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contents & contributors

5 From Us

6 Gifts We Love Holidy Gifts Edition

10 It’s a Date

12 Required Reading

14 Hello There! Interview: Sophia Rossi

16 Book Club Redux By Meredith Yuskewich

21 The Curated Collection

27 A Perfect Event Interview: Debi Lilly

34 Word of Mouth Interview: Craig Kanarick

37 Cold Winter's Nightcap

42 On a Roll

49 Sharp Dressed Man

54 Portable Feast

72 At the Table

86 Gifts from Savannah

95 DIY Gifts: Infinity Scarf

96 All Wrapped Up

99 Unwrapped: Gifts That Made History

laure sanfordLaurie is a graphic designer

working for Resource in San

Francisco. Although nearing

30, she shows no signs of

maturing with a collection of Star Wars toys and

cats on her desk and will always choose beer

over wine. Her life goal is to travel the globe,

from the top of one point of longitude to the

bottom. Lines 120 and 30 are in the running.

Werner straube Werner Straube was

awarded Student

Photographer of the year

from Ohio Institute of

Photography and after graduating, moved

to Chicago to train under some of the best

photographers in the Midwest. He worked with

Tony D'Orio, Dennis Manarchy, Laurie Rubin

and Paul Elledge before taking on his own

clients. Recently, Werner has experienced

success in the editorial realm with many stories

in major national shelter publications.

betsy HaleyBetsy Haley is a food stylist

and lifestyle blogger from

Southern California. Her

work can be seen in print

and television campaigns nationwide. She

loves cooking, entertaining and collaborating

with other bloggers and creative types. See her

work at BetsyLife.com and BetsyFood.com.

Jackie clarkJackie is a graphic designer

in Columbus, Ohio. By day

she designs at Resource, a

digital agency in Columbus.

By night, her passions (okay, obsessions)

include French fries, chocolate chip cookies,

anything Dutch, anything vintage, old-fashioned

script handwriting, fashion and reading.

MereditH yuskeWicHMeredith is a copywriter at

the digital advertising agency

Resource. She loves to run,

but mainly so she can indulge

in her other hobbies of food, wine and scotch.

Her favorite word is ostentatious but balances

that with a penchant for science podcasts.

Born and raised in Ohio, she lives in Columbus

with her husband Matt and their dog Walker. 

Miller iMageryWhen not noted otherwise, photographic

services provided by Miller Imagery. Founded in

2004, Miller Imagery strives to provide creative

solutions for your photographic needs. 

You can learn more by visiting them at

www.millerimagery.com.

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from us

Jen + allison

In the months since our first issue, Katie became a

newlywed, and Allison became a second-time mom.

It’s been busy around here, but not too busy to celebrate

some amazing opportunities.

This issue, alongside our fun gift guides, you’ll also hear

from some pretty amazing folks—celebrity party planner

Debi Lilly, Hello Giggles co-founder, Sophia Rossi, and

New York Mouth CEO Craig Kanarick.

We also have some fantastic contributors again this issue.

Several of our all-time favorite bloggers shared their table

setting inspiration for winter celebrations, and food blogger

+ stylist Betsy Haley is back again with hands-down, our

favorite Turkey Day menu ever.

We’re thankful you’re here with us again, too.

Have a wonderful holiday season!

We Have a lot to celebrate!

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Gifts We LoveIn a last-minute bind? This issue, we’re bringing you gift suggestions

for a few of the holiday’s more challenging gifting moments.

Holiday Gifts Edition

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Bandages, $7 Urban outfitters

Hopside Down Glass, $22fred flare

Elephant Salt + Pepper Shakers, $48Jonathan Adler

Wine’o Bottle Caddy, $10fred flare

Allison, Features Director

Choosing the right amount of whimsy for a gift folks will fight for.

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Panoramic Photo Book, $84Pinhole Press

Primitive Black Wooden Toolbox, $44.99

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Waring Popcorn Maker, $99.99target

Katie, Creative Director

Curating thoughtful items for my first holiday as a newlywed.

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Peddler’s Village Apple Festival, Lahaska, PA

Four Corner States Bluegrass Festival, Wickenburg, AZ

Veterans Day

Queen Elizabeth + Prince Phillip 65th Wedding Anniversary

Thanksgiving

Holiday Ale Festival Begins, Portland, OR

First Day of Chanukah

Santa Lucia Day, Sweden

Jane Austin Birth Anniversary, 1775

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Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, Chicago, IL

Twelfth Night

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Loop Ice Carnival, St. Louis, MO

Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition, Rockford, IL

Martin Luther King Day

National Compliment Day

Zehnder’s Snowfest, Frankenmuth, MI

Blue Spring Manatee Festival, Orange City, FL

Groundhog Day

Florida State Fair, Tampa, FL

Chinese New Year

Mardi Gras Carnival, New Orleans, LA

Valentine’s Day

Presidents’ Day

Bun Day, Iceland

Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Alpine, TX

Academy Awards Ceremony, Los Angeles, CA

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A Truth Universally Acknowledged Susannah Carson

Book clubs may take many forms, but they can usually

agree on one thing: a respect (if not passion) for Jane

Austen. Want some insight into why her novels continue to

fascinate readers? 33 modern-day writers take on the topic.

required reading

The Back In The Day Bakery Cookbook Cheryl and Griffith Day

No trip to Savannah would be complete without a stop

at the Back In The Day Bakery. So it seems to reason

that no list of books would be complete without Cheryl

and Griffith’s cookbook. If you can’t make it to Savannah,

making their Cinnamon Sticky Buns in your own kitchen

might be the next best thing.

A Perfect Event: Inspired, Easy Elegance For Every Occasion Debi Lilly

Debi Lilly is inspiring. Every detail of the events she creates

is perfection, and in her first book she shows how to create

a memorable celebration on any budget. From black tie

events to backyard birthday parties for kids, Debi lets

readers in on a few secrets that make hosting your own

event stress-free and elegant.

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Tiny Food Party! Teri Lyn Fisher and Jenny Park

We’ve been obsessed with the blog Spoon Fork Bacon for

quite awhile. And when it came to planning our holiday get

togethers, the hardest part was deciding which of the bite-size

recipes to make from Jenny and Teri’s first book. We tried more

than we should admit, and can attest that you really can’t go

wrong with any of these mini munchies.

Icons of Men’s Style Josh Sims

Fads come and go, but great style is enduring. That’s

exactly what we wanted to convey with our article about

gifts for guys. This guide to the basics of men’s fashion that

have stood the test of time is a great reminder to shop for

classics and forget the trends.

required reading

Flair: Exquisite Invitations, Lush Flowers and Gorgeous Table Settings Joe Nye

When we were looking for guidance for At The Table (page

72), we knew right where to go. Joe Nye’s volume on the

subject of table settings is supremely inspiring. Even the most

formal events require a bit of fun, and that’s what makes each

of the occasions showcased fresh and exciting.

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What are the holidays about for you? Well, I celebrate Chanukah, then I go to a friend’s house for Christmas Eve. I think the holidays are more about thoughtful actions and spending time together and little thoughtful gifts.

What’s the best gift you’ve ever gotten? Last holiday, Zooey got me all the old Sweet Valley High books and Nancy Drew books and Babysitter Club books.

WoW. What made those so special? It wasn’t the price of it, because they were, like, four cents each, it was that she had spent all that time looking on eBay that made it so nice.

did you tell her that she has a lot to live up to this year? Yeah, I told her that she basically proposed to me. And I accepted.

last year Was the first holiday season for hello giggles. have you started planning anything fun for readers this year? We’re trying to find a great partner to do something fun around nail polishes, since [nail art] has been such a big part of the community for us.

