This year’s Christmas theme: A Christmas Nightcap. Fitting, since we’re hosting a holiday party at our very own “hotel bar,” aka our apartment. A nightcap is that final, cozy drink that ends an evening… so what better vibe for wrapping up the year? First step: invites. I hopped on @vistaprint and designed hotel key cards with our family crest, plus an actual key card tucked inside that guests will turn in for a gift. And because I love a moment, each one has a QR code that takes you straight to the party details on @canva . Then came decor. Remember the giant bow from last year? I hated it. So I chopped it up, kept the velvet, added fringe, and turned it into curtains. Instant upgrade and the perfect speakeasy entrance. I also ran 14-inch ribbon across the ceilings for a little drama. And of course, it wouldn’t be a hotel lobby without my plethora of trees. One room down. Two more to go. #everylastlayer #boutiquehotel #renterfriendly #austin #apartmenthotel #apartmentdecor #nightcap #speakeasy #christmasdecor #holidayparty