Deck The Halls With Winter Arrangements
Each of my children has a fiercely competitive streak that seems to reach its absolute zenith at Christmas time. They good-naturedly battle over who has the best decorated tree, the most beautifully wrapped gift, the tastiest appetizer at Christmas Eve dinner. This year they added outdoor decorations – specifically winter themed pots – to the competition. Since they all consider themselves to be the “winner,” they decided they needed an impartial judge – so they chose me because, in their words, “I write about that stuff.” While it’s true that I do periodically feature design aspects in these blogs, the truth is that I do not have one artistic bone in my body! What appears to be expertise in design is simply a recitation of what Jo Ann Prieto, Embassy’s seasonal color specialist, has taught me over the years.