When decorating your home for the holidays, it's always nice to have a special area designated as what I call "little vignettes" for your party guests. It can be over the top, or just something simple and intimate. I found a few pictures from different websites of some vignettes that aren't just for cocktails but ones of special candies, desserts, and unique edible treats for those special family and friends. The ice sculpture is bit extravagant, but it gives an idea of something you can create in your own home maybe in a cute design like a Christmas tree or just a smaller version of a fountain. I just think the sparkle from the ice, adds such a beautiful effect to any holiday party, especially in warmer climates, since we don't get snow. Something I try to do is prior to Christmas, set up a very simple but special vignette for my family to have hot cocoa, spiced hot tropical teas or cider, unusual goodies, like homemade Churros, and even a huge plate of nachos, fresh fruit and dip, or anything that probably won't be served for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. We will sit around listening to Christmas music and wrap presents or if the weather permits, have it set up in the Lanai. Our backyard is 80% saltillo tile, an in the ground spa, surrounded by palms and other tropicals, so we will turn the on spa light, start the fire pit or the Chiminea, sit and look at the stars and just enjoy the quiet after a busy day or week. I love those special moments with my family, and whatever I can do to for them to make it even more memorable, makes me the happiest.
Here are a few very adorable items I found at Pottery Barn that would add to a nice cocktail party vignette...I just love the faux fur stole and the snowman cocktail shaker...oh who am I fooling, I love them all!!!
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| This is just too adorable, reminds me of a "Old Hollywood" fur stole |
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| These crystal and white light strands would add such drama to any cozy vignette area |
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| The wine stoppers are so perfect for the holidays |
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| Who wouldn't love a nice holiday cocktail made with this...he is adorable |
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| Santa outfit and a cozy scarf and hat for wine bottle, too cute |
