Is it just me or did Halloween last forever? Now don't get me wrong: I love it, but taping the show back in July, then all the anticipation leading up to it—enough already. Onward and upward! Besides, this blogger's got a turkey to dress and wreaths to make. So what better way to kick off the holiday season than a visit to Richmond, Virginia, one of my favorite cities, for R • Home for the Holidays?
Richmond Magazine is hosting the event at the Virginia Historical Society in just a couple of weeks. And so even amid all the ghosts and goblins, now happily laid to rest, we've also been busy planning easy, inexpensive, and beautiful projects to inspire your holiday decor. For a pre-holiday pow-wow I had with the magazine's editor-in-chief Susan Winiecki, including what's on my wish list this year, click here.
If you're anywhere near Richmond on Monday the 16th—or even if you're not—come see me anyway! I'd love to meet you!
Just be sure to RSVP to (804) 355-0111 ext. 318. See you in Richmond, everyone!

























Eddie,
You were a sensation in Richmond. I've heard nothing but RAVE reviews! Thank you for doing such a spectacular demonstration and to Jaithan for all he did as well to make the event a success. I believe your Richmond fan club has grown exponentially! You both have endeared yourselves to us all.
Can't wait to see what you come up with next.
It is a joy and pleasure to represent you. Until your next visit....
Much love,
Patsy
Posted by: Patsy Arnett | November 17, 2009 at 01:15 PM
Oh how I wish I could attend but I am too far away.I will look forward to see your post on this event. Great article, Eddie and Jaithan, I hope your wish list comes true, I know it will because you are working so hard to make it happen and it is so well deserved, just keep doing what you are doing. xoxo Kathysue, PS great time at virtual shopping on Etsy last night , some really good picks. I am going to check out the bark vases and monogrammed napkins for sure.
Posted by: kathysue | November 12, 2009 at 10:39 AM
We will see you there! Coming from the Eastern Shore of VA for your program. Ready to load up the truck with fabulous finds.
Posted by: Christine Campbell | November 10, 2009 at 02:14 PM
Oh, I just found out about this and signed up immediately! Can't wait!
Posted by: Lisa | November 09, 2009 at 03:44 PM
I hope I can make it! We moved to Richmond in September!
Posted by: Trinity | November 07, 2009 at 05:19 PM
All signed up and ready to go!!
Posted by: Chris @ Celebrations At Home | November 03, 2009 at 03:59 PM
Thank you Mrs. PvE. I am happy to accept the kind invitation and have made reservations. Looking forward to a delightful evening.
Posted by: Easy and Elegant Life | November 03, 2009 at 02:36 PM
I made my reservations today and I can't wait to see you. I know you will have great ideas for us!
Posted by: Sherry Carroll | November 02, 2009 at 10:35 PM
I hate that I love so far away from all these fun events! Be sure to take lots of pictures of this fun one :)
Posted by: LindsB | November 01, 2009 at 04:25 PM
Oh I wish I could come! I went last year and it was a really lovely event! Can't wait to hear how it goes!
Posted by: In the Tweeds | November 01, 2009 at 01:01 PM
I thought I was the only one that's been on Halloween since the 4th of july decorations came down. I love it too. So much...but right now I gotta go. I have LOTS of Halloween to take down... And No, it's not too sad....Thanksgiving is going up...bring it on......
Posted by: Kary Gonyer | November 01, 2009 at 10:45 AM
I am off to tell "Mr.Easy and Elegant life" to attend!
pve
Posted by: pve | November 01, 2009 at 09:13 AM
Nice article. Hope those wishes come true! (We know they will!) Loved your HGTV special and looking forward to the next.
xoxo
Evy
Posted by: Evelyn Weiss | November 01, 2009 at 08:40 AM
How I wish I could be there. I an looking forward to what you come up with for Thanksgiving and Christmas, my two favorite holidays.
Posted by: Karen Evans | November 01, 2009 at 08:36 AM
Oh I can't wait! This is the perfect way to ring in the holiday season!
Posted by: Elizabeth | November 01, 2009 at 07:49 AM
I'm signing up right now!! I hope you can pop over to see Haven on Hanover. Let me know if you need any shopping/restaurant advice while you're here!!
Linda
Posted by: Linda Lewis | November 01, 2009 at 06:48 AM
I wish I could come see you in Richmond! On to the next Holiday...you ever get a break!
Posted by: Kathy | November 01, 2009 at 06:04 AM
You are headed to my hometown where I was born and raised! If I wasn't living in California now, I'd so be there! Have so much fun! xo
Posted by: grace | November 01, 2009 at 01:53 AM