Happy Holidays.
Welcome to the first edition of the Wish Book by cf&co. In this special issue of ARTful style, we are taking a page from catalogs of the past (and maybe dating ourselves a bit). In the heyday of print advertising, the arrival of a Sears, JC Penney, or Montgomery Wards catalog (to name a few) signaled the official start of holiday thinking. By Thanksgiving, it would be well-worn and dog-eared by every member of the family – each carefully identifying what they wished to unwrap on that magic morning.
All of us at cf&co look forward to the holiday season—a time for celebration, reflection, and connection. Whether planning perfect Secret Santa surprises, welcoming guests to a festive event, or searching for a list of new seasonal sips and bites, we hope you’ll find inspiration in the following pages. We’ve assembled a collection of carefully curated items of a few of our “favorite things.” For whoever is on your “nice list” we trust the perfect item is inside this issue.
In addition to the delightful art-inspired gifts, we’ve also included a favorite recipe from each of us. Not every “gift” needs to be elaborate or wrapped. The gift of giving takes many forms. From savory appetizers to hearty soups, warm drinks, and cookies - homemade with love - these offerings bring every bit as much delight.
Finally, at this time of year, we often think of parties, wrapped packages, and gatherings with friends and family. Unfortunately, for many, this is not their perspective. The real spirit of the season is in our ability to turn our gaze outward and offer our time and talents to uplift those in our communities who are struggling. We hope you will join us in our commitment to the organizations that speak to your heart and find ways to make a difference – during the holidays and all year round.
From all of us to all of you, we wish you all of the enchantment of the season. May your wishes come true.