Added on October 2, 2012
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christmas , creative decorating ideas , entertaining , holiday table , new years eve , party , Table Decorations & Settings , thanksgiving
Jesgordon Properfun Table Setting (DIFFA Dining by Design 2011) Table Setting Design Ingredients for shocking and bold tablescape: Furniture: Warm wood table for neutral backdrop. White sleek and modern dining chairs. Futuristic, bee-hive inspired white bookshelves. Gauzy light pendant. Dinnerware: Translucent glass or plastic trays with fluorescent trim or battery powered LED track light. [...]
Added on October 1, 2012
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christmas , creative decorating ideas , entertaining , holiday table , new years eve , party , Table Decorations & Settings , thanksgiving
Tablescape befitting a Sea Goddess designed by Marie Aiello for Resource Furniture (DIFFA Dining by Design 2012). Table Setting Design Ingredients for shimmery,glamorous underwater theme: Furniture: Lucite tabletop with cast aluminum legs dining table by Resource Furniture and Tord Boontje Coral inspired crystal chandelier. Dinnerware: L’Objet plates and William Yeoward crystal. Color Palette: Silver, sun-bleached [...]
Added on November 18, 2010
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The photo above is one of my all-time favorite design projects. The kitchen in question was a labor of love for my client as much as it was for me. My client was a baker, a baker’s baker. Our goal was to give her enough room, the right equipment and the perfect atmosphere for her [...]
Added on November 16, 2010
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The Crystal Bud Chandeliers add an elegant, feminine detail to this classic style kitchen design by Posh Living, LLC Crescent Chicken Squares 1 teaspoon salt 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1/8 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 (8-ounce) can refrigerated crescent melted and divided rolls 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 3/4 cup [...]
Added on November 12, 2010
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Warm, charming and inviting kitchen designed by acclaimed kitchen designer Johnny Grey. 12 Holiday Decor Tips Create a portable cooking station. Buy a low-height, compact camping gas ring that sits on any surface. This creates an instant cooking space. Most hardware stores stock them for the price of a take-away meal. If you don’t have [...]
Added on November 12, 2010
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Jennifer Gilmer creates a warm, elegant Old World kitchen design. Corn Soufflé 2 Eggs 1 Tbsp. Sugar 2 Tbsp. Flour 1 Lb. (15oz) Can Creamed Corn or Drained Regular Corn or Fresh Com off the Cob 1 Cup Milk Salt to Taste 1/4 Cup Melted Butter Papńka Pre-Heat oven to 350. Mix eggs, sugar, [...]
Added on November 9, 2010
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Beautiful, traditional styled kitchen in rich,warm-toned woods designed by Cheryl Clendenon. Award-winning kitchen and bath designer, Cheryl Clendenon, is always on the go whether working on various design projects or attending industry shows. The last time I caught up with her was in Chicago at the National Kitchen and Bath Industry Show – and from [...]
Added on November 8, 2010
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Contemporary kitchen design by Kelly Morrisseau at Cupertino Kitchen Design. Kelly Morisseau, kitchen and bath designer, and editor of the witty and informative Kitchen Sync blog, shares her favorite holiday pastry recipe for making what is sure to be a decadent, buttery and delicious holiday treat – makes us wish every day was a holiday. [...]
Added on November 5, 2010
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christmas , entertaining
Designer Joanne Fitzgerald’s Fresh & Fun Approach to Holiday Decorating Designer Olga Adler’s Delish Holiday Recipe: Mini Lemon Potato Latkes with Ginger/Avocado Creme Designer Andie Day’s Holiday Decorating & Entertaining Tips Designer Jill Seidner’s Favorite Holiday Champagne Cocktail Recipe Designer Cheryl Clendenon’s Guilt-Free Holiday Treat: Low-Fat Key Lime Bars Kitchen Designer Sarah Lloyd’s Citrusy Holiday [...]
Added on October 22, 2010
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Book Reviews , design , entertaining , travel
One of the few cities that I can still vividly recall from my travels as a young girl is New Orleans. The memories aren’t of the distinct architecture associated with New Orleans, yes, I can close my eyes and recall images of the bustling and energy-filled French Quarter, but rather with the mysterious beauty and [...]
Added on October 19, 2010
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Sweet Carolina Cupcakes at Coligny Plaza shopping center on Hilton Head Island.Cute and cheerful decor that fits so well with the joyful delight of eating yummy cupcakes. Tempting display of sugary treats: Coffee Cake cupcakes, Cinnamon Rolls, and Whoopie Pies. Sweet Carolina Cupcakes’ owner and baker of delicious confections, Holly Slaton. CONTACT Website: Sweet Carolina [...]
