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PartyEtiquEttE15 tips to helphosts and guests

intEriorinsPirationa look inside theVesta home show

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From The EditorHome is such a central part of the holidays. It’s where we put up our decorations and put on

our favorite seasonal tunes. It’s where we cook our best dishes, exchange gifts and connect with

family and friends.

But attempting to get everything “just right” for the holidays can add a heaping helping

of stress to our plates this time of year. It can be a struggle to find the perfect dish to take to a

holiday party, or the right gift to give to someone special, or the best décor for an upcoming event.

That’s why, in this issue of Fix Magazine, we decided to focus on those potential stressors in hopes

of alleviating them for our readers. Our hospitality guru presents two scrumptious recipes – an

appetizer and a cocktail—that would be great to include in a holiday meal. We reached out to the

expert design team at Chestnut Hall for tips on dressing one’s mantle, and we spoke with the pros

at Holiday Décor about the kinds of unique Christmas products now available in the Memphis

market. We solicited advice from etiquette experts, and the team at Great American Home Store

talked with us about finding the perfect recliner. We even found a local artisan who graciously

agreed to share her secret to making a sensational deco mesh wreath.

We also drew inspiration from the interior décor found in this year’s VESTA Home Show

and have a look inside each of the five new homes. On top of that, we have regular features such

as an artist spotlight and a gift guide featuring local products. I hope you enjoy this issue and

would appreciate any feedback. You can reach me by email at [email protected].

Thank you for reading. We’ll see you next year.

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artist spotlight

maysey CraddoCk

Story by Sara P. Shirley | Photos by Jason Terrell

When Maysey Craddock isn’t work-

ing in her studio at a century-old former

medicine factory in downtown Memphis,

she might be found along the Alabama

Gulf Coast taking photos of the changing

landscape.

Her latest exhibit, which will be on

display at David lusk galleries in Mem-

phis and nashville in november, is called

Strand. The word Strand is German for

shore or coast. In the exhibit, Craddock

explores ideas of reflection and mirror-

ing in the places where land meets water.

Over the years, Craddock has watched

the coastal lines change form and has

drawn inspiration from her surroundings.

Working from her own photographs,

she uses tracing paper to form an artis-

tic image. She then uses paper grocery

bags sewn together with silk thread as

her canvas. She paints with gouache,

which allows for the layering of images

in veils. Her work culminates in a visual

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change and serves as an artistic docu-

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coast. In Strand, Craddock will also show

video/installation work and a series of

small drawings on mirror.

Craddock, who is a Memphis native,

has shown work in exhibitions across the

country, and she has worked as an art-

ist in residence in Germany. She received

her undergraduate degree at Tulane Uni-

versity in new Orleans, louisiana, and

has a master’s degree from the Maine

College of Art in Portland, Maine. In addi-

tion to her personal work, Craddock has

also become a champion for the Mem-

phis arts scene. She has been working

with ArtsMemphis, a regional nonprofit

arts granting organization, to build their

first granting program for individual art-

ists

Strand will be on display in Memphis

at David lusk Gallery from november 18

to December 23. The nashville exhibit

will run from november 11 to December

23. For more information, visit davidlusk-

gallery.com.


it’s that time of year again. Time to get

festive, make gift lists, decorate the

house … and brace yourselves for an

onslaught of invitations to office parties,

festive galas and family gatherings.

While some people relish the chance

to don themselves in seasonal finery

and play the social butterfly, others open

their mailboxes and see envelopes full of

impending doom.

If you fall in the latter category, relax,

take a deep breath, put on a cheery smile

and give yourself the gift of social graces

with these holiday party etiquette tips,

courtesy of The Southern Academy of

Etiquette in Memphis:

Be a faBulous guest u When you receive an invitation,

reply as soon as possible, says

academy owner and director Avery

Johnson. “This shows the host

respect and gives them time to plan

accordingly,” she said. If you have

dietary restrictions, it’s appropriate to

let the host know about them when

you rSVP. “However, please do not

give the host a list of foods for your

personal weight-loss regimen.”

u Don’t forget to bring the host a

gift. A scented candle, tree or table

ornament, restaurant or movie gift

card, picture frame or homemade

dessert are some examples of

appropriate seasonal offerings.

