Ultimate Christmas Book

Let your imagination run far beyond the familiar and everyday as you prepare for a merry holiday season. Transform your home with rococo mantelpiece displays, dramatic door wreaths, or jewel-like candle centerpieces. Create your own distinctive wrapping paper and stunning gift cards. Use dried flowers and fresh greenery to turn every room into a winter wonderland. Just choose your favorites from the full-color photographs, then follow the easy step-by-step directions to make your own masterpieces.

Of course, the centerpiece of every Christmas celebration is the tree. Make yours truly special with any of dozens of Ultimate Christmas ideas: glittering stars, flowery garlands, pure white glass baubles, even delicious edible decorations.

Celebrate Christmas with a feast of appetizers, main courses and side dishes, and desserts from around the world. In the extensive cooking section, you'll find more than 50 recipes for tried-and-true favorites and exciting seasonal dishes from other traditions.