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November 2010 Issue:

The entertaining issue

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Entertaining A party planner's tips for easy holiday entertaining; Donna Hay's prep-ahead bites; a colourful entryway to welcome guests in style. And much more -- dazzling ways to dress up your white china, hostess gift ideas galore, 10 classic dining chairs and glitzy glassware on a budget.

HOMES

THE PLANNER'S PLAN (134)
A party expert shares his no-stress strategies for hosting a fab get-together

BOLD & BEAUTIFUL (142)
A sophisticated urban penthouse goes Euro

PICTURE PERFECT (152)
This Eastern Ontario getaway combines the charm of a ski lodge with holiday flair

COCKTAIL PARTY (158)
Make a big impact at a small-space fete

DECORATING

CHRISTINE'S NOTEBOOK (44)
Design editor Christine Hanlon sheds some light on the modern chandelier

ECO MAKEOVER (54)
Pure Design's Samantha Pynn adds character to a newly built master bedroom

INSIDE DESIGN (60)
Judith Miller's 10 best seats in the house

ROOM TO IMPROVE (68)
Kimberley Seldon helps a reader choose the perfect blue accents for her living room

RESTYLE (70)
Trays get updated into glam accessories

HIGH+LOW (74)
A formal dining room for any budget

PALETTES (82)
A front hall glows with Tiffany blue accents

TAKE A SHINE TO THE HOLIDAYS (88)
Modern retro holiday decor

PLAYING DRESS-UP (96)
Elevate white plates for festive entertaining

PERFECTLY POTTED (104)
Pretty, personalized DIY hostess gifts

ENTERTAINING

PARTY FAVOURS (114)
Easy-to-make custom crackers

IN GOOD TASTE (120)
The perfect gift to give -- and receive

SERVE IN STYLE (126)
Scouting and stocking the best bar

STYLE NEWS

DECOR (35)
Budget stemware, ready-to-wear drapery, a rustic wreath, sweet settees nd a welcoming winter table setting

TRENDSPOTTING (42)
Embellished details on this season's cushions

FOOD+DRINKS

FRIENDS FOR DRINKS (171)
Donna Hay's easy, innovative bite-size snacks and do-ahead planner

DINNER TONIGHT (176)
Fast Five: Donna Hay's fresh quickies for every night of the week

PERFECT PAIRINGS (180)
Our wine expert selects the ideal match for your dinner tonight

SOMMELIER STYLE (183)
Host your own wine-tasting party