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I don't know about you, but I am breathing a sigh of relief after all the election drama. Regardless of the side you are on, it's just nice that all of that is over and we can move on. Move on to Thanksgiving and dressing and setting pretty tables and Christmas shopping and decorating! I always love getting holiday catalogs and planning our decorations and checking out all the new holiday decor and entertaining products that are out there. Not that I don't have enough already from past years, but it's always nice to add to the collection. A few more trees for the forest at least.
So, whether you are just building your collection or adding to, these are some of our favorite picks from Anthropologie, West Elm, World Market and Target. 
1. Piper Stocking from Anthropologie
2. Scandi Forest Dinnerware from West Elm 3. Flake Velvet Tree Skirt from CB2 4. Shiny-Brite Tree Topper from Anthropologie 5. Merry Making Pom Wreath from Anthropologie 6. Party Pop Champagne Flutes from World Market 7. Holiday Embroidered Zebra Throw Pillow from Target 8. Dewy Glass Tree from Anthropologie 9. Ombre Rainbow Bottle Brush Tree from World Market 10. Brass Merry Reindeer from Pottery Barn 11. Holiday Lights Garland from Crate and Barrel 12. Holiday Christmas Trees Throw Pillow from Target Check out more holiday decor and entertaining goodies in our Holiday Shop. This post contains affiliate links and we may be compensated for purchases made via these links.
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Shauna may or may not be guilty of setting a table just for the fun of it. And while we know that the big Turkey Day feast might be a little more low key this year, there is no reason to not go all out on setting an amazing table. We've got three fall tables for your inspiration, two that you would expect and a third that, well, just makes us happy and is too amazing to not re-create on your table. Table 1: Traditional Turkey Day Sourced primarily from Pottery Barn, this table features traditional fall colors, pumpkins, leaves, turkeys, the whole nine yards. Raid your yard for colorful leaves and use fresh pumpkins and hurricane candles as your centerpiece.    Resources: All from Pottery Barn Monique Lhuillier Glass Charger Charlotte Dinner Plate Salad plate--sold out, similar here Bamboo Flatware Kenaf Table Runner Paisley Table Runner Linen Hemstitch Napkins Schott Zweisel Taste Wine Glass Monique Lhuillier Gabrielle Coupe Glass Chester Brushed Candleholders Turkey place card holders--similar here Table 2: Boho Chic Bounty This client has a great assortment of vintage glasses and her grandma's flatware so we were excited to pull that out and mix it up with some new pieces from World Market and Pottery Barn. Assorted pumpkins in velvet, glass and ceramic surround the cornucopia centerpiece.    Resources: Rustic Fatima Dinner Plates--World Market White Salad Plate--vintage, similar here Teal Salad Plate--similar here Pumpkin Bowls--similar here Coral Table Runner--similar here Ikat Table Runner--similar here Linen Hemstitch Napkins--Pottery Barn Amethyst Goblets--vintage, similar here Etched Wine Tumbler--vintage, similar here Table 3: Fun and Festive If you don't know by now, we are known for breaking the rules now and again. So, why should your fall table setting be dominated by fall colors? When we found these amazing textiles and accessories from Kim Seybert, we couldn't wait to use them on a table.    A sharp eye will notice that the ikat table runner and amethyst glasses are the same as in the previous table setting. Same client, new year. You caught us. We used brightly colored cans from enchilada sauce and tomato sauce as our flower containers and a pom pom tree garland draped down the table. I'd have a turkey dinner here any day!