If you regularly need a laugh, advice, inspiration or reminder of why you really (really) should be watching Downton Abbey, just go ahead and make Hello Giggles your default home page.

As the founder of the “ultimate entertainment destination for smart, independent and creative females” (along with writer Molly McAleer and actress Zooey Deschanel), Sophia Rossi is known for her sharp wit and tweenage tendencies. We’re thrilled she took a moment to chat with us about giving great gifts and what makes the holidays fun.

Hello There!Hello There!

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do you consider yourself a good gift giver? I do, you know I think there’s something about the pressure of the actual birthday or holiday that makes me stressed, but think overall I do like finding thoughtful gifts throughout the year.

have you ever had that moment Where you feel like you just nailed it? Yes! For Zooey’s birthday, I went to My Publisher, where you can make your own photo books. For about $75 you can make your own hard cover book for someone, it’s so sweet.

When it comes to shopping, do you shop more online or out at the shops? I definitely do eBay and Etsy, so I guess more online.

are you a last-minute shopper, or a Well-planned shopper? I think last minute. That adds to the stress, but after the payoff, you feel better about it.

favorite Winter holiday? I like Winter Break—it reminds me of being off of school. I can just sit on the sofa and watch a DVD box set.

favorite city in Winter? Paris.

gloves or mittens? Gloves.

small get-togethers or big events? I prefer a small little mixer.

buffet style or table service? I like it when everyone serves themselves.

do you like to send cards out or just give little gifts? We do that thing when everyone gets a person—like a secret santa or white elephant.

What is your all-time favorite holiday cookie to make? I love a sugar cookie. Plain—no icing, no sprinkles.

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Written by Meredith YuskewichPaper design by Jackie Clark

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Invite RightFirst things first. Invitations. Sure a mass text or

email blast will do, but to incite the proper anticipation,

send a proper invitation.

Book Club Redux

Cookbook Club

So much food, so much time. Have everyone bring their favorite recipe from the book of

the month. Then learn a little about the author and what motivated their recipe choices.

Williams-Sonoma even offers in-store cookbook club gatherings!

International Delights

Every month read a book set in a different country. Then pair food, wine and music accordingly.

Some suggestions we love:

The Tiger's Wife, Teá Obreht (Croatia)

The Unbearable Lightness of Being, Milan Kundera (Prague)

And the mother of all international books, Eat Pray Love, Elizabeth Gilbert (Italy, India, Bali)

Theme PartyNo, we’re not talking costumes, but we are talking

giving your club a motif makeover. Whether it’s a

different subject each month or a year-long

supertheme, they’re a great way to guide discussion,

book selection and, potentially most importantly, the

food and drink options.

Here are just a few subject suggestions:

It’s time to close the book on the boring literary leagues. Grab your

glass of wine and get ready for spicy ways to spruce up book club.

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Greatest Hits

Work your way through the best of a particular author. You could choose a poet, a novelist

(we can’t get enough of F. Scott Fitzgerald), or a biographer.

Mini Series

Stick to a series. Our personal favorite? The Great Food Series from Penguin Books. Not only are

the covers breathtaking, but they are sharp, witty and feature the most delectable recipes (and writing,

of course). We made Eliza Acton’s Poor Author’s Pudding for our gathering, and it was splendid.

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All the Small ThingsThe beauty is truly in the details when hosting

a stylish gathering. There’s no need to go over

the top with decorations, but elegant napkins,

chic serving dishes and charming accents like

designed discussion guides will make the moment

memorable. We went with mix-and-match vintage

teacups and Literary Correspondance Napkins

from Anthropologie.

Be a FoodieGet beyond the wine and cheese. We never thought

we’d hear ourselves say that either. But whether it’s a

cottage loaf to go with J.K. Rowling’s new book

The Casual Vacancy or an easy comforting soup for

a cozy winter’s read, good things can happen when

you think outside the cheese board. Not skillful in

the kitchen? Even details can be ordered in. We had

chocolate-dipped tea cookies delivered from Xocolatt

Chocolates, then added our own custom tea tags.

Consider this your formal invitation to a new era of better, beautiful book clubs.

Do Yourself a FavorFavors aren’t just for baby showers and

weddings—although we love those too.

Something as small as a bookmark or tea

light candle will leave all of your guests with

something to remember. We designed

special bookplates for each of our guests

to prevent a book swap mix-up.

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We had so much fun with our Collection article last time, we decided to

make it a recurring feature! Giving collected items is a great way to surprise

someone special who may be hard to shop for. Once you have a theme, it’s

also an easy way to shop year ‘round, collecting gifts as you find them. Here

are a few of our favorite treasures, lovingly curated and ready to give.

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Curated Collection

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ArtWhether they love illustrations, photography or paintings,

there are lots of online sources for affordable art. We love discovering

artists on Etsy and Pinterest, then picking up a signed print or two. And

forget the frames—it can be a tricky decision to make for someone else.

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Costume JewelryBoutiques, thrift stores and antique fairs are all great places

to find unique and sparkly gems. Go for a color theme

(turquoise! pearls!), or mix it up. And give them a hand—

hand models (found at most art supply shops) are a fun

way to give and display the items.

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Tea Towels We can’t get enough of unique tea towels.

They’re basically art you can use every day. Find a theme or a color (we went

for Royal Wedding and Diamond Jubilee towels) and stock up. Better yet?

Present them in a shiny pot or pan they can use to cook up something tasty.

Ornaments Whenever we spot vintage glass

ornaments, we scoop them up. They make great tie-offs when

wrapping, but they can also be a festive gift themselves. A collection

of mismatched ornaments is the perfect winter housewarming gift,

or a sweet way to welcome a new neighbor.

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Photos by Werner Straube

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A Perfect Event

The moment you enter the storefront of A Perfect Event in Lakeview, downtown chicago, you feel inspired. The headquarters for celebrity event planner and author Debi Lilly and her team, the shop is inviting, cheery and filled with things you just want to touch.

Debi is the author of A Perfect Event: Inspired, Easy Elegance For Every Occasion, and has just launched her e-magazine at APerfectEvent.com

We pinched ourselves when we had the opportunity to visit, spend the morning with, and get a DiY tutorial from Debi and designer catherine fitzpatrick.

YoU tALk ABoUt YoUr LovE of EntErtAininG in tHE introDUction of YoUr Book. WHAt’S YoUr fAvoritE PArt of tHE ProcESS?The creativity is so much fun. i’ve never been good at anything that doesn’t have a creative bent to it, like math, science—torture. Absolute torture. But anything that’s creative to me is so much fun, and i can hardly even stop the wheels from turning because we’re doing so many fun things.

A MorninG WitH tHE fUn, fABULoUS DEBi LiLLY.

YoU LovE tHE BrAinStorMinG? oh, yeah. When someone comes in and they’re throwing a celebration, it’s so much fun to help them design something that’s just for that occasion. i really do feel like celebrations are something people don’t make enough time for. Everyone is so busy and working, and people think parties have to be expensive and stressful, but we strive to make it easy. i love that we’re a bridge, helping every single client achieve that.

WHEn it coMES to HELPinG SoMEonE cHooSE A tHEME, WHAt inSPirES YoU?it’s funny—i’m always most inspired to always do something new. i feel like i’m documenting everything i see, because that becomes this really powerful tool book for all of our discussions with clients. i love traveling, i love reading magazines—that’s a huge source of inspiration.

