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May Tablescape with a Touch of Victorian Elegance!

April 1, 2018

The flower is the poetry of reproduction. It is an example of the eternal seductiveness of life. ~Jean Giraudoux May, oh May! Love and passion most definitely ring through our midst. Flowers bloom everywhere while birds serenade us with their joyful mating songs! This is the time to celebrate love and to honor our passions […]

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Late Harvest Festival Dining Table Décor

October 2, 2017

The end of October, the last of the pumpkins… the late harvest is upon us. What an amazing time of year this is. A time of endings and a time of beginnings…

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Baskets & Cherry Blossoms: Traditional Spring Dining Table Centerpieces and Décor

March 7, 2015

Looking for ideas for your spring dining table centerpieces and décor? Combining pinks, greens, eggs, baskets, and cherry blossoms… you can never go wrong with traditional colors and themes! Every component of this lovely spring table setting is detailed here. Feel free to browse and enjoy!

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At Holiday & Hearth our goal is to help families and friends create meaningful ways to connect with nature and one another. Every tradition and religion is welcome here. Whether you would like to host seasonal celebrations once in a while (like a May Fair or a Harvest Festival) or on a more regular basis, we have tips, tricks, examples, and resource suggestions to help you accomplish your goals… so explore, have fun, and be sure to share with our community your own pics and and ideas as some may even be featured!