u “Avoid the hungry syndrome,”

Johnson said. “Do not overload

your plate during a party.” And if you

spill something? “Inform the host

immediately, apologize and offer

to assist in cleaning or pay for a

cleaning service if needed.”

u When entering a crowded party, if

the host doesn’t greet you at the

door, seek out the host and say hello

before mingling with other guests.

likewise, don’t forget to say goodbye

and thank the host when you leave.

u Follow up with a handwritten thank-

you note. “Handwritten notes are

simply more personal,” said Johnson,

who holds a certification in etiquette

by the American School of Protocol

in Atlanta.

Be a faBulous host u Avoid mental chaos and finalize all

party details at least 25 minutes

before your guests arrive. “Be

prepared to greet all guests with

a welcoming smile and not a tired

look,” Johnson advises.

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introducing guests to one another, Johnson suggests including interesting information in the introduction, as in, “This is Elizabeth Jones. She just returned from Italy” or “This is Bob Clark. He’s a history professor at University of Memphis.”

u remember that not everyone has perfectly manicured feet or matching socks. “Please do not ask your guests to remove their shoes,” Johnson said.

u If you have pets, make arrangements for them to be elsewhere out of consideration for guests with allergies.

u Set an appealing table. If you’re serving food buffet-style, Johnson suggests placing food descriptions by each dish. “Also, do not place scented candles by the food, as the scent can interfere with the

wonderful food fragrance.”

office holiday parties u The most important rule of all: remain professional. “Keep in mind

that you are attending a company event, and you never know who’s watching,” Johnson said.

u Watch the cleavage. “ladies, you may wear that festive new dress,” Johnson said. “Just make sure you are not revealing too much.”

u Do not drink alcoholic beverages excessively. You want your colleagues to remember you for your professional accomplishments; not your drunken attempts at twerking to “Jingle Bell rock.”

u Avoid too much business talk,

especially if clients are in attendance.

Johnson suggests topics such

as travel plans, holiday recipes

or traditions, concerts, plays and

current events. Controversial topics,

negativity and gossip are obvious

no-nos.

u Express your appreciation to

the planning committee and the

management team for hosting the

party before you leave.

The Southern Academy of Etiquette offers professional programs in dining etiquette, social skills and positive self-image for children and young adults. Visit southernacademyofetiquette.com or call 901-491-1866 for more information.


look for a style of recliner

that fits in with the rest of

your home décor. There

are sleeker designs for

formal settings and large,

overstuffed options for

ultimate comfort in more

relaxed settings. Gray is a

hot color this year, but tans

and browns retain supreme

popularity among shoppers.

Findingthe right reclinerfor christmas

Story by Sara P. Shirley

Photos courtesy of The Great American Home Store

there’s no place like home for

Christmas, and there’s no better

place to relax in one’s home than

in a soft, comfortable reclining chair. But

with so many reclining options on the

market, finding the perfect fit for yourself

or a loved one can be a daunting task.

Tracy Gibson of The Great

American Home Store offers five tips to

help you find the perfect fit.

Bring measurements with

you when you go shopping.

A recliner may look smaller

in a large showroom than

it will in your home. A bit of

planning before shopping

can go a long way to help

you find the right chair for

a space.

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A recliner and sofa don’t have to

match. Pairing a fabric sofa with

a leather recliner, or vice-versa,

adds a nice contrast to a room,

especially one with hard wood

floors. A pattern or pop of color

on a recliner can add style and

bring new life to your space.

lift chairs are a great option for

people who may have trouble

getting in and out of a recliner.

They come in a variety of colors

and styles, just like any other

reclining chair.

Taller- and shorter-

than-average people

sometimes have trouble

finding a truly comfortable

reclining chair. Most major

brands carry lines with

special sizes to better fit a

person’s build and height.

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This mantle, designed by the expert team at Chestnut Hall Fine Furniture

and Interior Design in Germantown, features décor that bursts with holiday

cheer, a rustic sense of nostalgia and Southern charm.

“We’re seeing a return to traditional Christmas decorations, and rustic,

woodlands settings,” said designer Stacy McSpadden. “I think when it comes

to decorating for the holidays, people like to go back to their roots—even if

they have a more modern style in their home.”