The e-magazine craze is so wonderful, because you can search for anything. You can go into Pinterest and search anything. But i’m also an old-school girl who subscribes to all the traditional magazines. When i get on an airplane, i’m the crazy person who’s carrying a bag of

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“Everyone is so busy and working, and people think

parties have to be expensive and stressful, but we strive

to make it easy.”

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thirty magazines—because i have no other time to read them—and i sit on the plane, tearing everything out. And people always ask, “What do you do for a living?” Because it’s obnoxious, the tearing, tearing, tearing. But i love to create files, like holidays, kids parties, flowers and recipes. it’s a great way for someone who maybe doesn’t feel like they’re very creative to help inspire them and get great ideas for entertaining.

WHEn it coMES to GEttinG rEADY for An EvEnt, HoW MUcH iS PLAnninG AnD HoW MUcH iS iMProviSAtion?i would say it’s probably 95% planning, and 5% improve. it’s a great deal of planning because there is always something that comes up that changes something—like a vendor’s late or ten more guests show up, or it was supposed to be beautiful out and now it’s a downpour. So i think we overcompensate for everything. You have to have contingency plans—especially in chicago. i sometimes wish i lived in Palm Springs where you know you’re going to always have sunshine.

in tHE Book, YoU HiGHLiGHt A Lot of PErSonAL toUcHES, LikE cUStoM PrintED nAPkinS AnD MonoGrAMMED EMBroiDErY. WHAt ArE SoME of YoUr fAvoritES?i love anything personalized. it creates a very thoughtful event and creates something that’s very touching and memorable.

i love monogrammed napkins, which you can order from a party store like ours, and in the book we teach you how you can do it yourself with just a rubber stamp.

i’m also drawn to anything that’s an easy family craft. The rubberstamping is something that’s really easy for kids to do. They don’t have to look perfect—it took me a long time to get over that—but i have learned that it’s more important that the kids are a part of something and that we’re spending time together. And at the party, the kids have such pride that they helped.

WHEn YoU’rE WorkinG WitHin A BUDGEt, WHErE Do YoU SPLUrGE, AnD WHEn Do YoU PULL BAck?in terms of where to spend, catering is a big thing. And people will remember a great first impression. it doesn’t have to be expensive, but go for pops of color, go for a few great things. You don’t have to have it everywhere, but something when people walk in will create a memory when your guests arrive.

You can save more on things like the bar. We often recommend a client with a budget doesn’t have a fully stocked bar. You don’t need to have every liquor out there, kind of like you did ten years ago. now it’s all about the specialty cocktails. in the book we have that fun muddling bar where you set up all these berries and fruits and just vodka. it’s interactive, it creates that “wow” and it gets people talking and mingling.

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it’S HArD, WHEn YoU’rE HoStinG An EvEnt, to EnJoY it YoUrSELf. AnY tiPS on LEttinG Go AnD connEctinG WitH GUEStS?Yes. i think this is incredibly important because this is where a lot of people go wrong. first of all, do everything possible that you can in advance. Make the food in advance, set the table and clean in advance. So that the day of the party, you’re only doing what you absolutely have to do day-of.

i worked with two french caterers, who moved here from france. Every menu they did was beef tenderloin, served at room temperature. These were french chefs, and it really taught me something. You do not need to be slaving in the kitchen right before. Put a roast in the oven, and just pull it out when your guests come in and all your work is done. You can serve so many things at room temperature. Buffets are something you can set in advance, and are also a great first impression. it allows for the host to be in the party.

People don’t realize that they’re the viP. They need to be the ones greeting people at the

door. if you’re stressed, your guest won’t enjoy themselves either.

And then the last thing is, you have no idea how many times people will come an hour early. it happens all the time—people misjudge the traffic. So have everything—including yourself—ready an hour ahead of time.

YoU HAvE tHE Book AnD MAGAzinE, AnYtHinG ELSE on tHE Horizon?We will be publishing our online magazine quarterly, so the next issue will be november first, and then January first.

Every week, we’re doing the most beautiful things, and i love social media but you can’t share as much. This is such a wonderful way to not only share what we’re doing, but at the same time share what other artisans and tastemakers around the world are doing. it was so great being in france this summer, and having this vehicle so that when i met someone, i could say, “Do you mind if we feature this in our magazine?” i think it’s such a cool new way to get ideas.

WHAT you’LL NEED:Glass candle holdersSpray frost (available at most craft stores)A pillar candleribbon

Step 1: cover your workspace with something disposable if you don’t want the spray to get on your work surface. Drop a candle in the cylinder.

Step 2: Spray the frost on the glass cylinder. You really can’t mess this up. The more you spray, the more frosted the look, so just stop spraying when you’re happy with it. Allow it to dry for a couple of hours.

Step 3: tie a ribbon around the base of the cylinder. You can tie a bow, a loop (shown here), or even use double-stick tape to just do a band or two.

That’s it! When you light your candle, it will sparkle and glow through the frosting, and when you’re finished, you can even scrub the frost off with warm soapy water.

DiY: frosted candle HoldersThese so-easy-you-won’t-believe-it glass holders are featured on the holiday table Debi set for us. They’re perfect for winter get-togethers and take no time at all.

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Photos by CraiG KaNariCK

word of Mouthdeliriously delicious gifts for absolutely everyone.

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ost of our days revolve around food—

preparing it, eating it…well, okay, mainly eating

it. We love food. The smell, the taste, the color.

It’s one of our favorite gifts to give and to get.

One look at the offerings of New York Mouth—a

Brooklyn-based curator of culinary wonders—and

we were smitten.

We spoke with CEO Craig Kanarick about the

inspiration for New York Mouth, their remarkable

assortment and that amazing photography.

Where did the idea for NYM come from?

It really came from the opportunities I sensed

after a visit to a small gourmet butcher shop in

Brooklyn. In addition to being a great butcher

shop and cheese shop, they also carried

packaged goods from around NY, around the

country and around the world. And they also

made their own items like kale chips, jelly, spiced

nuts and beef jerky.

I thought, “How can I get these things without

having to go all the way out there every

weekend?” It was really very selfish.

It’s clear that people have an unbelievable

fascination with a new movement in food—

the indie food movement. The evidence is

everywhere—from the enormous amount of the

shows on television about cooking and food to all

the green markets and farmers markets popping

up around the country. It’s clear that

food has become a really become important

cultural phenomenon—more so than it has in a

really long time.

Obviously you take great care in choosing products for your assortment.

Why is it so important?

We’ve decided to choose an area where the most

creative, most passionate, most talented people in

food are working.

That’s really it. It’s why some music stores only

focus on indie music, and why some theaters

only show indie films. Curation and access to

that product is what gets us excited and we think

we’re not the only ones who feel that way.

Why do you think it’s so much fun to give food as a gift?

Well, everybody eats!

We say that this is a company for people who

have mouths. There’s a lot of enthusiasm for food

out there. People enjoy getting unexpected gifts

that are tasty and delicious. There’s such a range

of products that you can be really creative.

Plus, it’s fun to be able to say, “I found this

amazing bacon pickle that you’ve never heard of.”

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The photography is really distinctive. How did the idea of deconstructing the products come about?

I’ve been taking food photography for a long time. A

lot of our makers put a lot of effort into their packaging,

and we didn’t want to take away from that. But I

thought, if people are buying the food, let’s show them

the food.

