PERSO N A L T O U C H ES Set the worn farm house

table, pull up th e m ism atched chairs, then pull out

your oversized

w ards off fall’s c

apa bear” bowls— keeping it casual

i

i. Help guests track their drinks with snips of different color felted wool or yarn tied

around the base of each glass.

2.

A cheese plate of fruit and honey is an easy self-serve appetizer. White cheddar or Gorgonzola are tasty options.

3.

Make homey recipe tags with leftover paper and felted wool or yarn.

4.

Let your guests truly share in the meal: Ask everyone to bring a

favorite pie for dessert.

5.

When double-washed in the washing machine, craft-store felt takes on a cozy goodness—perfect used as rustic table

runners; see

page 226

for details. 6. Candlelight makes any meal special. Held upright by whole spices, these candles glowing in glass tumblers

add a spicy sweetness to the room.