If you haven't seen the new issue of Better Homes and Gardens, I have a fun, little story on how to throw a festive holiday fete with plenty of party flourishes to impress even your most finicky guests.
It's everything you need to throw a stylish holiday cocktail party with quick and easy crafts you can make yourself. My favorite? Festive stars made from drinking straws. I used them to embellish a punch bowl, but they'll shine just as brightly on a tree.
If you're long on style but short on time (anyone?), skip the hot hors d'oeuvres in favor of room-temperature foods. My go-to menu: herbed popcorn, spiced nuts, wontons, crudités and a cheese sampler that's simple and chic.
Happy Hostessing, everyone!
saw it loved it, bravo to you.
michele
Posted by: michele@hellolovelyinc | December 08, 2012 at 11:33 PM
Makes complete sense in this busy time to have somthing stylish but simple! Looks great as usual! Have a great Christmas E&J!!
Posted by: Modern Country Lady | December 07, 2012 at 07:13 PM
great article, did see and enjoyed. can i hope that you are really back eddie?
your inspirations remain refreshing and original
xo
debra
Posted by: debra@5th and state | December 01, 2012 at 10:19 AM
I was so excited when I saw this article. Really pretty. Well done! xo
Posted by: Laura Bear | December 01, 2012 at 09:18 AM
Great to see you boys blogging again -- you've been missed! Just picked up this issue and getting to settle in with a glass of wine to peruse it (with your article being my first read, of course!)
Posted by: Sharon in Chicago | November 30, 2012 at 11:03 PM
So nice to hear from you, Eddie! You are one of my favorite designers and stylists--so creative! Glad you enjoyed the potato pancake recipe I shared. And what a lovely spread you've put together here for BHG--I will be looking for this issue. Turquoise, red and white--just gorgeous! We're thinking about doing a holiday song sing-a-long afternoon tea, and I will keep your ideas in mind for making it easy :) I've spent the last 2 days decorating, and I'm still not done. Hope to finish up over the weekend.
Posted by: Athena at Minerva's Garden | November 30, 2012 at 01:48 PM
Eddie and Jaithan I have missed you both so much! I wondered what had happened and thought you were probably working on some big projects!
I received my Better Homes and Gardens yesterday! So fun to see you there!
xoxo
Karena
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Posted by: Karena | November 30, 2012 at 12:51 PM
Those paper snowflakes are exactly the thing I need for a tablescape I have to do at my church next Tuesday. Downloading the template now. Thank you, thank you! Glad you're back to blogging.
Posted by: Mindy Carlson | November 30, 2012 at 12:17 PM
E&J SO glad to see you posting again! I loved your Country Living feature and will have to check this one out as well.
It was great catching up with you guys at the Biltmore house. I am so excited for all of the wonderful things you have going on!
xoxo
Posted by: Jennifer | November 30, 2012 at 10:24 AM
Reading it right now!!! (Do you ever take a bad photo - seriously! I bet you were that child whose face stood out from all the rest in the class pic!)
Posted by: Tina Steele Lindsey | November 30, 2012 at 08:52 AM
Hi E & J, Thanks for stopping by. I want to wish you both a very happy holiday! Your BHG spread is gorgeous.
xo Nancy
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Posted by: Nancy @ PowellBrowerHome.com | November 30, 2012 at 08:34 AM
Hey you're back nice to see you Eddie! All great ideas now if I only had someone to carry them through for me it would be golden! Love that first wreath!
XXX
Debra~
Posted by: Acquired Objects | November 30, 2012 at 05:57 AM
branches, blooms, cheese.....I'll be there.
pve
Posted by: pve | November 29, 2012 at 10:32 PM
Happy to see that you are back to blogging! I have my copy of this mag and plan to open it this weekend!!
Posted by: patti | November 29, 2012 at 10:05 PM