70 Deck the Halls
72
Fresh, Fast & Fabulous
Enliven
holiday decorating by bringing fresh
flowers, berries, and greenery to your table.
80
Well-Rounded Wreaths
With this trio of wreaths, you’re bound to find a
design to suit your Christmas scheme, whether it’s
modern, traditional, or simply elegant.
84
Poinsettia Pointers
Learn how to pick the perfect poinsettia (and keep
it that way). Then discover wonderful ways to use
this showy bloom as a festive seasonal accent.
88
Holiday Harvest
Nature provides seasonal elements for trees
and wreaths that can augment a warm and
cozy theme.
96
Outdoor Decor
These easy greenery and lighting ideas make
your home as warm and inviting on the outside as
it is inside.
100 C hristm as Treats
102
Sweet Tidings
Downright delectable, these sugary snacks and
desserts are sure to delight.
108
Simple Sweets
Dazzle and delight your family and guests with
these sinfully sweet (and deceptively simple)
chocolate treats.
116
Gourmet Gifts
Presentation
matters: These goodies are as
tasteful as they are tastefully given.
130 Festive Tables
132
Serving Up Style
A holiday feast should also be a feast for the
eyes. Get great, fast, and fresh ideas for setting a
holiday table to remember.
142
Blue Christmas
Prepare the guest list; then use our monogrammed
projects in shades of blue and green to make your
party a success.
150
3 Seasonal Settings
Take your pick from country, classic, and retro for
handmade dressings on your Christmas table.
160 Q uick-as-a-W ink
162
Jingle Bells
A favorite of all ages, jingle bells add a fun musical
note to your decor.
170
Graceful Garlands
Tinsel
and
beaded
garlands aren’t just for
trees. Use them to wrap your whole home with
holiday touches.
176
Blue Ice
Build your holiday color scheme on the crystal-
clear blues found in ice and snow. Just imagine
snowflake trims on packages, wreaths made of
clear blue and white balls, and stockings edged
with icy beads.
184
Wrapping Up the Season
Show your family and friends
how special
they are when you present them with a package
worth remembering.
190 Sources
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