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Christmas Life

Christmas Dinner in the IHOD Holiday Gift Guide 2012

When Anna asked me
to be a contributor to this year’s DIY Holiday Gift Guide, I knew I
wanted to share what I was already planning on gifting some of my
girlfriends: a beautiful dinner on the beach. It was super laid back and
not extravagant. {I rented the table and chairs for $4.50!} I just
wanted it to be simple and fresh and remind them how special they are. It was such a special night and so much fun. We ended it by blasting our car stereos and dancing in the headlights. Yes!
The girls said it was one of the best Christmas gifts they’ve ever
received, and to be honest, it was one of my most favorite that I’ve
ever given. There really is far more joy in giving, especially when it
takes a little time & effort to plan and create.

I
haven’t forgotten about Thanksgiving! It’s such an important holiday but
thanks to the girls for getting their Christmas present early and
letting me snap some photos so I could share this idea with you all.

You can see more on Anna’s blog.
And if you haven’t seen the 2012 Holiday Gift Guide yet, you can see it here. Anna did an amazing job curating, designing and packing it with
wonderful ideas!

{all photos copyright@Amanda Marshall}


Comments

  1. Ash says

    i loved seeing this in the holiday gift guide.. and now here! what an amazing friend/woman you are..

    and, seriously, this would be my most favorite gift ever!

  5. Laura C. Pita says

    I remember seeing pictures of this beautiful dinner on instagram and thinking what a great idea this was!! Such a perfect spot to make memories with delicious food + good friends! 🙂

    Congrats on the beautiful feature! <3
    xoxo

  8. Jenna says

    Wow! This looks so so beautiful (and delicious!) – what an amazing gift 🙂 I'm sure everyone will remember this for years and years to come!

    xxx
    Jenna

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