight, this looks like so much fun!
Make some Countdown Bags
From Happy Home Fairy
Here’s a fun activity that will keep your family occupied as you count down to the new year. Simply stuff several bags with a different treat or activity, then have someone open the bag at the indicated time. Fill your bags with treats, games, craft kits, lotto tickets, noisemakers, confetti, and more!
Cheers to a Bubbly Bar
This is oh so easy, and oh so pretty! You just need a few ingredients to create a luxurious bubbly bar that is perfect for toasting to the new year.
Add these items to your grocery list or instacart order: prosecco, champagne, sparkling rose, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, Pama pomegranate liqueur, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and some sugar cubes
Hint: drop a sugar cube into your glass and watch it bubble over for you.
For the kiddos, check out this adorable Milk and Cookies “Champagne Toast” from Giggles Galore.
Countdown Cheese Board on the Kitchen Island
From Kelley Nan
You can make a fun charcuterie platter with all the leftover treats and goodies from Christmas, plus a few extras from the market.
Kelley used vinyl adhesive numbers and applied them directly to her quartz countertop; they peeled up without issue. The flip tray/board that was used for drinks in the Christmas setup is now turned wooden-side-up with cheese knives and rosemary sprigs as the clock hands.
Midnight Munchies
This Brown Sugar Bacon Brie Crescent Rolls recipe by Real House Moms looks pretty easy to make.
When you lay your crescent dough out in the triangle, you’ll just lay your ingredients (bacon & brie cheese) on the large side base of the triangle, and roll up.
What about the main course?
If you have time, you can make fabulous prime rib. We love this recipe from Chef Jean-Pierre and you will too!
You typically do need to order the prime rib in advance from the market, so give yourself enough time. And be sure to use our favorite Prime Rib seasoning from Costco.
If you can get to the grocery store that has good quality seafood, we also recommend making our famous Seafood tower.
Or order in! Sushi is a fun treat for New Year’s eve. If you order a day in advance, your sushi restaurant will often put your rolls on a platter, making it fun to pick from the assortment of sushi.
What do you talk about?
2022 Intentions printables by Artys Fartsy Mama
New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to reflect on the past year and celebrate the possibilities of the new year ahead. Traditionally, we set resolutions and goals to work on for the next year. But now is a great time to reflect on the things that have happened over this past year.
You can also set goals with this downloadable template from Kelley Nan
Set the Mood with Music
Check out Mixcloud for some fun and interesting New Year’s Eve mixes. Here are a few good options:
House
- https://www.mixcloud.com/DJCABEZON2/dj-cabezons-new-years-eve-dance-mix-nye/ or
- https://www.mixcloud.com/sonnyseven/bouncing-into-2020-house-edition/
Funk
Old School Hip hop
Top 40
Latin
In da Club
Find lots more mixes here:
What Else?
You can’t go wrong by watching movies, playing games, and waiting for the big moment.
Most importantly, you want to enjoy your evening! Try to plan ahead so you can get started (with the bubby bar) early, and give yourself a high five for another amazing year!