In this display, burlap and plaid ribbons add interest to the traditional red

and green Christmas palette. At the same time, the floral elements, which

were put together by linda Perry, include Magnolia leaves and a beautiful

cotton wreath. Different tones of the color green keep the look from going

flat, as do the varying textures working together in the display. Want to learn

more about this look or how to create something similar for your home? Call

the team at Chestnut Hall at (901) 753-8515.

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Story by Sara P. Shirley Photos by Brandon Dill

DiyDissatisfied by the quality of mass-

produced wreaths in the market,

Memphis mom Jill Troutman

decided a few years ago to start making

her own. She remembered making

wreaths as a child and watched online

video tutorials to sharpen her skills. She

visited craft stores and experimented

until she got her products just right. Jill

likes a lush, poofy wreath with snazzy

embellishments.

Jill learned to make a variety

of wreaths, from ornamental to deco

mesh to floral. She began customizing

her wreaths and gave them to friends as

gifts. As more people saw her creations

(especially her college-themed designs),

they urged her to begin selling them

online.

In September 2012, Jill opened

an Etsy store online and began selling

under the name Memphis Mom Wreaths.

She makes wreaths for all holidays and

occasions and accepts custom orders.

Jill met with Fix Magazine and shared a

few of her secrets for the holiday issue.

In less than an hour, she showed us how

to make a beautiful deco mesh wreath,

in four simple steps with about $30 in

supplies.

Begin by organizing your supplies.

You’ll need a 24-inch pencil work wreath,

which can be found online or at a crafts

store. next, you’ll need a high-quality deco

mesh, ribbon, and any embellishments

you’d like to add. Jill recommends 21-

inch deco mesh, 10-inch ribbon, and

4-inch ribbon to start. You’ll also need

scissors, a ruler and twist ties.

Begin by gathering 12-inch

segments of deco mesh and

twisting them into the inner

layer of your work wreath. Gather the

mesh in 12-inch poofs and go around

the inner and outer layers. Once finished,

cut the deco mesh from the roll and save

the roll for later.

Cut your slimmest ribbon

(2-4 inches) into 11- or 12-

inch strips, and cut them at a

45-degree angle. Tie your ribbon strips

into the wreath to add a bit of pizzazz.

Weave your 10-inch ribbon

around your wreath, following

the contours of the deco

mesh. Secure with the twists on your

work wreath. Once finished, poof

everything up.

Flip your wreath over and

weave deco mesh through

the back, so that it is covered

all the way around. Then, if you have an

ornament to secure on the ribbon, use

glue to secure it in place. For the final

step, apply a twist-tie to the back of the

work wreath, and use it as a hanger.

Display your wreath and enjoy.

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his year’s VESTA Home Show at Shaw’s Creek reserve in

Piperton showcased five beautiful new homes full of for-

ward-thinking design features. The Memphis Area Home

Builder’s Association put on a fantastic show that will inevitably

inspire new trends for years to come. In case you weren’t able

to see the interiors in person, we’ve put together a few of the

highlights of the show on the following pages.

For more information on the homes and each of the builders, visit www.westtnhba.com.

cool tones can be found in the kitchen, with a large center island painted in a distressed aqua. custom wooden beams in the family room follow the curve of the arched ceiling. A rustic mantle accents a gorgeous floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.

in the hallway that accesses the kitchen pantry and the butler’s pantry, an old-world tin ceiling dazzles guests.

interior designer Ashley toney of First Fruit collection decorated the walls with crosses created by local artisan emily McKinney of Keep the Piece. the crosses are created from found materials and handcrafted, so no two are ever alike.

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the rosewell is a home where you mustn’t forget to look up. An aqua Venetian plaster finish on the ceiling highlights the exposed beams of reclaimed wood in the formal living room ceiling beautifully.

interior designer Ashley toney brought her “modern farmhouse” concept to life in the rosewell’s master bedroom, which has a minimalist, yet rustic feel.

Floral wallpaper with a hint of shine speaks to the French country design elements found throughout the rosewell.