Resources: Blue Bamboo Placemats--Kim Seybert Rattan Chargers--Pottery Barn Dinner Plates--Pottery Barn Jaipur Pom Pom Napkins--Kim Seybert Napkin Rings--Kim Seybert Amethyst Goblets--vintage, similar here Recycled Glass Tumblers--vintage, similar here Shop more of our tabletop favorites here. This post contains affiliate links and we may be compensated for purchases made via these links. Not surprising that our Holiday Cocktail post from last year was one of our most popular. I mean, when you are home with family for days upon end, there are only so many Hallmark movies you can watch before going bonkers. Truth be told, we never NEED an excuse to try a new cocktail, but holiday gatherings, family events and parties are prime opportunities to venture outside the cocktail box. Beyond the Moscow Mule, you might say. This year, we turned to our friends at The Spruce and their food and drink site The Spruce Eats for recommendations for our Holiday Cocktail round up and the selection didn't disappoint. Coffee drinks, cold weather drinks, festive drinks, there's a LOT to choose from. Our selections were strategic in that they go from morning brunch and coffee to after dinner in front of the fireplace. Christmas Mimosa The Spruce Eats / Teena Agnel Nothing new and spectacular about bubbles and cranberry juice, but the addition of this garnish gives it a bright kick. Christmas Jones Cocktail The Spruce This boozy smoothie is the perfect way to kick off Christmas Day. Plus Shauna's kinda partial to the name. Italian Coffee Cocktail Brian Lestart / Photolibrary / Getty Images A caffeinated jump start to your day, or as an after meal treat, this liqueur infused coffee drink is at its best whe made with dark roasted beans. Spiced Cranberry Margarita The Spruce / Todd Coleman It takes a little extra effort to make the cinnamon simple syrup for this cocktail, but it's worth it. Go ahead and make up a big ol batch to have with your tamales on Christmas Eve. White Christmas Dream Cocktail The Spruce A lovely alternative to egg nog, this dessert cocktail is a dreamy end to a festive dinner. For a larger party, serve in shot glasses to give everyone a delicious dose. Mulled Pomegranate Warmer Joy Skipper / Photolibrary / Getty Images The first of our hot drinks, this spicy, fruity drink will warm your bones after a brisk walk or snowball fight. Let it simmer on the stove to fill your house with its spicy yumminess. Warm Old-Fashioned Eisenhut and Mayer Wien / Photolibrary / Getty Images Picture it: A roaring fire. Christmas Vacation on the TV. A pile of crumpled wrapping paper. A snuggly throw. The only thing missing is this classic cocktail, now warmed up for the longest winter night.
Enjoy responsibly, my friends. And best wishes for a happy and safe holiday!  So, summer is in full swing. And if your entertaining menu is in need of a refresh, we've picked our top five cocktails from our friends from Williams-Sonoma to add to your rotation. Whatever your taste, citrus, bubbly, herbal, fruity, these cocktails are sure to please any crowd. Or just you and your bff on a random Wednesday night. Also shop our essentials in barware, accessories and gadgets also from WS and get 20% off your order with code FRIENDS.
All recipes from Williams-Sonoma. This post contains affiliate links and we are compensated for purchases made through these links.
Ok, so I have to admit, I didn't know the specifics of Galentine's Day. Much to the chagrin of my daughter's I do not watch Parks & Recreation so when researching for this blog I did not realize that IT WAS YESTERDAY! Ugh. Whatever. It's OK because the cocktail recipe I wanted to share with you is so good, you can use it tonight for a Valentine's Day celebration. Or just make up a new holiday. In Japan, Valentine's Day is specifically for women to give gifts to men. White Day, which is on March 14 is when men give gifts to women. So, there you go. Just go make this drink and celebrate the fact that you made it to Friday.  FR Distilling Sparkling Gal recipe:
1oz TX Whiskey 2oz Prosecco ½ oz Cranberry Juice ½ oz Blood Orange Juice ¼ oz Lemon Juice ¼ oz Simple Syrup Mix whiskey, juices and simple syrup in shaker with ice. Pour in to glass and top with prosecco. Garnish with orange peel curl. So, Super Bowl on Sunday. I mean, the Pats again? Haven't they won enough? Isn't Tom Brady like a grandpa? A fairly hot grandpa, but a grandpa just the same. Honestly, it doesn't really matter who is playing, the commercials are what everyone cares about. And the halftime show. And how many different ways we can eat bacon. Fun fact #1: Super Bowl Sunday hold the record for the most avocados consumed on any given day. Fun fact #2: Super Bowl Sunday also sees an increase in the number of emergency room visits due to hand injuries. I'll wait while you put two and two together. So, pro tip, use a cutting board for that guacamole. We want you to save your hands for bigger and better things. Speaking of guac, substitute it for the avocado on top of this Crockpot White Chicken Chili for an extra kick.  Image by Parker Feierbach delish.com I know you can go online and see all the Super Bowl ads in advance but that is cheating. In my house everyone knows that you can chat away all you want during the game but silence is required during the commercials. So, if you come to my house to watch the game, just be prepared. Lots of shushing will be happening. And eating. I can't wait to try this Pickleback Chicken Wing recipe. I'm telling Jeff right now to not drink all the pickle juice. Or the bourbon.  Image by Parker Feierbach delish.com You can't have a Super Bowl party without queso. My favorite recipe is here, but I cheat to make it a little easier and substitute Velveeta queso blanco for the grated cheese, half-and-half and cornstarch. Really, it's just all about the chorizo.  Image: www.thepioneerwoman.com Here's another recipe I can't wait to try. Not your every day sliders, these are mini French Dip sandwiches with that awesome au jus. Pretty sure I can eat about a dozen all by myself.  Image: Ethan Calabrese delish.com Now that we are completely stuffed, let's talk about the halftime show. Maroon 5 y'all! I'm so excited. I strongly encourage you to record it because you will want to watch it at least 2 times. Maybe 10 depending on how amazing Adam is.
