We’re in the final countdown to Christmas! Anyone else knee deep in last-minute preparations"! This year I’m hosting a Christmas Eve party for my family, and I thought I’d share some of the festive fun today right here at Decoist. It’s not about planning the perfect party, complete with the latest in tableware and swag. It’s about using your holiday decor to your advantage. Let your tree and decorations set the palette for the night, and make a few strategic purchases to get the party started. Read on for photos, helpful tips, and lots of merry details!…Holiday Party DecorWith the busiest season of the year in full swing, it’s important to take any shortcuts you can! After all, the most important part of the holidays is spending time with the people you care about. Who’s with me here"! Not to mention, Christmas Eve also may involve preparing for Christmas Day, so anything you can do to remove stress and truly enjoy friends and family is a worthy endeavor, don’t you think"The answer: let your holiday decor double as party decor.My holiday decor happens to be merry and bright! Cheerful ornaments in colors such as yellow, red-orange, teal and pink decorate my silver tinsel tree. It’s tall and slender–the perfect no-fuss holiday focal point. The ball ornaments are super kid-friendly (aka: not glass) and come from The Land of Nod. I was going to snag more at the end of the season, but they’re ...