Show time…almost

 

Holiday entertaining is fast approaching, and for some of us, this skill does not come naturally! The decorating and planning is the easy part, getting the food to the table is another story all together!!!

We’ve had very little snow so far and I think because of that Christmas has crept up faster than I thought.  I’m not as prepared as I should be.

We have our first dinner for family this weekend which has motivated me to get going.    The guests are picky eaters (like me!), so menu planning is dicey.  One doesn’t like fruit! and another doesn’t like most vegetables, most like rare meat but one likes well done. Therefore, the dinner will be simple which is a good thing for me!

My colour scheme is different this year. I’ve really leaned into the burgundy red/pink with fresh, natural greenery.  It’s simpler than in the past but it’s given me an opportunity to use dinnerware and table lines that haven’t been used in some time.

I also latched on to the “ribbons, ribbons, ribbons” theme using double-backed satin and velvet burgundy on wreaths, tied to the tips of the Christmas tree and around the greenery on the table centrepiece.  Another easy but effective decorating tip is using the battery operated, copper wired, warm white mini lights.  Fresh greens are readily available at garden centres and should last (or almost last) until Christmas.  I’ve planted my paper white bulbs and amaryllis.  Pale pink roses compliment the table linens and tableware.  And, of course, candles all around.

 

 

I want to wish you a happy holiday season.  I know it’s stressful, but entertaining is usually with family and thankfully they are not too critical!

Enjoy the season, xox Judy❤️