How to be the Perfect Housewife: Entertain in Style

Anthea Turner is a Domestic Goddess. With a 15 year track record of TV presenting including a stint on Blue Peter, Anthea is a household name. She is the host of the highly addictive Perfect Housewife on the BBC and is an inspiration to women up and down the country.

Hot on the heels of How to Be the Perfect Housewife comes an inspiring new guide to entertaining - in style! 
 
From the simplest supper for two to a summer wedding buffet, every type of event is catered for, whether casual or formal, on a shoestring or pushing the boat out. And with impressive ideas for seasonal entertaining - from Christmas parties to Valentine's dinners - you'll never be short of inspiration all year round. 
 
Discover... 
The secrets of successful entertaining 
The art of preparation, invitations and budgeting 
How to devise menus, drinks or themes 
And when to call in the experts 
 
From breathtaking barbecues to praiseworthy picnics, Perfect Housewife's countless ideas for any occasion will ensure you're the hostess with the mostest, every time.

Anthea Turner

So you're organising Christmas this year. What are you going to give everyone? How can you make it that extra bit special? The perfect housewife is at hand to help you - with a little planning and some top tips your halls will be decked with the minimum of fuss and the greatest of flair! 
 
The Perfect Christmas is a lavishly illustrated guide to preparing and executing a Yuletide to remember, with hundreds of inspiring ideas to make your Christmas special - from handmade decorations and top shopping tips to planning a festive party and the all important Christmas dinner. 
 
Contents include: 
Your Christmas year planner and countdown to Christmas 
Designing your own Christmas cards and e-cards 
Decorating the tree and house 
Projects and crafts for the kids 
Ideas and recipes for Christmas get-togethers 
Where to shop and things to see

Anthea Turner

Books by Anthea Turner

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