Thursday, December 24, 2009

Atlanta’s Amazing Bloggers! They can cook, they can craft, they can tablescape and they can EAT! (Holiday Luncheon)

We were privileged to enjoy the company of some of the Atlanta area bloggers on December 11th for a fabulous holiday luncheon!    Come on in and join us!

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Step into the Foyer….

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Come on through the entryway to the dining room…

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See this little church, it is made of card stock and cut from the cricut.  My dear friend Angie made the front step. In honor of the 30 minutes it took her to fashion this tiny little step,  I wanted to make sure I pointed it out to you!

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Past the Powder Room

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Past the Butler’s Pantry…

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Through the doorway into the kitchen and keeping room…

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The Food was marvelous!  Everyone brought something to share and I can not tell you which thing was my favorite because these ladies all outdid themselves! 

Shrimp Pasta Salad, Chicken Salad packed with walnuts and juicy grapes served with croissants, Watergate salad…

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The BEST homemade bread on the planet!    Lemon Rosemary….  I ate two pieces!! At least :)

Brie and Fig/Walnut Topping…Amazing!

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Sandi brought a mouthwatering salad and these adorable marshmallow treats!
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Susan made an amazing chocolate Trifle and I can’t believe I did not get a picture of it! If any one of you ladies did get a picture, please send it to me so I can add it! 

From Left to Right: Sandi (http://chattycrone.blogspot.com/), Karyn (http://thebloomgirls.com), Rose (http://santamakersjourney.blogspot.com/) Susan (www.betweennapsontheporch.blgospot.com), Robin (http://www.allthingsheartandhome.com/), Empty Chair – Sue who is taking the picture (http://rue-mouffetard.blogspot.com/) and Nola (www.thebloomgirls.com)

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A huge thank you to Susan with www.betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com, Michael at www.designsbygollum.blogspot.com and Julia over at  http://hookedonhouses.net/2009/12/10/hooked-on-holiday-house-tours-party-time/

11 comments:

  1. Looks like y'all had a fabulous time! Love the table setting and the buffet, decorations, the food... loved it ALL!
    Merry Christmas
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek
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  2. I am so envious!!! What a great gathering of creativity--recipes please! Merry Christmas!
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  3. Oh, my, my, my.... What a wonderful time you all must have had. The decorating is just outstanding!

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

    Carol
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  4. The decorations are beautiful and the food looks amazing! Looks like everyone had a nice time. Merry Christmas!
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  5. Sorry I was sick and had to miss it. Your home is lovely.
    Joyce
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    Merry Christmas!
    Sandie
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  7. Oh how I wish I could have been a part of this wonderful day! Looks like you had a BLAST!!!! Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! XO, Pinky
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  8. Happy New Year Bloom Girls! Hope to see more of you in the new year.

    Sweet wishes,
    Sara
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  9. Beautiful and festive! So warm and inviting! See you in Atlanta!

    xo
    Eddie + Jaithan
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  10. Gosh what fun! It all looked beautiful...the decorations and the food!

    Hugs!
    Kat
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