atHOME Victoria Issue 1 Feb. 2015 | Page 66

ENTERTAIN WITH DOROTHY BY: DOROTHY HAWES DISCOVER THE WONDERFUL JOY OF ENTERTAINING IN YOUR HOME AS YOU SHARE YOURSELF WITH OTHERS. BY INVITING YOUR FRIENDS ACROSS THE THRESHOLD OF YOUR DOOR, YOU ARE IN ESSENCE SAYING WELCOME TO MY WORLD! AS JANES AUSTEN ONCE OBSERVED... “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” lanning an event in your home can be as relaxed or as simple as you would like it to be; on the flip side it can also be as formal and labour intensive as you choose (think Julie & Julia). Either way, your guests will be honoured that you have made the effort to bring them into your personal space. Don’t be surprised if this makes you feel vulnerable at first, but the upside is definitely worth it. P If you are new to entertaining in your home, start simple in order to limit your stress level. Once you are more comfortable, challenge yourself with new ideas and concepts. Your home is truly an expression of who you are and entertaining at home should be a