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Kevin Yoon

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Jason terrell

interior decorator

Decadent Avenue

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A decorative brick backsplash beautifully highlights the high-end custom cabinetry in the kitchen.

the custom brick fireplace in the great room echoes the styling in the kitchen while also creating a warm focal point for the family to gather around.


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the upstairs media room in the American heritage sets the scene for a true theater experience.


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Hamptonbuilder

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capel rugs home

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the large island and custom cabinetry provide ample storage in the kitchen. the bar chairs give the room a relaxed, yet refined, feel.

the hampton’s home office was sharply dressed by the design team at capel rugs and delivers a retro vibe with the leather chairs, pops of red and graphic floor rug.

A spacious spare/guest bedroom in the hampton has been thoughtfully decorated with the sort of rustic, cabin-in-the-woods styling that is becoming ever more popular.

cool tones on the accent wall in the master bedroom provide a peaceful atmosphere. the coffered ceiling and ornate décor create a sense of refined elegance.


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Highlanderbuilder

Phil Bryce

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Jason terrell

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ethan Allen

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the great room is located in the center of the home and accessible from the kitchen, dining room and outdoor living space. A large fireplace adorned with custom built-in cabinetry is the focal point of the gathering space.

An upstairs recreation room overlooks the back yard and has been dressed in comfortable fabrics to create a relaxed atmosphere.

Yellow walls keep the formal dining room sunny and cheerful.

the design team at ethan Allen did a wonderful job with the clean styling of this spare bedroom, which has been made kid-friendly through a nautical theme, yet still fits in with the overall look of the rest of the home.


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Price Hays

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theA large family room is made to feel larger due to the vaulted ceiling with beams. the pops of orange and texturally interesting topiaries give the space a fresh feeling.

the kitchen is light, bright and clean. the tile backsplash and granite countertops work well together.

light floods into the master bedroom from large windows lining the wall.

the design team at chestnut hall created a cabin-like feeling in this spare bedroom through the use of rustic, woodsy décor and a beautifully patterned native American trade blanket with matching throw pillow.

the master bathroom features a deep soak tub and large walk-in shower. the double sink vanity is completed with custom cabinetry.


Spoon TreesCut the stems off of a box of plastic spoons. I used 30 spoons and I would have preferred to have had at least 50, so perhaps buy two boxes. Spray paint your spoons in a color you enjoy. I used gold, and I also spray painted my cone the same color. After everything is dry, glue the spoons onto your cone. Top with a wreath decoration (can be found at a crafts store) or a bow.

Button Trees

Glue buttons onto a Styrofoam cone. I used hot glue so that I could layer the buttons on top of one another in an attempt to fully cover the cone. Top with a wreath decoration (can be found at a crafts store) or a bow.

Yarn treesFor these, just put a little regular glue on your cone and wrap yarn around it from bottom to top. The tree will look better if you keep your lines as straight as possible while you wrap. Top with a wreath decoration (can be found at a crafts store) or a bow.

Cupcake Trees

Cut the bottom out of the cupcake wrappers so you are only working with the pleated parts. Fasten the wrappers onto a Styrofoam cone. I tried two methods: hot glue and toothpicks. Both worked, but the hot glue was easier. layer the wrappers. Top with a wreath decoration (can be found at a crafts store) or a bow.

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Happy Pinning!

ChristmasAs i was perusing the Pinterest website in search of fun Christmas crafts, i came upon several lists of ways to create Christmas trees using styrofoam cones. some were wrapped in newspaper and others in ribbon, and i tried my hand at a few of them. Here’s what I came up with.


niki Flanagan and her husband, Da-

vid, knew they were going to buy

their soon-to-be new Hernando,

Miss., home the moment they walked in

the door for the first time.

“It was love at first sight,” niki Flana-

gan said. “We stood in the foyer and we

just knew immediately. We didn’t even

have to go upstairs. We knew this was

where we were supposed to be.”

The Flanagans, who purchased the

two-story home in September, had been

looking for a house that was the perfect

fit for their family since January. They

wanted a place where they could settle

down and create years of memories for

their 11-year-old son and seven-year-

old daughter, and they wanted to stay in

Hernando because they love the school

district and the city’s welcoming atmo-

sphere.

