"I love it when I catch someone's reaction at my stores when they turn a corner and come upon something unexpected. Maybe it's something they didn't know they had to have until that moment, or it's the way we've displayed something that's a little out of the ordinary that they might be able to use in their decorating." --Mary Carol Garrity Mary Carol tries to guarantee that their trips are worthwhile by personally providing them with inspiration on how to improve their homes and decor. This book is the culmination of her many years of experience both selling tabletop and listening to her customers most-often-asked questions about entertaining. Nell Hill's Entertaining in Style is organized around the changing seasons and the holidays and celebrations that go with them. Nell Hill's is renowned for its tabletop medleys, and the book shows you how you can create similar effects. Also featured are creative party themes, delicious menu ideas, and tips to make every guest feel special. This book is ideal for people who are intimidated at the thought of throwing a party. It gives readers Mary Carol's tips and tricks for breaking each step down into a manageable plan. The book is filled with spectacular photography of the celebrations in Mary Carol's 130-year-old home as well as in the homes and gardens of her friends.
I found this book to have some good things and some so-so things about it. First, the so-so things about it: I wish there had been more home decorating samples (examples). Only a few homes were the focus. Although the homes were gorgeous, and the china settings and decorations were VERY pretty, I wish there had been more ideas shown under each Season! Second, please note that this is not a cookbook. The author does state this fact in the book. The very few recipes shown are not that inspiring and very basic. So please note that this is not a cookbook. Now about the good things about this book: The photos are stupendous! I own other NELL HILL decorating books and the photos are always the very best! Also, the homes showcased are very pretty (ie: romantic like homes) , as were the china settings and glassware and flowers.
Nell Hill's Entertaining in Style: Inspiring Parties and Seasonal Celebrations
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Another wonderful, inspiring, and beautiful book by Mary Carol Garrity. Now you must visit her in Atchison, KS. What a treat!
The Best of the Nell Hill's books
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This latest Nell Hill's book blew me away and I loved the other three. In my opinion this is the best of the collection. The ideas are fresh and different and the photographs are amazing. In this book, the reader gets more specific information than in her other books. The other plus included in this book are the recipes. Check out the Cream of Red Potato and Rosemary Soup on page 83.
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