Added on October 8, 2010
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Craftswoman inspired and styled kitchen design by Sarah Lloyd. When we asked our favorite kitchen designers to submit a photo of their most beloved kitchen design project along with a cherished holiday recipe, we knew that Sarah would submit something as cheery, and fun as her personality. And she didn’t disappoint, Sarah tells us, [...]
Added on October 8, 2010
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Kitchen design by Jill Seidner Interior Design. Los Angeles based interior designer and contributing writer to the popular design blog, “Material Girls Blog”, Jill Seidner shares her favorite holiday beverage drink recipe –Champagne and Pomegranate Cocktail- along with photos of one of her favorite kitchen design projects from her design portfolio (pictured above). About [...]
Added on October 8, 2010
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Guest Post by Joanne Fitzgerald, Gatéga Interior Design, LLC Holiday decorating is one of the most enjoyable parts of the holiday season for me. It gives us an opportunity to refresh our homes with light, sparkle and scent. It can be approached as a family or community event and doesn’t have to be difficult, time [...]
Added on October 8, 2010
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This dramatic, and colorful blue and green kitchen designed by Olga was featured in the Kitchen Idea Book. Mini Lemon Potato Latkes with Ginger/Avocado Creme Recipe Makes 50 mini latkes Ingredients for Latkes 1.5 lb potatoes 1 medium onion, finely chopped grated zest of 1 lemon 2 tsp lemon juice 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 [...]
Added on July 16, 2010
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decorative accessories , dining room , entertaining , home decor shops
Katie, tell us a little bit about yourself. Greek living in London, investment banker turned interior designer, owner of furniture & home accessories boutique Coco Målé ((pronouned koko maaleh) originates from the word "Mahaalay" in Sanskrit, aptly meaning a palace), mommy to a gorgeous little Yorkie and on the right side of 30 (although barely!). [...]
Added on March 26, 2010
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Tori Tait is the fabulous Founder and Editor of Thoughtfully { SIMPLE } a lifestyle and entertaining blog for the DIY hostess. (Twitter: @HostessTori and Facebook: Thoughtfully Simple Facebook Fan Page ) Design Dazzle blog, edited by Toni Roberts, offers fun (and smart) design, decorating and entertaining ideas. The recent post “Edible Easter [...]
Added on January 15, 2010
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Austin Cake Ball – Absolutely GORGEOUS confections. One look and you can kiss your 2010 diet resolution good-bye. Follow Austin Cake Ball on twitter for updates and specials. ABCD Design blog written by Amy Beth Cupp Dragoo the fabulously talented artist, designer and stylist behind the bespoke stationary firm ABCD Designs Bespoke. Follow ABCD on [...]
Added on December 18, 2009
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Nest by Tamara Matthews-Stephenson Hostess with the Mostess by Jennifer Sbranti Food and Fun blog by Jeanne Benedict Beautiful Christmas cupcakes and Mini-Christmas Cakes from Cakes by Robin. Holiday table setting article from interior designer Catherine J. Avery. { STYLE & DESIGN – BEST OF THE WEB} Back by Popular Demand What is The [...]
Added on November 18, 2009
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True decorating divas would never be caught wearing bland, unattractive or heaven forbid, less than stylish kitchen or hostess wear. So imagine our delight when we learned about the elegant, glamorous and stylish aprons designed by Elizabeth Scokin of Haute Hostess Aprons. Finally a kindred couture spirit who’s shaking up the predictable, if not downright [...]
Added on October 1, 2009
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Decorating Ideas , entertaining , glassware , Table Decorations & Settings
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and there are many wonderful companies working to raise funds for the cure. One such company is Riedel Crystal. Riedel Crystal’s new Pink CrescendO, a set of 4 limited edition pink glasses ($70), was specifically created to benefit the organization Living Beyond Breast Cancer. Riedel Crystal will donate [...]
Added on November 15, 2007
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christmas , entertaining
Ice sculptures are beautiful but they can be expensive, some starting at $100. Now you can have the beauty of ice sculptures for a fraction of the price by doing it yourself. Our favorite ice mold comes from European Garden and we think it makes a spectacular Ice Lantern that will be a hit at [...]
Added on October 5, 2006
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Plan Ahead – Some items such as pies, rolls, and cookies can all be made a week or more ahead of your planned holiday dinner and frozen until you need them. You may be able to buy those items and others pre-made and also save yourself some time. Shop Ahead – If you get your [...]
Added on October 3, 2006
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christmas , entertaining , Table Decorations & Settings
Wide Slightly Shallow Container Floral Foam 10 pine-branches 3†-5†Diam. Orange candle (non-scented) 6 Slices of dried orange 4 Dried pomegranates—small 2 Mandarins– small 10—20 Cranberries 2 Cinnamon sticks Orange satin ribbon Gold glitter Spray Insert the floral foam into your container. Add water and allow the foam to soak for 10 minutes. Insert [...]
