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COVER PHOTO Carrie Higgins

EDITOR Rebecca E. Parsons, cre8tiva@gmail.com

PUBLISHER Collective Bias

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A Party For Two 4

Southern Tablescape 7

A Downton Abbey Tablesetting 9

Romantic Champagne Table 13

Love You More, Table for Two 14

Indoor French Picnic 17

Table for Two 19

Breakfast for Two 23

Happy Birthday HIMself 25

Wine and Cheese Table 26

How To Design Seductive Tables 29

Parisian Dinner 30

Spring Tablescape for Two 33

Beach Picnic 34

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With Valentine’s Day just days away, Moll Anderson’s Seductive Tables For Two is a must read and a great gift idea!

This beautiful book gives you a road map to rediscovering

each other and romance at the table. It’s easier than you think,

because Moll provides all the decadent details for the tabletop

with her five must-haves: Color, Fabric, Flowers, Lighting and

Music. Plus, Moll takes you beyond the table and into the

kitchen with some delicious and tempting recipes for two. Once

you have read through its pages, you will realize that Seductive

Tables For Two is meant to inspire romance in your life and

help keep it burning strong all year long.

After reading Seductive Tables For Two, we had to create our

own ‘Party For Two’ . This Party Bluprint is our take on planning

a romantic evening at a table for two in your own home.

We used Moll Anderson’s Seductive Tables For Two as our

inspiration and guide to getting it right. This beautiful book

walks you through the decadent details for Moll’s five tabletop

must-haves: Color, Fabric, Flowers, Lighting and Music. Plus,

Moll takes you beyond the table and into the kitchen with some delicious and tempting recipes for two.

Once you have read through its pages, you will realize that Seductive Tables For Two is meant to inspire

romance in your life and help keep it burning strong all year long.

A Party For Two Party Bluprints

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I have been inspired to bring a little romantic whimsy into my life by Moll Anderson’s new book, Seductive Tables for Two. Beautifully designed, I was in awe of the romantic designs and scrumptious recipes to match.

Moll’s book inspired me to connect with my husband at

the table. Her reminder that slaving over a kitchen is not

what it’s about. The goal is to create a romantic space

where the two of us can have one on one face time.

Whether over a cup of coffee or an intimate dinner, it’s all

about quality time together.

Living in the middle of nowhere has its perks. I have always wanted to pull out a piece of furniture

for an outdoor setting. I dug out our old pub table from the garage and set it under my favorite

tree. On the menu was wheat spaghetti with homemade meatballs and buttery French bread. It

was a fun break from the usual dinner at our dining table with three kids. I completely stunned my

husband with a change of scenery and an impromptu date night.

Southern Tablescape Michelle Cantu

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A Downton Abbey Tablesetting cover ~ Carrie HigginsEnter Moll Anderson’s latest book, Seductive

Tables for Two. Inside were some great

tips, recipes, and beautiful photos to inspire

seductive and romantic tablescapes for

couples. I knew immediately what the theme

of our seductive table would be, and if you’ve

been keeping track of my obsessions lately

I bet you can guess it– Downton Abbey! My

husband and I have been watching it every

night, so I decided to surprise him with a

Downton Abbey table setting for a romantic

snack of wine and cheese after we put the kids

to bed, and before watching the season two

finale.

With those details in mind I created a version

of one of my favorite scenes from season

one, when Mary and Matthew sit down for an

informal late-night dinner. Mary wants to ring

for a wineglass, and Matthew tells her not to

worry and– GASP! – pours wine into a tumbler

instead. Moll Anderson reminds us to include

decadent details on our tables.

For the Downton Abbey table, I made sure to include

references to both the show and British culture. Plus, I

wanted the table to look masculine and feminine to appeal

to both my husband and I.

