How to Decorate

Ep. 284: Holiday Essentials with Karen

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We are so excited to have former host Karen Mooney back on the show! On this special holiday episode, Karen gives us an update on her life since becoming President of Ballard Designs, walks us through her new beach house design, shares her favorite holiday Ballard products, and joins Caroline, Taryn, and Liz in giving tips for entertaining, holiday decorating, gift ideas, and more. Also, be sure to check out Ballard Design's Black Friday Deals while they last!

What You’ll Hear on This Episode:

  • Karen gives us an update of what she’s been up to since becoming President of Ballard.
  • Karen surprises us, and herself, with how colorful she has decorated her beach house.
  • How the podcast has helped Karen expand and embolden her design style.
  • We each offer our best hosting tips.
  • Thanksgiving dinner in the day or the evening?
  • Karen gives us her secret recipe for gravy.
  • How to set the table so it breaks the ice for guests.
  • What are the main parts of the house we decorate for the holidays?
  • How to accent faux decorations with “real” natural elements.
  • Does holiday decor need to match your existing decor or have a theme?
  • We gush over a few of our holiday items available.
  • Which Ballard products make great gifts?



    • Mentioned in This Episode:

    Holiday & Seasonal Decorations

    Andros Linen Panel

    Café Dinnerware Collection

    Holiday Dinnerware Collection

    Drinkware

    Flatware

    Ballroom Folding Chairs

    Marseille Linen Napkins

    Tree Garland

    Angel Pine Garland

    Essential Stocking Holder

    Mercury Glass Hurricane

    Belissima Flax Linen Bedding

    Amelie Bath Towel Collection

    Faux Fur Blanket

    Petite Acrylic Easel

    Personalized Coir Mats

    More Personalized Products

    Holiday Pillows

    Book Assortment

    Candles

    Angel Bottle Wings

    Celebratory Cocktail Napkins

    Ornaments

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