As the dust from the playoffs start to settle, and the last two teams standing face each other for the big game, football fans across the country congregate to enjoy the competition, food, friends and of course, those awesome commercials!

If you’re planning on hosting a game day party to root for your favorite team (or just enjoy this last hurrah of the season if your team didn’t make the cut!), here are a few tips to get you prepared along with some of our top picks for football fun at home:

It’s all about atmosphere. Make your home more festive than any bar in town by incorporating team colors—napkins, paper plates, serving bowls, pennants, balloons… It IS a party after all! Try having a football ready to toss around between guests during halftime. It’ll get everyone in the touchdown spirit!

Snacks, snacks, and more snacks! Chips and dip are a great game-day go to. Since this IS the biggest game of the year, why not elevate your selection of dips by whipping up something special in a slow cooker? Mom’s chilli anyone?

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Tailgate favorites are always a hit. An at-home football party calls for BBQ classics, wings and ribs! They keep hungry guests happy…even if their team is on the losing end. Set up a buffet-style table with a heated server, some colorful serving plates and some stick-to-your ribs recipes.  

Cheer on your team with a selection of beverages. Beer and soda are the obvious must-haves for football parties, but make sure you offer lots of cold water, too! If you really want to impress your guests, bring the bar home by serving a traditional foam-topped beer from your personal beer draught tap!

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Whether it’s entertaining for the holidays or just a small “just because” gathering of friends, the host and hostess definitely deserve a round of cheers. Show them your appreciation with gifts that will make those home gatherings even more special.

1. Riedel “O” Single Decanter: This artfully handmade decanter is perfectly proportioned to hold a single bottle of wine.

2. Highbury Encore Wine Goblet Set: Make it a special toast with these lovely handmade goblets.

3. Highbury “Bistro de Paris” Dinner Plate Set: These Parisian-chic plates are perfect for all those lunch gatherings.

4. Le Creuset Whistling Kettle: After-dinner tea will be even better with these classic kettles.

5. Vera Bradley Cocktail Party Napkins: These colorful fabric napkins come in a variety of distinctive prints. They liven up any plate setting!

6. Home Source International Supima® Cotton 6-Piece Towel Set: They’ll love how soft and durable these towels are!

7. MOR Cosmetics Emporium Candles: We love the 24K gold stamped design and ready-to-give packaging just as much as the lovely scent of this candle.

8. Vera Bradley Ornament Trio: Beautifully packaged in a matching display case, these ornate ornaments will make their tree shine with style.

9. MOR Cosmetics Essentially Yours Gift Set: This pampering duo is perfect to fancy up the guest bathroom.

When it comes to entertaining at home, the little details really count. That’s why we’re all about fun accents and chic dinnerware when having friends over for a casual dinner.

Impress your guests with these picks during your next in-home get together!

1. Le Creuset 4.5 Qt. Rectangular Stoneware Casserole with Lid: This timeless casserole dish goes from oven to tabletop quite perfectly!

2. Highbury Whittier Square Dinner Plates (Set of 6): These chic dinner plates add a restaurant embience to any dinner table.

3. Le Creuset Screwpull Corkscrew: This solid corkscrew also makes for a great gift to a wine connoisseur host!

4. Oenophilia Recycled Wine Bottle Tumblers (Set of 4): Add colorful style by sipping your favorite beverage out of these fun glasses.

5. Highbury Caribbean Tray: Make a lovely fruit or floral centerpiece atop this tropical-inspired display tray.

6. BIA Cordon Bleu Chantilly Cream & Sugar Set: This charming set dresses up your after-dinner coffee.

7. BIA Cordon Bleu Cheese Plate w/ Knife: Why serve those fine artisan cheeses on just any old plate? Add a dose of French style to your dinner setting with this vintage-style set.