Welcoming friends and family into your home doesn't have to be intimidating! These 50 affordable and inspired ideas from bestselling author Melissa Michaels will help you turn any get-together into a special memory.

• Simplify tasks and focus on what guests remember most: the atmosphere, feast, conversation, and special touches.
• Reduce stress when you embrace your authentic hosting style, easy DIYs, and the freedom of using what you have.
• Celebrate people as the centerpiece of any gathering with simple activities that spark conversation and connection.

With more than 300 tips for a variety of gatheringsfrom a casual outdoor barbeque to a creative guest-of-honor dessert--you'll feel inspired to open your door with confidence!