So, let's recap: 1. Don't cheat on commercials 2. Cutting board 3. Queso 4. Maroon 5 on replay 5. Cheer for whoever is not the Pats #gocowboys We're always on the hunt for new and inventive cocktails, especially for the holiday season when there is so much entertaining to do. Simplicity is the key so you spend less time shaking and mixing, and more time drinking and mingling. We also figure there is no need to reinvent the wheel and so consulted two of our favorite spirit brands, Tito's Vodka and Firestone & Robertson Distilling (makers of TX Blended Whiskey) for their recommendations on holiday bevvies.  Image courtesy of delish.com Tito's Cranberry Mule--A festive take on a good ol' standby. INGREDIENTS
 Image courtesy of Tito's Vodka Tito's Pecan White Russian--Vodka infused with toasted pecans adds a warm, smoky flavor INGREDIENTS
 Image courtesy of Tito's Vodka Tito's Harvest Punch--Bubbly and spicy. Perfect for a crowd. INGREDIENTS
 Image courtesy of Firestone & Robertson Distilling F&R Edelweiss--The addition of St. Germaine adds a slight floral note INGREDIENTS
Mix ingredients in a shaker, shake with ice and strain into a glass. Garnish with mint leaves and cranberries.  Image courtesy of Firestone & Robertson Distilling TX Toddy--The perfect remedy for those winter colds. But, don't wait until you have one to imbibe. We like English Breakfast for the tea. INGREDIENTS
 Image courtesy of Firestone & Robertson Distilling F&R Pumpkin Espresso Martini--Dessert and coffee all in one glass. INGREDIENTS
Mix ingredients in a shaker, shake with ice and strain into a glass. Sprinkle ground nutmeg on top to finish. Lastly, Kalen wanted to share a beverage that is a holiday tradition for many, wassail. This recipe came from my family and I distinctly remember walking in to my grandparents' house on Christmas Day to a house filled with the scent of apples and spice. It is a non-alcoholic drink, but we've recently discovered that it tastes pretty amazing with a shot of TX Whiskey.  Wassail
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Simmer apple cider and spices in large saucepan for 3 hours. Add juices and cook until warmed through. To serve, pour in to punch bowl and add sliced oranges. Serve warm. Happy Entertaining! Last week we co-hosted an event with West Elm Fort Worth where we created some super fun table settings for the upcoming holidays. We even got the crowd in on the fun! Thanks to West Elm and their team for the gracious hospitality, and to Williams Sonoma for the yummy holiday treats! Y'all, both of them have the cutest tabletop stuff right now, we had the hardest time deciding what to use. Check out the party pics and links below to all the great product. Oh, and all Tabletop is now on sale at West Elm, 20% off.  Whimsical Table Dapper Animal Salad Plates Fishs Eddy Scalloped Dinner Plate Gold Metal Charger Gold Flatware Set Luster Velvet Table Runner Distressed Metallic Dots Napkins Oblique Glassware Modern Brass Candleholder Reactive Glaze Vases  Elegant Blush Table Pop Art Salad Plates (extra 40% off!) Reactive Glaze Dinner Plates Square Dinnerware Rose Gold Flatware Luster Velvet Border Napkin Frayed Edge Placemats Bormioli Rocco Stemware Glass Ball Ornaments Bottle Brush Trees Glitter Garland  Holiday Tartan Table
