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FEATURES
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Christmas in the Commonwealth A young family returns to their Virginia roots in time to make new Christmas memories.
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Holiday Traditions
At Christmastime, Shelley Johnstone delights in welcoming family to her home filled with comfort and joy— and plenty of beauty.
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Host with the Most
PHOTOS: TRIA GIOVAN (RIGHT) AND AIMEE MAZZENGA (TOP RIGHT)
For celebrity chef and connoisseur Alex Hitz, the secrets to a great party are practice, planning, and always flowers in abundance.
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Found Beauty
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A historic New Jersey farmhouse serves as a creative incubator for jewelry designer Cara Brown year-round, and especially during the holidays.
“Just living isn’t enough,” said the butterfly. “One must also have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” –HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN
ON THE COVER: Designer Zoë Gowen covered the dining room walls of this Birmingham, Alabama, home in Iksel’s Canton Reverie through Schumacher. Brooke McAfee of Lilt Floral added holiday accents to the chandelier and mirror. Photographed by Hector Sanchez
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