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A slipcovered linen banquette accented with a plush velvet pillow complements a set of four painted dining chairs upholstered in a geometric print.
The dining table featured a masterful grouping of more contemporary elements such as the wooden charger plates and marble cheese board joined by formal china and elegant white linens trimmed and monogrammed in gold from Table Matters, one of the designer’s go-to shops.
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A closer look at the glittering setting
A favorite beaded tabletop tree was reimagined for the centerpiece. “We hung ornaments on this tree last year, but for this lunch we wired in roses, pinecones, sprigs of rosemary, and greenery for a feminine look,” says Wendy. “The pinecones will last all season, and you can change out the flowers or other natural elements as you desire.”
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White roses, pinecones, and fresh greenery festoon a beaded tabletop tree.
“When it comes to flower arranging, I find it’s easiest to start with a pretty assortment of fresh floral material, a friendly container, and water. It’s no fail if you keep it simple,” says Marjorie.
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The metallic-gold Nina Campbell wallpaper in JoJo Home naturally sets the stage for a Christmas occasion. by Jean Allsopp
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An arrangement of ‘Circus’ roses, white Oriental lilies, silver brunia berries, and poppy pods
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WINTER’S KISS CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL
Makes 1
INGREDIENTS
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- 1 raw sugar cube
- Rosé Champagne
- 4 – 6 drops artisanal citrus bitters
- Sprig of rosemary
DIRECTIONS
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- Put a sugar cube in a glass or Champagne flute.
- Add Champagne and bitters.
- Garnish with rosemary sprig and enjoy!
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HOLIDAY PARTY FAVORS
MATERIALS
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- Cocktail napkins, personalized with each guest’s monogram
- 187ml cans rosé Champagne (such as Francis Coppola Sofia Mini Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine – 4-Pack)
- Raw sugar cubes
- Bottles of artisanal citrus bitters (1 for each guest)
- Rosemary sprigs
- Strawberry baskets
- Cellophane
- Festive ribbon
- Recipe cards for Winter’s Kiss (see recipe above)
DIRECTIONS
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- Nestle napkins, 1 can rosé Champagne, raw sugar cubes, 1 bottle citrus bitters, and rosemary springs in each basket.
- Wrap with cellophane, and tie with ribbon, attaching recipe card.
- Tuck a sprig of rosemary into each knot.
By Alice Welsh Doyle | Photography by Jean Allsopp
This story originally appeared in Flower magazine’s November/December 2016 issue. Subscribe, find a store near you, or sign up for our free e-newsletter.