There are a number of food web sites focused on

the packaging. For example, I love the illustrations of

Zingerman’s, but what it doesn’t do is make me hungry.

We wanted to convey that same sense of mouth-

watering deliciousness that the products create when

you actually open them up and use them.

It’s also why we have really deep, long stories about the

products and the makers.

are there any new items for holidays?

We just started carrying refrigerated products—ISH

horseradish, cold brew coffee concentrate, salami and

other charcuterie. It’s really exciting to be offering

these products.

What’s the one item everyone simply has to try?

If you really want to give a great gift, try the New Indie

Releases Subscription. Once a month, you’ll get a box

of the newest additions to the site. Who wouldn’t want

to receive the gift that comes more than once?

We also really love the Cookies Every Night

Subscription: each month, a box of at least 30 cookies

from 5-6 different makers. Milk not included.

If I had to pick one “WOW” gift that you really, really

have to taste, go for Papabubble Candies. Or Landmarc

Caramels. See? It’s impossible to pick just one.

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Cold Winter’s nightcap

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the ColorsWe were inspired by a simple tin box of cocoa. MarieBelle makes amazing artisan chocolates, and their brown and blue packaging felt modern and welcoming.

tiffany blue and shimmery silver make the perfect duo for a wintertime gathering. We started with a plain linen tablecloth, then layered a sequin runner from Etsy, and some bright blue accents.

In the mIddle of

WInter, it’s a bit of a stretch to serve fruity cocktails. So one of our favorite things is setting up a create-your-own hot chocolate buffet. We gathered some sparkly accessories, and set out all the ingredients for an evening of merriment.

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our background is about as do-it-yourself as you can get—homemade paper chains in an ombre pattern, with a few store-bought glittery snowflakes for texture.

Most of the plates and platters are from our collections. vintage silver Paul revere bowls, basic china plates and Anthropologie latte bowls go well together without feeling overly matched. We also combined an old-style scale for serving meringues with a Lucite votive chandelier for a high-low mix. celebrity party planner Debi Lilly provided the gorgeous mercury glass vase for our baby’s breath—it’s part of her winter collection at Safeway, and it adds just the right amount of sparkle.

the foodA hot chocolate bar is a perfect substitute for dessert. You can add bite-size cakes, cookies or candy, as well as a variety of cocoa mix-ins. for inspiration, we framed a couple of drink recipes and positioned them next to certain toppings.

When it comes to marshmallows, quality is key. too big, and they won’t melt at all; too small and they’re gone before you know it. There are a whole host of gourmet options out there—some even flavored for more fun. We like the vanilla variety from Three tarts. no matter what you choose to serve, be sure to make the hot chocolate in a large batch, and serve it in an insulated dispenser. That way you can sit back and enjoy being with your guests.

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the PlaylIst When it comes to a winter gathering, it’s fun to feature a modern take on traditional songs. We like these cold-weather classics.

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If you’re the type who prefers your wrapping ready-made, we’ve gathered our favorites for the season. So pick a color and go!on a roll

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Candy Canes from Paper Source

Carrie O’Neal for Igloo Letterpress

Carrie O’Neal for Igloo Letterpress

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RedsBright and cheery, these varieties add a

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neutralsLet ribbon and tie offs shine with these subtle yet sumptuous varieties.

Elves by Snow & Graham

Noel Italian from Luxe Paperie

Faux Bois from Paper Source

Bittersweet from Luxe Paperie

Holiday Cookies from Paper Source

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SHARPDRESSED

MANGifts for him–inspired by the classics

Okay, so getting him a tie for the holidays is a bit cliché. Or is it? With a little storytelling and a bit of inspiration,

you can give him not just an outfit but an ode to an iconic leading man.

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Paul Newman

1. V-Neck Sweater

2. Khakis

3. Chuck Taylors

4. Watch

Style doesn’t have to be formal. Mr. Newman made weekend casual crisp, effortless and as unforgettable as his steely blue eyes.

King of Casual

Pairs perfectly with a t-shirt or a white button-down.Men’s Double L® Cotton Sweater, L.L.Bean

The perfect pant. He can roll up the legs for a more casual look.Essential Chino, JCrew

Choose classic colors, like tan or black.Chuck Taylor All Star, Converse

Newman wore a Rolex Daytona, but moderately priced options are out there.Ansel Leather Watch, Fossil

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Paul Newman Frank Sinatra

1. White button-down

2. Dress Pants

3. Necktie

4. Fedora

The Chairman of the Board knew how to put on a show. The immaculately dressed singer and actor made black and white work on stage and off.

Perfectly pressed, preferably with gold cufflinks. Non-Iron French Cuff Dress Shirt, Brooks Brothers

The suit makes the man. Go for luxurious fabrics and a slim fit.Stretch Wool Photographer Suit Pant, Express

The quintessential plaid. It’s the only way to go. BurberryWoven Tie, Nordstrom

Try felt in black and charcoal, or select a subtle pattern.Free Authority Tonal Stripe Fedora, Nordstrom

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James Dean

1. Tshirt

2. Jeans

3. Black Leather Jacket

4. Aviators

The original rebel rocked a leather jacket like no one else and his effortless wardrobe forever immortalized him as a style icon.

Try an ultra-soft pima cotton tee for a luxurious feel.Stretch-Pima Cotton Basic Tee, Banana Republic

The same fit worn by the star in Rebel Without a Cause, modernized for JCrew.Lee® 101 Slim Rider, JCrew

A style icon in it’s own right, and can be worn with virtually anything.James Dean Special Edition Jacket, Triumph

With chic color blocking, these shades let you look good while you do good.Maverick Sunglasses, Toms

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James Dean Muhammad Ali

1. Black Dress Shirt

2. Black Pants

3. Loafer

4. Boxer Shorts

Earlier this year, the boxing legend posed for style house Louis Vuitton. One look at his impeccable taste and it’s easy to see why.

Sleek and powerful. Strategically unbuttoned. Black Brown 1826 Tailored Fit Shirt, Lord & Taylor

Fit is key. Go for slim lines and a flat front.Men’s Twill Dress Pants, Old Navy

Classic black, leather or suede, you really can’t go wrong.Bass Larson, Zappos

It goes without saying, doesn’t it? Have a little fun with a cheeky print.KO Boxers, JCrew

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A PortableFeast

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Going somewhere? If your Thanksgiving meal needs to travel, look no further. We asked our favorite foodie, blogger and food stylist Betsy Haley, to

pull together her favorite no-hassle dishes, and boy did she deliver.

THE FOOD

Sometimes it feels like you need a math

degree to work out conflicting oven

temperatures and timing. The whole point

here is low stress. Betsy has assembled

recipes that can be prepped ahead of time.

On the big day, just set the oven to 350°,

heat up your pre-assembled masterpieces,

then sit back and enjoy the festivities!

Genius.

THE SETTING

Grab your Coleman cooler, and get packing!

When it comes to storage, we’re partial to

vintage Pyrex containers to transport most

dishes. They go from fridge to oven to

table, and travel really well. Notice the plaid

blankets? They keep everything from rattling

around in the car.

We also included a few special elements that

can be easily packed and make any table

more inviting. The hand-stamped serving

utensils from Milk & Honey Luxuries are

perfection. They get lots of compliments and

encourage everyone to eat up.

For the salad, we broke out a few clear

Weck jars. It’s easy enough to pack several,

and this way each guest gets their own

portion. And we simply wrapped our loaf of

homemade bread in craft paper, and tied

twine and rosemary around it for a hand-

crafted feel.