As they started their search, they

thought they had a clear idea of exactly

what they wanted: an older home on the

west side of Hernando Square. life, how-

ever, had other plans for them.

“My husband and I laugh now be-

why we love our home

the Flanagans’ home was built in 2008 and designed by Memphis-based architecture firm looney ricks Kiss.

Story by Erinn Figg • Photos by Brandon Dill ClassiCSouthern Southern


realtor Brian couch of Bob leigh and Associates realtors helped niki and David Flanagan find the perfect home in hernando, Miss., for their family. they settled into a five-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom home on the east side of the city.

cause this house is the exact opposite of

what we were looking for,” Flanagan said.

“It was built in 2008 and it’s on the east

side of Hernando. However, it has a real

charm about it, almost like a Charleston

[S.C.] feel.”

Designed by Memphis-based archi-

tecture firm looney ricks Kiss of Har-

bor Town fame, the five-bedroom, three-

and-a-half-bathroom house has special

touches that particularly appealed to the

Flanagans, including 10-foot ceilings

and 8-foot-tall doors, nail-down hard-

wood floors throughout the home, an

abundance of wood molding and trim,

a fenced-in backyard for their miniature

schnauzer, Jack, and beautiful landscap-

ing that includes magnolia trees and a

grove of river birches.

“When we bought it, you could just

tell the home was filled with love. Both

the hearth room and the formal living

room have fireplaces and it’s just cozy,”

said Flanagan, who credits realtor Brian

Couch of Bob leigh and Associates re-

altors with helping the couple find the

house. “It doesn’t feel too big. I didn’t


this custom-built, 8-foot-long dining room table was made from an old oxford, Miss., barn.

niki Flanagan said when she first walked into her home it was “love at first sight.”


want to have this massive house where

everyone got lost inside.”

She particularly loves the kitchen. At

the suggestion of the professionals at

Magnolia lighting in Hernando, she re-

placed the pendant lighting with outdoor

lanterns, which gives the room a distinc-

tive feel.

“I learned you don’t have to just use

outdoor lanterns outside, so we hung

them above the bar in the kitchen where

the kids eat breakfast. They have a neat

style and they add a little more point of

interest,” Flanagan said. “It’s also lovely

because I can look out over my sink in

the kitchen and watch the kids play in the

large side yard. We’re an outside family,

and they love to be outside playing.”

She’s also tapping into the interior

design skills of her friend Brooke May-

field to help her make the home her own,

and she describes her decorating style

as “Southern classic.” One of her favorite

pieces so far is the dining room’s cus-

tom-built, 8-foot-long farm table made

from an old Oxford, Miss., barn.

With the holidays approaching, Fla-

nagan says the timing for the purchase

of the home was perfect, as she and her

husband are looking forward to hosting

their families – hers from Texas and his

from Greenwood, Miss. – and entertain-

ing their friends during Thanksgiving and

Christmas.

“It’s an exciting time for us, and we’re

thankful and excited to be here,” she said.

“We love Hernando. We really could not

be in a happier place for our kids.”

outdoor lanterns (these came from Magnolia lighting in hernando, Miss.) add style and interest to the kitchen.

ClassiCSouthern Southern


pros who know

Holiday déCor

Story by Sara P. ShirleyPhotos by Jason Terrell

Tucked away on the corner of S. 4th

Street and Crump Boulevard, a magical

winter wonderland awaits visitors. Holi-

day Décor is a boutique offering unique

decorations for all holidays and special

occasions, but Christmas is its specialty.

During this time of year, every room

of the store is adorned with trees, orna-

ments, ribbons, candles, elves and angels.

The walls are lined with an assortment of

snow globes, nutcrackers and wreaths.

There are even a few life-sized Santas on

display.

Brothers Barry and Byron Holloway

opened the store last year. Barry said

he and his brother decided to open the

business to bring a greater selection of

holiday products to the Memphis area.

Before they opened, Barry said he would

drive to Dallas every year to buy decora-

tions and collectors items.

“We would make a trip to Dallas be-

cause we couldn’t find the things we

wanted,” Barry said. “The more we did

this, we started to think that there were

probably other people like us, and so we

set out to provide a better holiday shop-

ping experience in Memphis.”

