I’m cooking up something fun! Coming in September I’ll be launching a weekly podcast. Join me for tips, buzzworthy ideas, hot topics and twists to make every day a celebration!
Hospitality is in my DNA. I founded Home with a Twist, a daughter’s twist on her mother’s traditions, in memory of my mother to celebrate her life and the gifts she shared with me. Mother loved to celebrate life’s occasions – big and small.
Comment WINE and I’ll send you the links for my how to`s, resources, free wine cards and a Promo link for $25 off your first order of wine!
Ralph Lauren style, the Home with a Twist way! 🍷
Think cozy plaids, vintage thermoses, brass candlesticks, fresh flowers, and individual cheese boards. I layered these collected treasures to create a warm, inviting wine tasting table that feels elevated without being fussy.
The secret? Shop your home, mix old with new, and remember that nothing needs to match perfectly.
Because a beautiful table is lovely, but the conversations around it are what really matter.
🍷 Comment WINE and I’ll send you my styling tips on the blog at homewithatwist.com.
#RalphLaurenInspired #WineTastingParty #HomeWithATwist #TablescapeIdeas #HostWithIntention
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Does the thought of hosting Thanksgiving make you feel more overwhelmed than excited? I want to help you change that this year.
After 40 years of hosting Thanksgiving, I`ve learned that the secret to a beautiful holiday isn`t doing more. It`s knowing what to do, when to do it, and what you can happily cross off your list.
Imagine waking up Thanksgiving morning with your table already set, your sides prepped, and a plan you feel confident about. Instead of rushing around the kitchen, you`re sipping coffee, watching the parade, and actually enjoying the people you`ve invited into your home.
That`s the Thanksgiving I want for you. And I can help you get there.
Join me Monday, November 2, at 7 p.m. CST for my live, one-hour Thanksgiving Masterclass.
We`ll walk through my simple four-week countdown, tackle the things that cause the most stress, and make room for your questions. Think of it as having an experienced hostess by your side, helping you figure out what matters, what can wait, and what you can stop worrying about altogether.
For just $10, you`ll receive:
One hour of practical guidance, encouragement, and live Q&A with me.
Access to the replay so you can watch whenever it`s convenient.
My complete 26-page Thanksgiving Playbook, filled with timelines, checklists, and menu planners.
You don`t have to figure it all out on your own. And you certainly don`t have to be exhausted to make Thanksgiving special.
This year, I want you to enjoy the holiday you`re working so hard to create.
Comment CLASS below, and I`ll send the registration link straight to your DM.
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We spend years waiting for the new rug, the reupholstered chair, or the day the cat finally stops scratching the side of the sofa before we feel ready to invite anyone inside.
We hide the flaws and close our doors, thinking people want an untouched museum.
In forty years of opening my front door, I have learned the exact opposite. Nobody relaxes in a showroom. People let their guard down when they see a worn carpet, a stack of books by the reading chair, and a host who welcomes them into real life instead of a staged set.
Your home does not need to be flawless to offer comfort. It just needs warmth, soft lighting, and an open door.
What is one little imperfection in your home you are learning to make peace with this season?
The biggest mistake we make when hosting dinner is treating our menu like an audition for culinary school.
We plan three appetizers, an elaborate entrée, three hot sides, and a scratch dessert—and then spend the entire evening sweating over stove burners while everyone else is laughing in the living room.
After 40 years of gathering people around my table, here is the secret to an effortless evening:
My Dinner 123 Formula.
• 1 Signature Drink (poured and waiting)
• 2 Bookends (1 simple starter + 1 make-ahead dessert)
• 3 Plates (1 entrée + 1 side + 1 salad)
When you simplify the menu, you get your evening back. Your guests did not come to evaluate your culinary stamina—they came to see you.
If you want help designing a simple, stress-free gathering rhythm tailored to your home and kitchen, I would love to spend time with you. Comment HOST and I`ll send you how to connect!
📸 @rebekahbyrnephotography - the best photographer in DFW❤️
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You amaze me, Mrs. Twist! I’ll be looking forward to listening to you on your podcast! You bring such joy and information to us all. You go, girl! I think I can speak for everyone when I say you are an inspiration to us all.
Laurie, thank you for always being so supportive! I appreciate you being my head cheerleader!