Homeowners preparing for guests during the holiday season from October to January may wonder where to begin if they want to get their houses cleaned and decorated in time for this year’s parties and dinners. Whether homeowners are sprucing up the house, preparing meals or shopping for unique decorations at a holiday market, many businesses and groups in the Conroe and Montgomery area can help.
Carpets and floors
Stylish Carpets
212 N. Frazier St., Conroe
936-441-2026 • www.stylishcarpets.com
The business offers full-service carpet and flooring installation services, including seasonal and holiday improvements for all types of floors.
Cleaning
A British Touch
936-203-1473 • www.britishtouch.net
This small business offers residential home cleaning packages, including pre- and post-party and open house cleaning.
Home improvement supplies
Tri-Supply Conroe
5457 W. Davis St., Conroe
936-539-3341 • www.trisupplyhometeam.com
Do-it-yourself supplies are available at this Conroe business, including ceiling fans, lighting, fixtures and other household hardware.
Interior design and decorating
BB Interiors and More
124 Dawns Edge, Montgomery
832-473-3410 • www.bbintm.com
These interior decorators assist clients with holiday decorating and space planning. Designers can help rearrange furniture to display a Christmas tree and can use a client’s own decorations or assist to buy new ones.
Debra Cruz
2912 W. Davis St., Ste. 321, Conroe
936-828-7095 • www.designsbydebracruz.com
Cruz helps homeowners with room staging, including preparing guest bedrooms and decorating for holiday parties as well as other seasonal decor changes.
Outdoor lighting
Daniels Exterior Illuminations
936-228-2969 • www.lightsbydei.com
This Conroe-based company specializes in outdoor light displays for all holidays, including Diwali and Christmas. Designers work with homeowners to create landscape, patio, walkway and porch lighting for holidays, seasons or year-round displays.
Party supplies and rentals
Premier Wedding and Party Rentals
700 McCaleb Road, Ste. F, Montgomery
936-588-1730 • www.premierweddingandparty.com
This Montgomery-based company provides party supplies and rentals, including tables and chairs for seasonal and holiday events.
Wally’s Party Factory
705 W. Davis St., Conroe
936-756-2110 • www.wallyspartyfactory.com
Party supplies are available year-round, but seasonal and holiday decorations are featured through the end of the year.
Windows and drapery
In Stitches Drapery Workroom
14427 Liberty St., Montgomery
281-798-8315 • www.institchesdrapery.com
The business offers drapery design and installation and other soft home furnishings, including furniture reupholstering and seasonal items, such as Christmas tree skirts, valances and table runners.
R&B Window Fashions
14543 Hwy. 105 W., Ste. 404, Conroe
936-588-0743 • www.randbwindowfashions.com
The Conroe-based business offers repairs and installations to window treatments, blinds, shutters and drapes.
Holiday markets
Nov. 5 • Winter market and craft show
West Conroe Baptist Church presents its fifth annual show, with exhibitors offering holiday home decor, handmade items, jewelry, beauty products and gifts. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. West Conroe Baptist Church,
1855 Longmire Road, Conroe. 936-760-1911. www.wcbc.us
Nov. 12 • Montgomery County German Nutcracker Market
The event features over 120 vendors offering women and children’s boutique clothing and accessories, jewelry, food, and home and holiday decor. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (admission). The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe. 281-610-8577. www.facebook.com/montgomerycountyholidayextravaganza
Dec. 10 • Arts and Crafts Holiday Market
The Montgomery Chamber of Commerce sponsors this event, offering unique, homemade Christmas gifts. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Lone Star Community Center, 2500 Lone Star Parkway, Montgomery. 936-597-5004. www.experiencemontgomery.com
Catering
All-Star Catering Company
1201 North Danville St., Willis • 936-228-0440
www.cateringbyallstar.com
Offering a 13-page menu, including holiday dinner items, this catering company has a variety of options for parties and events.
Clint’s Kuntry Katfish Catering
5855 W. Davis St., Conroe • 936-760-2737
www.kuntrykatfishcatering.com
In addition to providing catering for parties of 50 or more people, this Conroe company offers Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.
Darrel’s Catering
101 Silverdale Dr., Conroe • 936-760-2449
www.darrelscatering.com
This Conroe-based company caters events of 50 or more people, including events at the homes of clients and holiday catering.
Red Onion Catering Company
410 Moonwalk St., Montgomery • 936-494-5480
www.redonioncompany.com
The family-owned company works with clients to cater parties and events of all sizes, including holiday parties. The chef works with the customer to develop a menu for the occasion and can accommodate special dietary needs.
Spectrum Catering
9055 Airport Road, Conroe • 936-539-5250
www.spectrumconcessions.com
The company works with customers to design a menu for events of all sizes, including holiday parties and dinners.
TIPS
Hosts planning to hire a caterer for a holiday dinner or party should keep these tips in mind to make sure they are prepared during the year’s most busy and stressful season.
Communication with the caterer is key. Clients should have a good idea of how many people they expect to attend their event.
Hosts should consider in advance if they want the caterer to supply plates and silverware and if they are planning a buffet or seated service.
Check the menu to make sure the caterer is flexible regarding the dietary needs of their guests. If hosts plan to include alcohol, they should ask if the caterers handle that or if they need to make separate arrangements.
Hosts should try to include a couple of dishes of their own. A family favorite will help to create a memorable experience.