Need a simple centerpiece? A few autumn

leaves in a basic vase will do the trick. You

can even have the kids pick the leaves to

encourage them to be involved (and expend

some energy before dinner!).

Spicy Tomato and Onion Dip adapted from Yumsugar

INGrEDIENTS

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

½ large tomato, diced

1 clove garlic, minced

¹/³ onion, diced

1 tablespoon hot sauce, such as Frank’s red Hot, or more, to taste

½ tablespoon sweet paprika

½ tablespoon chipotle chili powder

INSTruCTIONS

Combine all ingredients together, stirring until fully

incorporated. Serve with chips, crackers

or bread.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

What’s not to love about this recipe? It's super easy to make, plus, it doesn’t require any of the valuable real estate in the oven. It’s the perfect last-minute dish to bring to a holiday gathering.

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Sweet Chipotle Snack Mix adapted from Cooking Light

INGrEDIENTS

¼ cup sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper

½ teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon chili powder

1 large egg white

1 cup slivered almonds

1 cup unsalted cashews

1 cup unsalted pumpkinseed kernels

INSTruCTIONS

Preheat oven to 325°.

Combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl; stir

with a whisk.

Place egg white in a large bowl; stir with a whisk

until foamy. Add the almonds, cashews, and

pumpkinseeds; toss well to coat. Sprinkle with

spice mixture; toss well to coat. Spread nuts

in an even layer on a baking sheet lined with

parchment paper.

Bake at 325° for 15 minutes, stirring once. Turn

oven off. Remove pan from oven; stir snack mix.

Immediately return pan to oven for an additional

15 minutes (leave oven off). Remove pan from

oven and place on a wire rack; cool completely.

Store snack mix in an airtight container for up to

2 weeks.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

Roasted nuts just have a festive vibe. These you can prepare days in advance, and require no day-of prep whatsoever!

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Homemade BreadINGrEDIENTS

2 tablespoons yeast

2 cups warm water (between 95 and 115 degrees F)

5 cups bread flour (NOT all purpose flour)

2 tablespoons sugar

2 teaspoons salt

2 tablespoons oil

INSTruCTIONS

Start by mixing the hot water and the flour. Then,

add 2 tablespoons sugar,

2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons yeast,

and 2 teaspoons salt.

Add about 3 more cups of flour. Once it

gets too tough to stir, flip it onto a clean floured

surface. Now, knead away, adding flour as you

do so. Knead the dough for 8

or 9 minutes.

When you finish, put it back in the bowl and

cover it with a slightly damp towel.

Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 45

minutes to an hour. The dough should be about

doubled in size by the time it’s finished.

Punch the dough down then divide it into 3 parts.

Spray 3 loaf pans with cooking spray and put the

dough in. Let it rise again in the pans (covered)

for another 45 minutes.

Preheat your oven to 375 F.

Bake the loaves for about 25 minutes. A quick

read thermometer should read between 180 and

190 degrees. Pull the loaves out and place them

on their sides on a rack, after a few seconds

slide them out of the pans and onto the rack.

Let them cool.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

Bread is a necessity at holiday meals to sop up all the delicious gravy and sauces. Bread baking is actually easier than most people think, and even a simple loaf like this one will surely impress your friends when you say you made it yourself.

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Bean Salad with Herb Dressing

INGrEDIENTS

1lb fresh green beans

1 teaspoon Gourmet Garden basil

1 teaspoon Gourmet Garden parsley

1 teaspoon Gourmet Garden dill

½ teaspoon Gourmet Garden garlic

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

salt and pepper

1 medium red pepper, diced

½ cup red onion, diced

1 medium tomato, diced

1 can of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1 can artichoke hearts, drained

freshly shaved parmesan cheese

INSTruCTIONS

Steam green beans over boiling water in a

covered pan for 2 minutes. Rinse under cold

water. Drain well.

Meanwhile, whisk together basil, parsley, dill,

garlic, and balsamic. Season mixture with salt

and pepper to taste.

Combine the green beans with, red pepper, red

onion, tomato, cannellini beans and artichoke

hearts. Drizzle with herb and balsamic mixture.

Toss well to coat. Top with parmesan and serve.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

There’s nothing more portable than a salad. Instead of your traditional green bean casserole, why not bring this green bean salad? Gourmet Garden herbs are great during the winter months when fresh herbs are hard to come by.

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Pear, Prosciutto and Hazelnut Stuffingadapted from Eating Well

INGrEDIENTS

3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

4 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced, cut into ribbons

2 cups onion, chopped

2 cups diced fennel bulb

¼ cup minced shallot

2 teaspoons minced fresh sage

2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme

1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary

8 cups stale baguette, preferably multi-grain (not sourdough), cut into ½-inch cubes

2 bosc pears, ripe but firm, chopped

¹/³ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

¹/³ cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted

1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth

¼ teaspoon salt

Freshly ground pepper, to taste

INSTruCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9 by 13-inch

baking dish with cooking spray.

Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over

medium heat. Add prosciutto; cook, stirring, until

crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel.

Wipe out the pan and heat the remaining 2

teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add

onion, fennel and shallot and cook, stirring, until

softened and beginning to brown, 6 to 8 minutes.

Add sage, thyme and rosemary and cook,

stirring, for 1 minute more.

Transfer everything to a large bowl and gently

stir in bread, pears, parsley, hazelnuts and the

prosciutto. Add broth; toss to combine. Season

with salt and pepper. Spoon the stuffing into the

prepared baking dish; cover with foil.

Bake for 40 minutes; remove the foil and bake

until the top is beginning to crisp, 25 to 30

minutes more.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

What’s a holiday without stuffing? This can be prepared the day before then transported cold and cooked on location.

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Portable Roast TurkeyPrepare your favorite roast traditional roast turkey and gravy recipe up to 3

days ahead of time. Allow the turkey to cool, then slice the whole bird. Place

the slices in a roasting pan and cover it with the gravy. Refrigerate for up to

3 days. The day of, heat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the roasting pan,

covered with foil, in the oven until meat is heated through, about 30 minutes.

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Traditional Roast Turkey and Gravyadapted from Cooking Light

INGrEDIENTS

1 (12 lb) fresh or frozen turkey, thawed

3 tablespoons butter, softened

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage

1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

1-¾ teaspoons kosher salt, divided

1 teaspoon dried marjoram

¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided

2-½ cups coarsely chopped onion (about 1 medium)

1 cup coarsely chopped celery (about 2 stalks)

1 medium bunch fresh sage leaves (about ¼ ounce)

Cooking spray

4 cups chicken stock, divided

3 tablespoons cornstarch

3 tablespoons water

INSTruCTIONS

Preheat oven to 425°.

Remove giblets and neck from turkey. Pat turkey dry.

Trim excess fat. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin

from breast and drumsticks by inserting fingers, gently

pushing between skin and meat. Lift wing tips up and

over back; tuck under turkey.

Combine butter, chopped sage, thyme, 1-¼

teaspoons salt, marjoram, and ½ teaspoon pepper;

rub mixture under loosened skin and over the breast

and drumsticks. Place onion, celery, and sage leaves

in turkey cavity; tie legs together with kitchen string.

Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Place

turkey, breast side up, on the rack of a roasting pan

coated with cooking spray. Pour 2 cups chicken

stock in bottom of pan; place rack in pan. Bake

turkey at 425° for 30 minutes. Reduce heat to 325°

(do not remove turkey from oven). Bake at 325°

for an additional 1 hour and 45 minutes or until a

thermometer inserted into meaty part of thigh registers

165°. Remove turkey from pan; cover loosely with foil.

