I asked Martha Stewart (at her personal Bedford farm, no big deal) one simple question: if friends texted that they were stopping by in 15 minutes, what would you do to make an indoor or outdoor space feel instantly party-ready?
With Labor Day on the horizon, it's an important one. Your time is better spent savoring these last stretches of summer than doing prep work. Plus, every host knows those final few minutes before any garden party – dotting the i's, crossing the t's, making every detail look just a touch more polished – can make all the difference.
