After having so much fun doing the flower arranging workshops in Kansas City the first time around, we're heading back on Wednesday, December 2 for an evening of Cocktails and Candlelight at the factory. This time, we're going to be making an elegant, professional-looking holiday centerpiece, and I hope you'll join me! We'll also be having catered wine and hors d'oeuvres, just to get the creative juices flowing. Admission is $125 per person, and from what I've heard, most of the 60 spots are already gone! For reservations, email Pam at Creative Candles or call 816.474.9711 ext. 205.
Spaces, the premiere design magazine for Kansas City, published a great article in anticipation of our trip, which also includes a speaking engagement on holiday decorating at the sold-out Kappa Kappa Gamma Holiday Homes Preview Lunch. For a behind-the-scenes look into how I decorated Kathie Lee Gifford's house for Celebrity Holiday Homes, premiering Sunday, December 6 on HGTV, as well as an entertaining horror story you won't believe, click twice to enlarge.
Of course, while we're in town, I'm hoping our good friend, the effervescent Mrs. Blandings makes an appearance, so stay tuned! See you in Kansas City, everyone!
Love the article on you. That was so great that you stayed "cool, calm, and collected" with the raw turkey event!
Posted by: Judy Crain | November 22, 2009 at 12:52 PM
It's always a joy to read your post. I have so enjoyed catching up with the last five or so. Hope you have a fabulous Thanksgiving, Eddie!
xo Lidy
Posted by: frenchgardenhouse | November 22, 2009 at 11:27 AM
Hi Eddie~Welcome back to KC! If you and Jaithan are still in town on Dec 4~5, please stop by our Miss Frenchies Holiday Brocante Show at the Historical Alexander Majors Barn.
Blessings,
Carol
http://missfrenchies.blogspot.com/
Deb
http://curioussofa.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Raised In Cotton~Carol Spinski | November 22, 2009 at 08:38 AM
A perfect time to return to Kansas City!! The Country Club Plaza and Crown Center will be all lit It is like a magical experience for anyone to behold. I will do everything i can to make it !!!
Posted by: Karena | November 22, 2009 at 01:56 AM
White chocolate and peppermint truffle! Hope you'll be sharing that recipe with your loyal fans soon, as the holidays are approaching.
Posted by: Shawn | November 21, 2009 at 09:35 PM
You will be sharing that delicious trifle recipe won't you? Umm, peppermint and white chocolate...sounds like just the thing I need to impress the new in laws!
Posted by: Mary Ann | November 21, 2009 at 07:27 PM
Eddie - sure wish i could join you in kansas city - love the place - though don't get that way very often - do you stop in to say hi to Debbie at Curious Sofa? don't guess ya'll ever make it to waco ? lol!
i do enjoy your blog and style - and your etsy shop -
troy
Posted by: Troy Rash | November 21, 2009 at 05:51 PM
If you have the opportunity to see Eddie & Jaithan, DO IT! I had the pleasure of meeting them in Richmond this past week and they (1) look even better in person; (2) are absolutely charming; (3) are very funny and (4) Eddie gave a very informative presentation. I so enjoyed the evening as did many of my friends that also attended. They took photos with everyone that asked and let all the ladies talk them to death with smiles on their faces. Why attend an expensive event if you can't speak with the guests of honor? They are particularly accessible and just FUN! I'm sure the always lovely Mrs. Blandings will be there and give us a full report. Have fun everyone!
Posted by: SuSu | November 21, 2009 at 04:10 PM
Hi Eddie, yum the peppermint trifle sounds wonderful and I am sure it looks very festive. That would be a quick fix if someone was popping in, which happens a lot during the holidays, great idea. Thank you for sharing Kathysue
Posted by: kathysue | November 21, 2009 at 12:27 PM
Oh have fun in Kansas City Eddie; I just came back & will be there over Thanksgiving (leaving the 30th .....DARN)!!!
There is so much to see & there is so much to do! Have a great time, Ms. Blandings was my basis for the tour I took while there! She knows all the best places to go!
Make sure you bring your pocketbook & stroll by the Mission Mall!! Unbelievable .....
Leslie
Posted by: La Maison Fou blog | November 21, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Eddie, how nice you're heading back to our area once again. I just picked up the Spaces magazine at work, and I have to say this is the best issue in awhile.. Hope to see you then..hugs ~lynne~
Posted by: lynne@lynnesgiftsfromtheheart | November 21, 2009 at 10:16 AM