Ep 111 | Holiday Entertaining Tips That Spark Joy with Christina Lustig

Christina Lustig, Founder & Lead Planner of To The Nines Events, joins us to explore tips for sparking joy when it comes to holiday entertaining.

Originally from a suburb of Detroit, Christina spent 7 years in NYC working in fashion, a year in Boston and now lives in Chicago's Wicker Park with her husband, John, and dog, Drake. Christina lives basically in spreadsheets, on blogs, Pinterest, and the phone when it comes to planning her clients' big days

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In this episode, you’ll enjoy:

  • Christina's path to "eventification"
  • Tips on avoiding stress and choosing joy when preparing for the holidays
  • Christina's love of simplified listmaking (a strategy that is also featured in Spark Joy Episode 107)
  • Our favorite gifts for hosts and gift list making strategies
  • The essential components of a great holiday event:
    • A great scent
    • An inclusive playlist
    • Fun interactive touches
  • How to be a great guest!
    • RSVP promptly
    • Join in on the fun
    • Ask how you can lend a hand or if you can bring anything
    • Bring a host gift as a nice gesture (here's an example: Kristyn's favorite host gift)
    • Include a thank you card with a mindful gifting message: "If this gift does not spark joy in any way, please feel free to let it go with gratitude and a "thank you."
  • Christina's plans to enjoy her first Christmas in Chicago

Christina's favorite tidying tip:
Pencil and paper. Writing things down and labeling.

What's sparking the most joy for Christina:
The turn of the season and excitement about the holidays!

You can find Christina on Instagram @totheninesevents and totheninesevents.com

Mention “SPARK JOY” if interested in working with To The Nines Events to receive 10% off any planning package of your choice.

Gems:

  • "Whether it's your gift list, decorating your home, or planning your holiday party, you really need to start early."
  • "Have faith over fear. You can do it!"

You can find Karin Socci at The Serene Home
You can find Kristyn Ivey at For the Love of Tidy

Special Guest: Christina Lustig.

Om Podcasten

Welcome to Spark Joy, co-hosted by certified KonMari Consultants Kristyn Ivey and Karin Socci. Spark Joy is the podcast dedicated to celebrating the KonMari Method and the transformative power of surrounding yourself with joy; and letting go of the all the rest. Made popular by Marie Kondo, author of the bestselling book The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up, the KonMari Method is a revolutionary professional organizing technique and way of life. Join us as we explore the world of KonMari and how the method impacts your home, health, wealth, family and well being. Spark Joy engages thought leaders and innovators in the KonMari universe. We share our experiences as KonMari Consultants, working with clients from all walks of life: families, empty nesting folks downsizing, young people setting up their first homes, and others. Look forward to practical tidy tips that will help you execute your own KonMari journey with ease and joy. Spark Joy wants to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com, email us at contact@sparkjoypodcast.com to leave a question or comment for a chance to be featured on next week’s show. Join us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter via @sparkjoypodcast.Thanks for tuning in, and we hope your day sparks joy! NOTE: Spark Joy the podcast is not endorsed by or affiliated with KonMari Media, Inc. The opinions expressed on the show's episodes represent the views of the co-hosts and guests alone, and do not represent the corporate position of KonMari Media, Inc or the KonMari consultant community.