designing individual tables , and they began relying upon him to ready their homes for the holidays . From Versace china to family heirlooms , over time , the word got out in the philanthropic community to red carpet organizers and gala event hosts : a Wilfredo Emanuel holiday table was the table .
“ Tablescaping added another layer to my professional career as a designer , to decorate a table where people share each other , share a meal , and inviting family and friends to join them in celebration ,” says Emanuel . “ I love being part of that process .” Later , Martha Stewart came calling with an invitation for
Emanuel to participate on the Discovery / HGTV television series , “ Table Wars ,” judged by Stewart , with Tamera Mowry-Housley and Chris Hessney . Emanuel ’ s unofficial title as tablescape maestro firmly cemented in television history ; he has become the recognized expert in over-the-top table design and décor .
“ After the television show with Martha Stewart , it ’ s amazing how every time I go into a place and see a table , I imagine how I will decorate it ,” says Emanuel . “ This is especially true during the holidays , a time when I love to invite everyone to be at the table with me , saying ‘ Merry Christmas ,’ and see you in the spring !”
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