Let turkey stand 20 minutes; discard skin.

Place a large zip-top plastic bag inside a 4-cup glass

measure. Pour drippings through a fine sieve into

bag; let stand 10 minutes (fat will rise to the top). Seal

bag; carefully snip off 1 bottom corner of bag. Drain

drippings into a medium bowl, stopping before fat layer

reaches opening; discard fat. Add enough of remaining

2 cups chicken stock to drippings to equal 3 cups.

Combine cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water in a

small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Bring broth mixture

to a boil; stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil;

reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until thickened,

stirring frequently. Stir in remaining ½ teaspoon salt and

remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper. Serve gravy with turkey.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

Even turkey can be portable! Spend more time with your guests as the turkey re-heats! No more getting up at the crack of dawn, basting constantly, or spending endless hours in the kitchen. You could even make this with store-bought turkey breast and gravy for a smaller crowd.

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Baked Mashed Potato CasseroleINGrEDIENTS

3-½ - 4 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters

½ cup cream cheese

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup butter

¼ cup milk

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1-½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

8 slices bacon, cooked, chopped, divided

½ bunch green onions, sliced

INSTruCTIONS

Place potatoes in saucepan, and cover with

salted water. Bring to a boil over med-high heat.

Cook until tender, then drain well.

Preheat oven to 355° degrees F.

Transfer potatoes back to the saucepan. Mash

with a potato masher until almost smooth. Add

cream cheese, sour cream, butter, milk, salt and

pepper. Continue mashing until smooth. Stir in

1 cup of the cheese and half the bacon. Spoon

mixture evenly into a lightly oiled 3-quart

casserole dish.

Bake for 30 minutes. Top with remaining

cheese, bacon and green onions. Bake

for 5 more minutes to melt cheese. Serve

immediately.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

Why mess around with boiling potatoes the day of? It just creates more chaos in the kitchen and more dishes to wash later. Prepare this casserole up to 2 days before. Or, you can bring pre-shredded cheese, pre- chopped bacon, and pre-chopped green onions in Ziploc bags, then bake on location!

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Cheddar Crusted Apple Pieadapted from Martha Stewart

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Pie Crust

For the Pie

INGrEDIENTS

2-½ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for rolling

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon sugar

¾ cup (1-½ sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces

1-½ cups shredded sharp cheddar (6 ounces)

¼ to ½ cup ice water

INGrEDIENTS

4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling

Cheddar Pie Crust

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

4 pounds Granny Smith apples

¾ cup sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt

INSTruCTIONS

In a food processor, briefly pulse flour, salt, and sugar.

Add butter and cheddar; pulse until mixture resembles

coarse meal, with a few pea-size pieces of butter

remaining. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons ice water.

Pulse until dough is crumbly but holds together when

squeezed (if necessary, add up to 2 tablespoons water,

1 tablespoon at a time). Don’t overmix.

Divide into two disks. Turn dough out onto a large

piece of plastic wrap. Fold plastic over dough; press to

shape into a 1-inch-thick disk. Refrigerate until firm, at

least 1 hour (or up to 3 days).

INSTruCTIONS

Preheat oven to 425 degrees, with rack in lowest

position. On a floured piece of parchment paper, roll each

disk of dough to a 14-inch round with a floured rolling

pin. Transfer one round to a baking sheet for top crust;

refrigerate. Wrap second round of dough around rolling

pin; unroll over a 9-inch pie plate for bottom crust.

Gently fit into bottom and up sides of plate (don’t

stretch dough).

Place lemon juice in a large bowl. Peel, quarter, and

core apples; thinly slice crosswise, tossing with lemon

juice as you work. Add sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt

to bowl; toss to combine.

Fill bottom crust with apple mixture; lightly brush edge

of crust with water. Place top crust over filling; press all

around edge to seal with bottom crust. Using kitchen

shears, trim to a 1-inch overhang; fold under itself

to form a rim, and press to seal. Using thumb and

forefinger, crimp rim.

With a paring knife, cut five small slits in the center of

pie; place pie plate on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake 20

minutes; reduce heat to 375 degrees, and bake until

crust is golden brown and juices are bubbling, 45 to 60

minutes more. If rim browns too quickly, cover it with

aluminum foil. Let cool completely on a wire rack, at

least 4 hours (or up to overnight) before serving.

NOTES FrOM bETSY

Pie is the quintessential holiday dessert. It’s also one of the best things to bring to a potluck as you can always bake it the day before. Kick up your traditional pie recipe by adding a cheddar crust!

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Setting the table takes on greater significance at the holidays. The whole family is there—mother-in-laws included. You might even be entertaining out-of-town guests, so the pressure to make everything

looks special is heightened. We asked a few of our favorite design bloggers to set a place for us. Their inspiring

solutions will help make your next gathering unforgettable.

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PiMLico SEt tinG SoUrcES:

Large Green Plate: Kate Spade Rutherford Circle

Floral Plate: Villeroy and Boch, Shantung Silk

Small Gold Plate: Vintage Lenox for Marshall Fields

Orange Enameled Bowl: Vintage Reed and Barton

Gold Flatware: Vintage

Napkin: Thrifted

Place Card: Kate Spade

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SoUrcES:

Placemats and Napkins: Home Goods

Vintage Finds: Blue plate, cup and champagne glass

stefanie schiada, brooklyn limestone known to her readers as Mrs. Limestone, Stefanie documents the adventures of trying to live a well-designed life under the roof of a 100-year-old townhouse in new York.

‘‘ ‘‘i opted for a twist on the traditional red and green using bright red, fuchsia and robin eggs blue in a place setting with a simple sentiment placed at each seat.

i added the quote to the plate by printing on a transparency—it would be great to have different holiday quotes at each setting. Place cards are hand-drawn banners cut offset.

for the centerpiece, i spray-painted branches, and set them so they’re arching over small arrangements of coxcomb.

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SoUrcES:

Tablecloth Fabric: Robert Allen Crystal Lake Color: Midnight

Black White Ruffled Plate: Thrifted

Grosgrain Pattern Salad Plate: Vera Wang for Wedgewood

Grosgrain Pattern Bread Plate: Vera Wang for Wedgewood

Brass Pinecone: Thrifted

Gold Flatware: Thrifted

Crystal Wine Glass: Vera Wang Classic Crystal

Crystal Water Glass: Vera Wang Classic

Urchin Vase: Thrifted

rachel bishop, rachel bishop Designs

rachel is an interior designer, wife and mother living in charlottesville, virginia.

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During the winter months i crave the outdoors even more than usual, so i like to set the table with lots of natural elements: Greenery cut from the yard, a sawed log charger and nature-inspired accessories.

The brass pinecone is a thrift store find and i often come across similar items that could be used on each plate—a brass leaf, shell, apple, etc. in the winter i like to decorate with greenery rather than flowers and i especially like to use berries. They feel more in-season than blooms. i only use place cards if my sister is in town since she was the one blessed with pretty handwriting. Most of the time i think it keeps it more casual if you allow the guests to choose where they sit.

i love the bold print of the tablecloth. it has enough going on that you can keep the rest of the table simple. navy is one of my favorite colors lately and i love the way it looks with crisp whites, warm golds and fresh greens. Another way i keep the table from feeling too stuffy is by mixing finishes, colors, dishes and styles: navy fabric with black and white dishes, thrifted plates with wedding china, gold

flatware with platinum-accented dishes, rustic log chargers with fine china and crystal. none of it matches yet it all works together to create an interesting and hopefully inviting table.

