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Entertaining Effortlessly:
By Karon
November 1, 2011
As the busy season is fast approaching, Boxwoods is gearing up to help you entertain effortlessly! If you’re having a crowd this Thanksgiving, serving buffet style just makes sense. Guest can mingle and eat at their leisure, and you won’t have to sweat the small stuff. Have a few trial runs to make sure you [...]
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A Traditional Thanksgiving:
By Karon
October 20, 2011
Before the candy has all been counted and the pumpkins have shriveled up into gnarly faces on the front porch, I have moved on to my all-time favorite holiday, Thanksgiving! For months I have been planning my table setting, and this year I have decided to use some of my favorite color combinations. My house [...]
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Create A Seasonal Sensation Your Guests Will Remember:
By Karon
May 27, 2011
When planning a dinner party I could spend hours setting a table; whether formal or casual I have so much fun playing with each piece. I want to pick everything, so I bring it all out and begin experimenting with colors and patterns, layering different textures until each place setting is perfect. I may start [...]
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Spring Is In The Air:
By Karon
April 12, 2011
As the fresh air and warm sunshine of Spring start to make their approach, I find myself in front of an open window, listening to the cardinals and robins singing loudly, as if to tell everyone that the earth is awakening from its deep sleep, after what seemed to be I’m sure, the longest winter [...]
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Spring Entertaining:
By Karon
March 24, 2011
Warmer weather is right around the corner and here are just a few of our favorite pieces we hope will get you excited about kicking off your spring entertaining season. Beautiful white dishes are the staple for any table setting because they mix well with every color and pattern, especially all of the new colors [...]
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Light Up The Night:
By Karon
July 28, 2010
It’s easy to bring out the paper plates and napkins, but not every party or get together has to be a typical one. With just a little extra effort, your guests will be amazed. Use fishing wire to hang clear glass or mercury votives at different heights in trees near your deck or patio, then [...]
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Garden Party:
By Karon
May 18, 2010
Spring and summer outdoor entertaining calls for anything willow or rattan, like willow trays and chargers. I like to layer these with woodland inspired fern pattern plates and bowls, juice glasses and water carafes buzzing with bees, or wine glasses with a botanical motif, and napkins embroidered with the ever inquisitive dragonfly! Arrange small, individual [...]
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A Quick And Easy Fix:
By Karon
May 5, 2010
Need an idea for a quick outdoor side table? Just take a look around – your garden accessories can make great outdoor furniture. Try using a concrete urn, birdbath, or a small wire plant stand – even an old wooden step stool would do. Just place beside your favorite chair, and it’s ready for a [...]
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