So it’s that time of the year again: the end of the holiday season and the beginning of yet another new year. You’ve taken down the mistletoe, put away the tinsel and packed up the artificial tree, probably not to see it again until next winter rolls around. There are no more Christmas parties to attend, no Hanukkah shindigs, no big New Year’s Eve bashes. But just because the holidays are over, it doesn’t mean you’re done entertaining.

Here are a few tips for entertaining after the holidays:

Use what you’ve got
If you’re like most people, chances are you spent more than you meant to during the holiday season. It’s normal to splurge a little come Christmastime, but that just means you shouldn’t go crazy with the spending after the holidays. Stick to a budget, and use what you’ve got. From paper plates to festive decorations, chances are you can find most of what you need around the house.

Play up your home’s best features
Things like wet bars and media rooms were made for entertaining. If you have special features like these in your home, use them! And if you’re lucky enough to live in an area without freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall, why wait until summer to entertain outdoors? Bust out the patio furniture and throw a backyard barbecue now to beat the winter blues!

Go with a theme
Whether it’s a potluck or a Super Bowl party, theme parties are a great way to get everyone involved. The possibilities are endless when it comes to theme parties, so be creative! If you can’t go outdoors, a beach or indoor Hawaiian theme might be a good way to counter the winter weather, while a wine-tasting party or a movie night is sure to keep things festive.