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SoUrcES:

Styling and Paper: Loralee Lewis

Dinnerware: from Loralee’s personal collection

Photography: Blind Eye Photography

loralee lewis, loralee lewis paperie & Eventsloralee is a print designer and the party editor for babiekins Magazine. her clientele include The first family, Academy Award winners, new York times best-selling authors, and Major television networks.

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in my book, napkin rings, place cards, and chargers are the jewelry of the dinner party. Just as the perfect earrings can transform a simple gown, so can napkin rings enhance your table in a way you never expected!

for this place setting, i kept it simple with sprigs of natural pine and glittered pine needles, combined with a meaningful card from one of my paper collections.

Metallics are a current trend and i couldn’t decide whether to utilize my silver or gold chargers. instead of forcing myself to choose, i set one on top of the other to give a layered look. When shopping for chargers, i always try to vary their size by a ¼ to ½ an inch to give myself this option later. Another tip i have found is to add nature. Adding a pinecone or mistletoe keeps your table welcoming to guests. This is especially true when utilizing beautiful metallics, a common palette during the winter months.

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SoUrcES:

Dishes: Astier de Villatte

Silverware: Vintage

Napkin and Ring: Pottery Barn (old)

Glasses: Juliska

Small Box: Tinsel Trading

Candle: shopgreige.com

christina fluegge, greige greige Design offers a quietly stunning blend of ease and elegance to their readers through their blog as well as in their online shop.

‘‘ ‘‘Holiday entertaining is a way to fill your home and your life with wonderful memories—and creating a welcoming table is a perfect way to set the stage for family and friends to relax and enjoy themselves.

i have been collecting vintage silverware and Astier de villatte for years now and i love the way it looks mixed together with simple linens and greenery. Greenery and flowers from my garden are so easy, and rosemary makes the table smell wonderful when placed at each setting.

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SoUrcES:

Plate: Vintage from Goodwill

Tablecloth: Vintage Schumacher fabric

Silverware and Napkin: West Elm

Red Lacquer Box: Jonathan Adler

Stripe Ribbon: Vintage

Gift Tag: Rifle Paper Co (my favorite)

Ceramic Birds: Vintage

gen sohr, gen’s favorite gen owns paper+pencil Development, which specializes in full service residential design and construction.

‘‘ ‘‘i love mixing elegant vintage finds (goodwill, flea market) with more graphic everyday pieces (West Elm, target, ikea)—i’m always budget conscious!

i typically use an abundance of patterns mixed together for a modern-meets-traditional vibe. i’m a total sucker for any combination of red, white, and blue—and bit of whimsy makes me smile, like the ceramic birds eating salt-water taffy.

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‘‘ ‘‘SoUrcES:

Gold Charger: Personal Collection

Plate: Ikea

Metal Vase: Thrifted

Green Glass + Votive: Thrifted

Flamestich Fabric: JoAnn Fabrics

Driftwood: brought home from a lake in McCall, Idaho

Silverware: Reed + Barton

Gold Frame: Thrifted

Peacock Feathers: JoAnn Fabrics

Napkin: TJ Maxx

Leather Ties: Cut from some leather scraps that I had

i knew i wanted to do something with deep, rich jewel tones that are common in the holiday season. The color inspiration came from the flame stitch fabric, which i spotted at my local JoAnn fabrics.

in addition to the greens, browns and deep blues, there is also a gold in the fabric, so i played that up with the charger and the vintage vase. i like how the deep jewel tones contrast with the natural elements like the driftwood and the leather ties. The brown ikea plate and green glass goblet and votive holder were also purchased at a thrift store. The gold and the peacock feathers tie everything together. Autumn clemons,

Design Dump Autumn is a salt lake city-based interior designer with a construction-expert husband and three kids.

Savannah

�ifts from

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Every fall, we take a break from

our Hilton Head vacation and

drive about forty-five minutes

south to Savannah. It’s the

perfect walking town, with

beautiful squares shaded with

Spanish moss, and enough

shopping to fill more than a

weekend.

When you plan your trip, there’s

no need to pack snacks. If

you aren’t swayed to go in for

a comfort-food extravaganza

at Paula Deen’s The Lady And

Sons restaurant, then you’ll still

have lots of room for dessert

and one of the many sweet

stops in town.

For our holiday issue, we’re

showing off a few of our favorite

gift destinations—mostly in

the Historic District—and

highlighting some of the

souvenirs we brought back

with us. (Pack light—you’ll

want room to bring back some

amazing finds!)

Georgia

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JaMES GUNN

Fantastic fashion finds fill this

small space. You’ll discover

classic J Brand jeans, Rebecca

Minkoff accessories and

beautiful scarves from designer

Daisy Whelan.

THE PariS MarKET

If you’re planning a quick trip

into this two-level mecca,

you may have to adjust your

schedule. We could spend

hours browsing the home and

lifestyle offerings in this beautiful

shop. Head downstairs for

antique and one-of-a-kind

finds. And whatever you do,

don’t leave without getting a

glass of the infused water du

jour. Our favorite: cantaloupe.

Cotton ScarfSuper soft, this classic scarf

goes with everything and looks

great knotted or used as a

wrap. For an added touch, add

a brooch to complete the look.

$30

CirCa LiGHTiNG

If you read interior design

magazines and blogs, then

you’ve no doubt heard of Circa.

Filled with show-stopping

lamps and chandeliers, you’re

sure to find something drool-

worthy. And don’t forget to visit

the Annex space right across

the street—you might just score

a bargain.

SaTCHEL

You know that amazing new

leather smell when you get a

great new purse? Imagine a

whole store that smells that

good. At Satchel, they make

their own designs onsite,

surrounding visitors with

unique styles and fashionable

creations.

Small BillfoldA simple shape and classic

shade make this for-him-or-for-

her style a no-brainer. Super-

soft and worn-in, you won’t

want to leave home without it.

$25

NUMBEr FOUr ELEVEN

Classic and fresh gifts for

home and her are in this sweet

shop. Head downstairs for a

few sweet baby gifts, and be

sure to check out the original

paintings that line the walls.

Small Travel BagBold colors and a classic

design make this linen travel

tote the perfect place to store

toiletries on the go. We had

a hard time deciding which

pattern to bring back. $28

SCaD

The Savannah College of Art

and Design has an impressive

presence throughout the city.

No visit is complete without a

stop in their newly remodeled

shop space. You’ll find

gallery-worthy gifts created by

students and alumni, each one

a masterpiece.

Martha Enzmann TreeA natural addition to your

holiday décor, this hand-carved

tree was created by the 1999

Alumna Of The Year. $20

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ONE FiSH, TWO FiSH

On the southern side of the

Historic District you’ll find

this posh home design and

accessories shop. We have yet

to pay a visit without buying

something fabulous, whether

it’s the Union Jack pillow in

shades of grey from last year,

or this year’s find—a multi-

layered silver necklace that

looks sensational dressed up

or down. One of the city's

landmark storefronts, you’ll not

only be glad you ventured in,

you’ll be inspired.

Mercury Glass VaseThis shimmering vase would

look great as an accent, a

centerpiece or layered in for

a show-stopping vignette.

