Thursday, October 29, 2009

First Impressions

With most festivities happening indoors, don't neglect the outside of your home!  Greet your guests with a warm and inviting entrance that begs them to come in.  Set the tone for your holiday decor with garland, wreaths and pots full of wintry plants.  Be sure to think creatively and use unexpected materials like moss, magnolia and bay leaves, boxwood, and mixes of traditional evergreens. Texas winters are mild and great for outdoor entertaining - make your backyard a cozy retreat for family and friends by decorating your patio or loggia.  

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Home for the Holidays

Don't you just love the holiday season?  Hot cocoa by the fire, sparkling window displays at your favorite stores, and giddy children trying to be on their best behavior...  It just never seems to lose its magic to me, and this year is even better because it's my first Christmas with a baby!
 

If you love the holidays, but don't love getting ready for them - we can help! After an initial consultation at your home, our design team will create a custom plan within your budget to complement the style of your home.  We'll quickly have your home ready for the season so that you can enjoy it. We also offer our services for private and company holiday events to take the "work" out of your party. 

Book a free consultation now, because it will be here before you know it!   

 

Gretchen Clark
gretchen@gretchenleighclark.com

Hilary Campbell   
design.hilary.elizabeth@gmail.com

Chateau Mistletoe on the radio

Kimberly Schlegel Whitman will be talking about "Chateau Mistletoe" by Gretchen and Hilary on her radio segment next week.  Kim will be sharing great holiday decorating and entertaining tips that you won't want to miss!  Be sure to listen to her segment on Gene and Julie's morning radio show on 103.7 light fm and let us know what you think.