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It's a peaceful winter afternoon in Chicagoland. Little snow has fallen so far this season, but Barbie and Ken's backyard is ready for roasting marshmallows on the fire.
Dr. Ken arrives home in the afternoon.. after a long shift at the hospital.
Ken: (That's odd, the gas fire pit is going and no one is out here).
Ken: (I thought we put the decorations away last weekend?)
Ken: I'm just tired, but the snow shovel is out, too?
Groaaaannnnn....are we supposed to get snow?
I need to turn that off!
If I sit down, I'll fall asleep and freeze to death...better find out what the story is.
Ken: Hey, guys, what's going on? I thought Christmas was over?
Collective: Shhhhhhhhh, we're taping!
Barbie: Even if you are entertaining in small spaces, make sure you set up a beverage station and a coffee station. Here, the stove and sink have become beverage central. Our winter cocktails look delicious, with wines and sparkling juices available, too.
Amy: That's good. Barbie, you are a natural.
Amy: Ian will you be able to edit Ken's voice from that?
Ian: Sure!
Amy: Barbie, start back at describing the food, and we will roll again.
Barbie: Where, do I look or do I just talk and point?
Amy: Let's try an overhead shot from the upstairs bedroom and see how that looks.
Amy: That's perfect Ian, I like the angle, now Barbie start like you're serving yourself and fill a plate while describing the food.
Okay, that's good!
Barbie: Hostessing doesn't have to be a hassle. Our Festive Smorgasbord features foods everyone loves, designed to be easy to serve and delicious to eat. The silverware is in a napkin folded into a pocket making it easy for your guests to carry.
Choose plates the size that are easy to eat from on your lap when serving buffet.
Amy: That's good. Ian could you get a few photos from by the windows, now please.
Ian: Sure...the light will be good from there!
Barbie: Don't forget a fresh salad and festive dressings. When you are busy working gal, a delicatessen ham and assorted selection of cheeses and meats are perfect for a festive supper or half-time on game day.
Amy: Closeup please of the meat tray.
Barbie: Add a vegetable or noodle dish for a perfect side that can be prepared days ahead. Just pop them in the oven before serving.
Because of space, we've kept the seasonal decorations to a minimum and followed a Winter theme of trees and cool turquoise to blend with the existing home decor. A party is about people not tinsel.
Add your condiments at the end of the table and be sure to have enough seating for all your guests.
Amy: Great. Now, let's try the beginning one more time, please.
Barbie: Hi, I'm Barbie from 'Model Life Design'. I'm a model, an entrepreneur and I hope, your favorite Lifestyle Designer.
Right now the Winter holidays are so busy, so we have prepared a festive Smorgasbord of easy to serve food and beverages for a fun evening or afternoon game day. All the recipes and holiday tips will be on the website and our social media accounts. Don't forget to subscribe to 'Model Life Design' for easy and fun tips for juggling a busy work, home, and social life.
Amy: That's perfect...everything looks very good on the screen. What do you think, Ian?
Ian: I should be able to have this edited by tomorrow...so you can have it for social media promotions. I have the stills we took earlier for th publications, I'll send them over and you can choose what to use.
Amy: Perfect, this was a breeze. Now, I'm starving, it looks so great, let's eat!
Ken: So, can come in and talk now? And does this mean no more Door-Dash or take out meals?
Barbie: This is all for next year for the magazine. And sure Sweetie, I'll make you a plate, what do you want to drink? (says the Hostess with the Mostess).
Diorama:
All Dolls by Mattel are thrifted except my New Dr.(Ken).
Mattel Townhouse drastically remodeled, starting HERE and HERE
Furnishings
Built-in furniture/cabinetry: HERE
Food: handmade with poly clay, as well as purchased.
Napkins..Doll's are tissue paper folded like this:
This a simple pocket fold, best with napkins the same on both sides, perfect for paper.
Large buffet napkin/same on both sides. Fold in half to left raw edges to left.
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fold lower quarter up to half line. fold again up to 3/4 line
Flip folded napkin over to back. Fold left side over to right in thirds
Fold right edge 1/3 in to left. Tuck left side into right folded edge
Back side of napkin pouch...tucked in. Turn over insert silverwar
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