Store manager Jim Jetton goes

above and beyond to help guests, offer-

ing decorating tips and gift ideas to all

who enter. And given enough notice, the

staff will go to a residential or business

Barry Holloway (right), owner of Holiday Decor and Jim Jetton, manager, pose in their shop on 4th Street.


Holiday ornaments from Holiday Decor on 4th St.

location to decorate for a party or event.

“We do offer decorating services and

everything is customized for the client,”

said Jetton. “Our customers give us a

budget and tell us what they’re looking

for, and we make it happen.”

Many of the store’s clients, said Jet-

ton, are interior decorators looking for

unique items. The store carries brands

such as Tyler candles, Katherine’s Col-

lection, Clothtique Santas, Mark roberts

fairies and elves and more. The selection

of artificial Christmas trees is impressive.

There are upside down trees, pre-lit trees,

half- and corner trees, trees in every color

and even a tree that creates faux snow.

One of the store’s high-end artificial trees

not only looks incredibly realistic but also

comes with a tree oval that holds fra-

grance oil to evoke the smell of a fresh-

cut live tree.

Collectible ornaments and a special

line of Memphis ornaments created by

a local artist line the shelves, along with

ornaments of seemingly every size, style,

color and pattern. The store also show-

cases a full line of Christmas décor in this

year’s hottest color: radiant orchid. no

matter the color palette or theme, Holiday

Décor has the goods. These guys are the

pros who know how to help you turn your

house into a welcoming holiday home.


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hospitality fixrecipes by Sarah Matheny Gordon

hosting a holiday gathering of family and friends does not have to be a stressful or budget-busting

endeavor! With a few simple tips you

can host a fabulous party that will truly

impress your guests.

After you have chosen your guest

list and sent invitations, planning a

successful holiday party breaks down

into three basic components: food, drinks

and setting the scene.

Plan the menu well in advance. no one wants to be rushing around or

tending the oven as guests arrive. A

successful party menu should have

only one or two dishes that must be

assembled near party time. The other

menu items should be basically hands-

off on the day of the party.

One way to achieve this is to utilize

gourmet prepared foods found in most

supermarkets. Create a beautiful

and delicious dish with store bought

ingredients and minimal effort, such

as crostini served with pesto, sundried

tomatoes, and olive tapenade; a tray of

fancy stuffed olives or cured meats; or

chilled boiled shrimp and cocktail sauce.

Dishes that require more effort

but may be prepared ahead of time

and refrigerated or frozen are also an

excellent choice. Some dishes that

freeze beautifully include pie fillings for

sweet potato and pumpkin pies, cookie dough and baked cookies and the crowd-pleasing Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip featured here.

Supplement your menu with Southern classics such as roasted salted nuts, pralines and cheese straws.

Consider the cocktails. A full bar with mixers is costly to set up, requires a lot of space, and usually results in wasted, unconsumed ingredients.

Instead, offer a couple of versatile wines, a choice of beers such as a light and a dark beer, chilled champagne, and a pre-made holiday edition signature cocktail. Guests will enjoy gathering around the punch bowl for sparkling rum punch or homemade eggnog. Warm cocktails such as mulled apple cider, spiked hot chocolate and this recipe for Mulled Spiced Wine leave guests feeling warm and merry from the very first sip.

Set a festive and joyful scene! Decorations and music are vital for creating a cheerful holiday mood in your home. Decorate early to enjoy the festive mood in your home throughout the holiday season! If you wait until the day before the party to hurriedly put up twinkle lights, it will take the fun out of the experience.

Decorations have greater impact in small displays located throughout the

home, rather than a large, central display. Create sophisticated, layered scenes without breaking the budget by picking up linens, serving pieces, ornaments, candles and artificial greenery year-round when prices are lower. Discount stores, estate sales, and garage sales are an excellent place to shop for these items. Get creative! Create centerpieces by filling vases with vintage ornaments, or collect fresh greenery from your yard, spray it with silver foliage spray, and nestle votive candles (unscented) amidst the boughs.

