Epic Open House

Jeanette Joy Fisher

Hosting an open house is essential to making a positive impression on potential buyers and generating interest in a property. Forget boring open houses and try something new and exciting to amaze buyers. Host an epic open house at night and invite your neighbors and best friends to create a fabulous fun party. Don’t let them miss out on one of the best events ever.

PREPARATION

Start by examining your home with a critical eye, from the front curb to the inside and backyard. Add enticing elements like uplights under plants and the entrance. Make it worthwhile for buyers to find parking and get stimulated to explore what’s inside.

Read my book Magic Minimalism — for free to say goodbye to clutter and simplify your life. Clear countertops and tabletops, deep clean every inch, and create more space by removing furnishings. Pack up everything you want to keep but keep the essentials handy. Trash, give away, or sell everything else. Be ruthless. The more empty space, the larger your home feels. Clean your home like your fussy relative is coming over. While cleaning and clearing, notice how the lighting makes you feel. Consider different lighting options, to enhance specific areas.

 Daydream & Plan

Enjoy daydreaming about your party. Familiarise yourself with your lighting options. Window shop online or at your favorite home center. Let your imagination and intuition guide you. Creativity helps you make decisions without overspending.

Party Lighting Ideas

Elevate your event with these captivating party lighting ideas.

Here are some general ideas about available lighting:

Twinkle Light Canopy

For the ultimate in sophistication a Twinkle Light Canopy as seen above will surely impress.

Uplights

Enhance the ambiance of your event with uplighting, the first layer of event lighting. Uplights effortlessly add an elegant touch to gardens, enveloping them in a gentle and encompassing aura of light. Opt for battery-operated multicolor lights to effortlessly set different colors, and once you experience their magic, you’ll fall in love with their charm in any new setting.

Texture Lights

Impress your guests with texture lighting, a quick and foolproof choice. Gobos, in various captivating stencils, create mesmerizing shapes within a projection of light, giving an expanded and enchanting effect on the surface it’s projected onto.

Pin Spots

For showcasing your home’s special features, pin spots are ideal. These dramatic lights draw attention to the setting from above, adding an extra element of allure to your space.

Cold Spark Machines

Looking for sparklers without any fire-related concerns? Enter cold spark fireworks, also known as cold spark machines. These extraordinary flameless products are hassle-free and don’t require a pyrotechnics license to use. You can easily rent them from party rental stores or long-distance rental shippers; just remember to ship them back. By conducting an online search, you can find them available for sale at a lower price than most places.

Meteor Lights

Anticipation. Check out the Meteor Lights below. Don’t they induce you to see more of the Open House?

String  Lights

Years ago, to achieve a magical effect, we had to rely on professional Market Lights. However, with advancements in household lighting, you can now enjoy the enchanting glow of string lights in various shapes, from globes to longer Edison-shaped bulbs. For a warm and cozy ambiance, opt for warm white colors, while cool white colors create a star-like appearance.

LED Twinkle Lights

Twinkling fairy lights are sure to bring smiles, especially when placed in glass containers like Mason Jars, creating a mini-light display. These fairy lights are available in both plug-in and battery-operated versions with remotes. If you’re looking for a truly unforgettable display, consider using curtain-length horizontal strings of fairy lights with super sheer drapes to decorate a wall or hedge.

SOLAR LED Balloon Luminous Party 16″ Balls

Colorful Luminous Balloon Balls with their beautiful Cracked Glass finish are perfect for outlining the entry walkway with warm white light.

Little Opalescent Pearl Lights

Add a touch of elegance to your fabulous Open House with exquisite Little Opalescent Pearl Lights, which are slightly larger than fairy lights.

Hanging Solar Firework Lights

Hanging Solar Firework Lights, featuring 480 LED Starburst Lights, with a copper wire, outdoor waterproof design, timer, and 8 modes, all controllable with a remote.

The Magic of Dry Ice

If you live in a hot climate, place a water feature by the front door for an enticing cool fog. We put dry ice in our water fountain to welcome friends and family. Get creative with a large garden pot, or any container that’s waterproof. CAUTION:  Please take care. Dry ice, about minus 140 degrees below zero burns you just like a fire. Don’t EVER put it in a drink. Wear heavy gloves to handle it. Dry ice doesn’t melt, it turns into carbon dioxide. Buy two blocks of 25 pounds each to last about four hours if you hammer the blocks into chunks.

Alternative Dry Ice Machine

The Dance On A Cloud effect uses a dry ice machine, creating a low-level fog that lasts for approximately 3-4 minutes. Please note that this machine should not be used outdoors.

Cryo Cannons

Cryo Cannon machines are a great addition to your Epic Open House, as they grab attention with a quick blast of CO2 up to 25 feet. Use them for grand entrances, dancing, special performances, or even deep into your backyard to add a fun element to your event. You might need to hire an event expert to handle these.