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IL Se ale ERT TREN N-- "WEEKEND STAR" FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2000 - 11 Like the luxe fashions on the runways, holiday. tables are puttin' on the glitz, and centerpieces are taking center stage. "Elaborate, opulent tables set with tradition are back in vogue once again," says entertaining author and columnist, Maria McBride-Mellinger. "This year's stylish tables are dressed to the nines in elegant, silver and white combinations, or festive plaids and rich, robust colors mixed with shiny metallics, and accessorized with fine china, sparkling crystal and sterling silver." Whether the party is inti- mate or grand, the table's centerpiece is the star attraction, and should be carefully chosen, sug- gests Mellinger. Here are some tips before getting started: Simple or dra- matic, the centerpiece should always comple- ment a table setting and room décor. Be creative, add playful and personal touches to the table. If you have a collection, pull it out. Gather all of the silver and crystal that's stashed away; nothing makes a table sparkle more. And, make sure the centerpiece is low enough as not to interfere with guests' conversation and eye contact. Get into the spirit of the season with these show- stopping centerpieces that are easy-to-assem- ble, and sure to get rave reviews: * On a bare wood table or runner, alternate a row of crystal goblets brimming with blossoms and silver candlesticks down the center of the table. Or, for a more intimate, whimsi- cal mood, plage a mint julep cup filled with fresh pine sprigs and candy canes at each place set- ting, and rest a hand-let- tered place card against the cup. : e A silver tray is & versa- tile holiday hostess helper. When not busy with hot chocolate, coffee or Christmas cookies, it can serve as a luxurious, reflective surface for a miniature Christmas tree centerpiece. Set a small potted shrub about 15 inches tall in a porcelain or other water-tight con- tainer. (Make sure to place a piece of felt under the pot so not to scratch the tray). Using pearl-headed pins, deco- rate the tree with. small ornaments or holiday photos. Scatter silver framed photos or greet- ing cards at the base of the tray to extend the theme. * For a quick center- piece, fill a low silver or crystal bowl with all- white or red flowers, ornaments or gold-edged pine cones, add sprigs of evergreen or uneven strips of metallic ribbons for a lush look, and sprin- kle little silver stars or confetti onto the table for added sparkle. * On a butler's tray, place BATEMAN HOUSE Mon. 10:00 to 8:30 pm Tues. 10:00 to 8:30 pm Wed. 10:00 to 8:30 pm Thurs. 10:00 to 8:30 pm Fri. 10:00 to 8:30 pm Sat 10:00 to 5:30 pm Sun. 11:00 to 5:00 pm BOOKS GALORE Mon. 10:00 to 6:00 pm Tues 10:00 to 6:00 pm Wed 10:00 to 6:00 pm' Thurs 10:00 to 8:00 pm Fri. 10:00 to 8:00 pm Sat. 10:00 to 6:00 pm Sun. 12:00 to 5:00 pm BOTANICA Mon. 11:00 to 5:00 pm Tues. 11:00 to 5:00 pm Wed. 11:00 to 5:00 pm Thurs. 11:00 to 5:00 pm Fri. 11:00 to 8:00 pm Sat. 10:00 to 6:00 pm Sun. 12:00 to 5:00 pm BROCK'S Mon. 9:30 to 8:30 pm Tues. 9:30 to 8:30 pm Wed. 9:30 to 8:30 pm Thurs. 9:30 to 8:30 pm Fri. 9:30 to 6:30 pm Sat. 9:30 to 5:30 pm Sun. 12:00 to 5:00 pm DANA'S i Mon. 9:30 to 5:30 pm Tues. 9:30 to 5:30 pm Wed. 9:30 to 5:30 pm Dec. 20 9:30 to 8:00 pm Thurs 9:30 to 8:00 pm Fri. 9:30 to 8:00 pm Sat. 9:30 to 5:30 pm Sun. 12:00 to 4:00 pm a grouping of sterling goblets and tankards filled with a cornucopia of winter-white flowers, clusters of.green- grapes and variegated, green foliage for a fresh, but for- mal look. 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