The week before the party, begin to create a seasonal playlist. In choosing songs, consider your guests and the mood you would like to set. Be sure the playlist is long enough so that the songs do not repeat. Or, play a holiday music channel found on Internet radio or TV music channel – just be sure to try it out before the party.

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to Plan a

Holiday PartyHoliday Party


directionsIn a saucepan over medium

heat, melt butter and sauté onion

until softened and golden, about 5

minutes. Add garlic, salt, and sugar

and sauté 1-2 minutes more or

until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook

for two minutes (this will create a

roux or thick paste that is the base

of the dip). Pour in the chicken

broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce

and whisk until well-mixed, then

slowly whisk in half and half. Bring

the mixture to barely a simmer, and

remove from heat. Allow to cool for

hospitality fix

Creamy sPinaCH artiCHoke diP

INGREDIENTs4 cloves garlic, minced

¼ c. white or yellow onion, finely

chopped

¼ c. green onions, chopped

2 Tbs. butter

4 Tbs. all-purpose flour

2 c. half and half

½ c. chicken broth

2/3 c. grated Pecorino Romano

cheese, divided

2 Tbs. fresh squeezed lemon

juice

1 tsp. Louisiana-style hot sauce

½ - 1 tsp. salt (to taste)

1 tsp. white sugar

(1) 8 oz. container sour cream

(2) 10 oz. boxes frozen chopped

spinach, thawed and squeezed

dry to remove all moisture

(1) 12 oz. can artichoke hearts,

rinsed, drained well, and

coarsely chopped

½ c. shredded or grated sharp

white cheddar cheese (can

substitute Monterey Jack

cheese)

This recipe bears almost no

comparison to the tired spinach

dip recipe made with vegetable

soup mix and mayonnaise.

rather, this recipe rivals any

spinach artichoke dip found in an

upscale restaurant. Your guests

will beg for the recipe!

Prepare this recipe up to two

weeks before the party. It can

be frozen baked or unbaked,

just make sure the dish is tightly

double wrapped with plastic wrap.

Thaw the dish 24 hours before

and bake on the day of the party.


mulled sPiCed Wine

directionsPlace the spices in a cheesecloth

wrap tied with twine or a mulling

spice ball. Combine the spices and

orange zest with wine in a heavy

bottomed saucepan over medium

heat or a slow-cooker set to “high”.

Cover and allow the liquid to come

to a simmer, stirring occasionally

until the sugar is melted. reduce

heat and allow wine to maintain a

slow simmer for 30 minutes – 1

hour before serving. remove spice

bundle, and strain liquid through

a fine mesh sieve if necessary to

remove any particulate. Add brandy

to taste. ladle into mugs and serve

immediately, or maintain on very low

heat or in the slow cooker on “low”

for 2-3 hours to allow guests to

serve themselves.

INGREDIENTs5 minutes, then stir in spinach and

artichokes, and fold in sour cream

and ½ c. Pecorino romano. Spoon

the mixture into a baking dish (any

size up to 9x11 inches works fine,

it just affects how deep the dip is

and how long it needs to bake)

and sprinkle cheddar or Monterey

Jack and remaining ¼ c. Pecorino

romano evenly over the top. At

this point, the dish can be frozen. If

frozen, allow to thaw in refrigerator

for 24 hours before continuing with

recipe.

Bake in 375 degree oven for

30-45 minutes, until the sides of the

dip are bubbling vigorously and the

cheese on top is beginning to brown.

Serve warm with toasted baguette

slices, corn chips, or the cracker of

your choice, as well as sour cream

and salsa or chopped tomatoes.

4 whole cinnamon sticks

10 whole cloves

5 whole black peppercorns

1 ½ tsp. allspice berries

2 whole star anise

~OR~4-5 Tbs. good quality mulling

spices

2 bottles of medium or full-bodied red wines such as Bordeaux or Cabernet Sauvignon

Zest from one orange, peeled in strips with vegetable peeler

¾ c. white sugar

3-4 Tbs. brandy

This recipe for mulled spiced

wine will spread glowing warmth

from tip to toe. There is a reason

many countries serve their own

version of this classic winter drink!

Don’t forget charms for guests to

keep track of their wine glasses

or mugs throughout the evening.

(Serves 6-8)


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