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Getty Every job has its occupational hazards — some are just a little more glamorous than others. For party planners, constant exposure to inspiring and stylish gatherings must raise the stakes a little for their own private gatherings, right? Not necessarily.  While speaking to several event pros on what they observe from their own get-togethers, we noticed that they spoke more about what makes a day less stressful rather than telling us about a stylish trend. Perhaps "staying calm" is replacing "mason jars everywhere" as the best party theme? Here's what else we learned. 1. You need to nail down a guest count before you do anything else.  It sounds like common wisdom, right? Wrong. In an age of ignored emails, phone phobias, and forgotten texts, it can be tricky to have any certainty about one's guest list. "It always seems like 'its just a few people,' but truthfully a party of 6 or a party of 20 will both require some work,...

Ingalls Photography I place a lot of funny little things on the tabletop, because I find that you eat as much with your eyes as you do with your mouth. The prettier your table looks and feels, the more your guests will enjoy their experience and remember the food. I combine glassware I inherited from my mother with pieces I buy at auctions. Mixing them makes the table eclectic and entertaining. A low vase allows for free-flowing conversations across the table. Ingalls Photography Chargers keep your table dressed and beautiful at all times, so it's never naked between courses. These napkin rings are my favorites! They pick up the gold rims on the plates and glasses and make mismatched linens look wonderful together. Learn Roberta's easy, flower napkin fold » The Paisley tablecloth, Paisley and Big Cata napkins, and Amelie and Harry eggs are all from Roberta Roller Rabbit ( robertarollerrabbit.com ) Silk Ribbon Service Plate in Raspberry ( $$$, herendusa.com ) Color Sheen Oran...

There's so much potential in that old crib in the attic. One Tree Photography Colorful and Homey When we first saw this brightly painted coop we only had one question — can we move in? With colorful shutters and a picket fence, these lucky chickens live in high style. Get the tutorial at TrevorMade. Photo Credit: One Tree Photography Courtesy of Redeem Your Ground On The Farm This family didn't stop at designing their own chicken coop — they added DIY decorations too. Bonus: The cute "on the farm" sign lists the names of all its feathered residents. Get the tutorial at Redeem Your Ground, and learn more about the coop's design. Courtesy of Housewives of Riverton Shades of Blue When this family spotted a coop they liked for $$$, they decided to make their own version at a fraction of the cost. Its hinged door folds outward, making it easy to reach in and grab eggs. Get the tutorial at Housewives of Riverton. Courtesy of Ana White Chick Brooding Cabinet ...

This kitchen essential is surprisingly handy in just about every room. Courtesy of Style at Home Organize Ribbon Instead of letting your pretty ribbon collection get tangled up in a box, put it on display. When you need a piece, pull on the end of the color or pattern you want to dispense. Courtesy of Lowe's Hang Ties Wrinkles, begone! Or if your hubby still isn't an expert at tying his own tie (no judgements) keep them pre-looped for him on this handy holder. Courtesy of Club Creating Keepsakes Organize Craft Supplies This is about to change avid scrapbookers' lives: Clasp binder clips with page protectors filled with stickers on the rod of a paper towel holder. It's a spinning solution that prevents digging through all of your favorite supplies. Courtesy of Rhapsody in Rooms Keep Tabs on Tape Washi, duct, Scotch — all of your rolls of tape can find a home on this holder. Even better: Your chances of finding the kind you need the next time you're wrapping ...

Don't say gold and silver can't be friends. Jonny Valiant Mix Up Your Gallery Wall Want to dip a toe into mixing metals but aren't ready to invest in big items? Combine a silver and a bronze frame on a big gallery wall to get the effect without the risk, like in this colorful Miami home. Francesco Lagnese Separate Through Height Even though this living room is interspersed with bits of gold and silver, they never compete: Silver elements are clustered above the fireplace, and the table's gold legs perfectly match the geometric carpet. Roland Bello Go Bold Color rules in this Miles Redd-designed Manhattan home — and because the rest of the room is so brave, there's no need to worry about mixing the silver chandelier and gilded console. They just add more to the mix. Annie Schlechter Spread Them Across a Large Room Even though this kitchen uses several metals — silver on the faucet and stove hood, copper pots and lights, and bronze hardware — the room still feels...