Tartan Dinner Plates Snowman Salad Plates Snowman Appetizer Plates Hipped Glassware Distressed Metallic Dot Napkins Metallic Laced Placemats Promenade Flatware Set Felt Stocking (used as charger) Felt Mistletoe (used as napkin ring) Right now, it's Friends & Family Week at Williams-Sonoma too, save 20% through Thursday! This post contains affiliate links We've been setting a LOT of fall tables lately and thought we should share with you some of the details on where you can find some of these great pieces. We love to layer in festive pieces with china, stemware or other pieces our clients already own. Just add a fun new salad plate or colorful table runner and some accessories and you have a brand new look! This first table is more on the traditional side and all came from Pottery Barn.  Resources: All from Pottery Barn Charlotte Dinner Plate Watercolor Leaves Salad Plate Monique Lhuillier Glass Charger Bamboo Flatware Kenaf Table Runner Anton Paisley Table Runner Schott Zweisel Taste Wine Glass Monique Lhuillier Avril Coupe Glass Chester Brushed Candleholders Turkey Place Card Holders This client has an amazing Mackenzie-Childs collection that she wanted to incorporate so we found the perfect napkin and other pieces to coordinate. So cute!    Resources: Hammered Copper Charger--Pottery Barn Waterbury Leaves Dinner Plate--Pier 1 Pumpkin Bowl--Pottery Barn Teal Velvet Placemat--Pier 1 Buffalo Check Napkin--Pier 1 Gold Rimmed Wine Glasses--similar here Checkerboard Pumpkins--Mackenzie-Childs Our last table is more on the eclectic side, after all, that is what we do best! Don't you just love that pop of teal?! Oh and those amethyst glasses. So in love with this table.    Resources:
Rustic Fatima Dinner Plates--World Market Pumpkin Bowls--World Market Jute Table Runner--World Market Ikat Table Runner--similar here Hurricanes--similar here Amethyst Glasses--similar here Glazed Salad Plates--similar here Velvet Pumpkins--similar here Want more tips and tricks on creating these amazing tables? Join us at our next event at West Elm Fort Worth for a Table Setting Demo, sips and snacks. More info and RSVP here! You know that place you love to go to have a glass of wine with your friends? It has a relaxing vibe, eclectic decor that is totally different than you home, furniture that is both chic and comfortable and has neither cup holders or queso stains from last year's Super Bowl. Well, one of our recent clients wanted one of those exact kind of spaces in her own home to entertain, lounge and well, just be a grown up! Since her formal dining room was not frequently used, we transformed it in to a chic lounge that rivals the swankiest of hotel bars. "Waiter, another prosecco, please!" Before Even though there was decent natural light coming in to the room, it was sucked up by the dark walls and ceiling. By replacing the wallpaper and painting the ceiling, we immediately brightened up the room.  After Pale gray club chairs from Wayfair form the main seating area. We added mirrored panels from Wisteria on wall opposite the window to reflect the light and make the room even brighter.   We used a deep cobalt blue as an accent color on the neutral palette with this lacquered sideboard from All Modern. The Pottery Barn drapes are customized with the addition of a blue Greek key design tape and our favorite DIY dot painting also adds blue accents. Artwork over sideboard is from Virginia artist Juniper Briggs.      I think this girl has found her happy place. What about you? Do you have a space in your home that needs a refresh? We'd love to help you create your own happy place. Contact us for more info.  Resources:
Club chairs: Wayfair Lacquered sideboard: All Modern Mirrors: Wisteria Wallpaper: Hygge & West Drapes: Pottery Barn (customized) Bar Cart: West Elm Lamps: West Elm Chandelier: All Modern Artwork: Juniper Briggs This post contains affiliate links |
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