Rob and I haven't had friends visit in a long while (I guess SF's "June Gloom" isn't that appealing). But, hooray, we have friends coming to stay this weekend!Luckily, I've been brushing up on my hostessing skills thanks to a generous gift from a family friend. She recently gave me a copy of the 1957 Amy Vanderbilt Success Program for Women booklet on hosting dinner parties. This thrilling series also includes:
- How to Decorate with Color
- How to Be Well Dressed
- How to Help your Husband Get Ahead
- How to Shop Wisely
- How to be a More Interesting Woman
- Easy Gourmet Dishes
- How to Give Luncheons and Showers
- How to Prepare Easy Holiday Menus
- How to Be Safe in Your Home
- How to Entertain Out of Doors
In reality, I need the air mattress pulled out of the closet, the fridge stocked with good beer and a reservation at our local Ethiopian restaurant. Maybe I'll make a cake, just for a little extra effort!
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I love those old books. Some of the stuff is really funny. My favorite is Better Than Beauty, A Guide to Charm.. The part on personal hygiene is kind of funny. But, I think there is some really good advice in there too.. like you can't be charming if your feet hurt, so buy good shoes... In my 30's now.. I have decided that I'm too old to wear ouchy shoes.. and, I am much more charming that I used to be. :)
I just had to research what exactly aspic is - apparently I need this course!
It is tomato jello...pretty weird sounding but a favorite brunch recipe of my grandmother's.
I believe I have the entire set.
Anyone interested in purchasing it?
Ed S.
Ed S. I know this is a post from a long time ago, but I would interesting in purchasing it if you still have it.
my mom just gave me a stack of these she found when cleaner her house. they are awesome! my favorites so far are "how to handle your correspondence" and "How to get along with People".
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