Available in three sizes, it would

also be the perfect way to dress

up a mantle this winter. $125

SYLVESTEr & CO

One of two locations (the other

in Amagansett, NY), this roomy

shop is filled with an eclectic

mix of gifts, accessories

and home furnishings. We

were drawn to the upcycled

sari blankets and the wall of

personal care luxuries.

Journey Trading Company Bicycle TableThese fabulous side tables add

a touch of industrial substance

to any room. We can’t get over

the pedal and gear detailing.

$1,450

SaVaNNaH BEE COMPaNY

This Savannah mainstay

distributes its honey to the

likes of Dean & Deluca and

Crate and Barrel, but for a truly

once-in-a-lifetime experience,

ask for the honey tasting. You’ll

be blown away by the nuances

of the different varieties (and

we challenge you to walk out

without your favorite).

Tupelo HoneyThe tupelo blossom only

blooms about three weeks

out of the year—weather

permitting. That makes this

rare honey even more special.

You’ll never forget the flavor.

Try it with cheese at your next

gathering and we guarantee

your guests will be happy. $24

BaCK iN THE DaY BaKErY

If you are what you eat, then we

are very, very sweet. This small

but mighty bakery case is filled

with cookies and cupcakes

and every bite is heavenly. (We

highly recommend the Oatmeal

Sammies.)

Tea TowelThe best partner gift for this

adorable printed towel? A

copy of the Back In The Day

cookbook—filled with amazing

treats for any holiday feast. $16Dessert Photo Credit: Excerpted from The Back in the Day Bakery Cookbook by Cheryl Day & Griffith Day (Artisan Books). Copyright 2012. Photographs by Squire Fox.

BLEUBELLE BOUTiQUE

Outside the Historic District is a

charming must-visit destination.

Next door to its sister shop

bridal boutique, this bright,

airy space is filled with apparel

and accessories for every

fashionable friend. From Tori

Burch sweaters (to. die. for.) to

Deborah Lippmann nail polish,

you’ll find something for her and

a little something for yourself.

Acrylic Monogram NecklacePinterest is filled with gold

monogram necklaces, but the

$400+ price tag makes us sad.

These acrylic varieties come

in fantastic colors like orange

and turquoise, and at less than

a hundred dollars, we ordered

two! $68

Photo courtesy of the Savannah Bee Company

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PYraMiDS

The small shop nestled in an interior design building

is chock full of small gifts—accessories, décor

accents and even some local food finds.

Low Country Jam This is like no marmalade you’ve ever tried. The

tartness of the lemon balances out the sweet

berries beautifully. Perfect as a hostess gift, or serve

with your next Sunday brunch. $8

J. BaNKS

I’m not sure there’s a thing in this shop we don’t

want. From art to furniture and smaller gifts and

accessories, it’s all fabulous. The interior designers

in the showroom next door have exquisite taste.

Assouline BooksWe’re a sucker for these inspiring volumes, and the

Van Cleef & Arpels edition is no exception. Get it

(along with something sparkly) for your nearest

and dearest. $25

hILTON heAD BonusWe couldn’t forget our favorite décor shops, less than an hour from Savannah.

SaVaNNaH BEE COMPaNY

Founded by beekeeper Ted Dennard, Savannah

Bee has become a local and national treasure.

Dennard and his team have taken a product that

few understand and made it not just accessible to

the masses—they’ve made it special.

Everyone who works in a Savannah Bee retail

shop or at the home office on Wilmington Island is

passionate about this versatile product. At a honey

tasting in a store, you’ll discover the differences

between honey varieties—and you’ll never, ever

want to buy grocery store honey again.

Beyond edible items (if you even make it past the

Honey Roasted Coffee table without trying to

sniff every bag), you’ll find the healing properties

of honey extend to body care. A customer favorite

is the Royal Jelly Body Butter, and once you try it

you’ll understand why.

The stores themselves are more than just for

shopping. Each is a chance to learn about bees

and the honey they produce, and even get a

demonstration after-hours from a local chef, artist

or health practitioner. It really is a great place to

take the whole family.

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Photo courtesy of the Savannah Bee Company

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It’s true, when giving gifts, that it’s the thought

that counts. And that’s especially true when giving

a gift you made yourself. This season, you can’t

go wrong with a soft, warm infinity scarf. We

promise—even knitters without a lot of practice

can handle this one.

Pick your shade.Think about what color the lucky recipient will

like best. Something bold and vibrant? Maybe a

classic neutral? We love the rich plum tone of this

lightweight wool.

Gather your materials.You’ll need:

4 balls. We’ve selected Knit Picks Swish worsted weight.

Two Size 6 knitting needles

1 large tapestry needle

Cast on:31 stitches

Work in:Garter Stitch—knit every row.

Add new balls at the end of a row leaving tails

at least 6” long.

You may tie a loose knot at the edge but you

will remove it before weaving in the ends.

Finish:Work last row, leaving about 24” of yarn with the

stitches still on the needle. Thread tapestry needle

with the yarn tail and, taking cast on edge without

twisting the scarf, put the cast on edge next to

the stitches on the knitting needle. Put tapestry

needle into the edge cast-on stitch and then into

the first stitch on the knitting needle and pull the

yarn through both and slide the first stitch off the

knitting needle.

Put the tapestry needle into the next cast-on

stitch and then through the next stitch on the

knitting needle, pull the yarn through both and

slide the stitch off the knitting needle. Continue

in this manner until all the stitches on the knitting

needle have been matched up with a cast-on

stitch and all the stitches are off of the knitting

needle. Make a small slipknot in the edge and

weave the yarn tail along the edge of the scarf

fabric for about 2 inches, stretch the edge, relax

the fabric and snip off the excess yarn.

Thread each of the yarn tails where the new yarn

was added and hide it in the edges in the same

manner as above, taking one tail “up” and one

tail “down” on the edges.

DIY Gift: Infinity Scarf

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All Wrapped UpFeeling crafty? Then get that industrial-sized roll of craft paper out and get

ready to see it dazzle. We’ve got five easy ways to take this neutral palette and

easily transform it to be the gift everyone will be reaching for.

one gift. five Ways to dress it up.

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Put A Bow On It

Select any paper you like—magazines, solids

or fun prints. We chose white, then added a

stitch detail with a Sharpie. We crafted this

bow with a little help from the tutorial on

100LayerCake.com.

Write It Out

Scroll your favorite message or carol

lyrics on plain paper, then trim it out

and layer it with ribbon for a simple

band. Not penmanship-gifted? You can

select your favorite computer font for

the same effect.

(We employed our friend Keith Tatum—his Pinterest boards might inspire you, too.)

Only Natural

Just because the warm-weather blooms

have faded doesn’t mean you can’t

add a touch of nature. Clip some pine,

boxwood (shown here), or even mistletoe

and tie it with a festive ribbon.

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Midas Touch

This adornment is a little something from

The Paris Market in Savannah, but you

can add any bauble—or a Christmas tree

ornament—to a satiny bow.

Circle Back

For a little tone-on-tone action, cut

out a 2-inch circle. Now repeat it

several times—we used 14. Fold

them in half and cut two small

slits near the fold. Slip

a small band of craft

paper through the

slits and tie the band

around your gift.

To: STeve McQueen

FroM: BoB Hope

When Bob Hope was planning his USO Christmas special in Alaska, he

asked McQueen—known at the time for his role in the television series

Wanted: Dead or Alive—to be a part of it. As a thank you, McQueen

received these gold, inscribed cufflinks from his host.

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Gold Buddha Cufflinks

Unwrapped Gifts that

made history

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