Fresh Ideas for the New Year

The ultimate guide for celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas filled with innovative ideas for holiday decorating, party hosting, thoughtful gifting, and much more.

4-Step Flower Arrangement

Before your next get-together, create an easy centerpiece that divides into beautiful party favors.

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Robbie Caponetto

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Double-Duty Flowers

Floral designer Kappi Hamilton whipped up an arrangement that saves you party-planning time: It serves first as a colorful centerpiece for your dinner table, then as a fresh favor for your guests.

What You'll Need:

Long-stemmed flowers such as spray roses, calla lillies, zinnias, gerbera daisies, hyacinths, or peonies
Aspidistra or other strappy leaves such as galax or ti leaf
Twine or raffia
Florist knife or pruners
Low bowl or glass vase
Gift tags

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