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My husband and I both work from home. There are so

many people who wrongly assume that because we both

are home all day, we have loads of extra time to spend

with each other. I’m here to publicly declare that this is

definitely not the case. I share this with you, to provide

some context as to just how excited I was when asked to

review Moll Anderson’s new book, Seductive Tables for

Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire

Romance.

What intrigued me about Seductive Tables for Two was the idea of creating unique romantic settings at home: sort of a romantic getaway without having to actually get away.

I decided that what my husband and I would really enjoy

- and could really use - was a time to relax without any

special occasion in mind whatsoever. I took some ideas

from Moll’s “Delectable Desserts” and some ideas from the

section on Seduction to Go. I decided to create a romantic

tablescape where my husband and I could enjoy some

champagne, and snack on some savory, salty, and sweet

treats. I set up everything in our breakfast room.

Romantic Champagne Table Laura Kuhlmann

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We don’t go out on the town for date night very often. Sounds

sad, but no pity party here! We have lots of lunch dates while

the kids are in school and there are so many ways to date at

home while our sweeties are snoozing. A table for two is the

perfect date and any end table can be used to create that

small space.

Stud spent the week skiing in Vail with some of his friends.

(Lucky, right!) I thought it’d be fun to surprise him when he

returned home. I came up with a little romantic table for two.

I absolutely love creating tablescapes, but sometimes I need

a little inspiration to get my creative juices flowing! I love

Moll Anderson’s new book, Seductive Tables for Two!, and

how she incorporates so much color in her tablescapes and

thought I’d add a fun splash of color to my ‘Love You More’

tablescape. How’s hot pink for color?!?

If you’re looking for tangible tips for creating pretty tables for two in and out of your home by adding touches of color and fragrance, you will just adore Moll.

Love You More, Table for Two Aimee Lane

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During our stay in Paris almost a decade ago

(OMG where does the time go??) we stayed near

the Rue Cler, which is a quintessentially European

street. Markets and cafes line the street, striped

awnings jump out from the rooftops, and people

bustle around with their shopping bags. It’s the

sort of street where you go to one place for your

cheese, another for your wine, and a third for your

bread.

My husband and I rarely go out on a date; our

date nights are always at home or after Jordan is

in bed. Or, nowadays, we can sneak a quick lunch

in while she’s at school or at a playdate. I love

coming up with fun and exciting ideas for our date

nights, because they are our only special time

together. When I read Seductive Tables for Two

by Moll Anderson, I was inspired to re-create our

French picnic from that long-ago summer day.

Indoor French Picnic Dorothy Kern

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Phil and I had a sweet, romantic lunch at a table for two this week ...

something that rarely happens, especially mid-week.

I was inspired by Moll Anderson’s new book Seductive Tables for Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance. This book is full of beautiful photos and brilliant inspiration. I couldn’t wait to use some of the tips and ideas to create my own seductive tablescape.

While the four older kids were at school, I put my youngest down for a nap

and set a romantic table for two in front of our family room fireplace. Moll

recommends using smaller tables so I grabbed our chalkboard table from

the game room and paired it with cushions instead of chairs, providing

an intimate and cozy spot. I like Moll’s tips for layering textures on the

table and using things you already have around the house. In addition to

tablescape tips, Moll also shares recipes in her book.

I had such a great time setting our romantic table for two and it was such

fun to sit down for a mid-week lunch with my husband ... a chance to talk

and connect and enjoy time together.

Table for Two Randi Dukes

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sweetheart but don’t think you have the

time? Why not set up a sweet tablescape

for two and eat breakfast together?

The secret to my tablescape lies in the wonderful advice of Moll Anderson. Moll is a lifestyle and romance expert who can show you how to entertain at home.

I started building my table, and decided

to go with a vintage theme. Moll’s book

inspired me to look beyond just “table

clothes” and to look at fabric in a different

light. I used a few pieces I had plus a few

pieces I found while at a thrift store.

Next up was decorating the table. I took

a cue from these vintage plates that I

never ever use. I adore them but they

never seem to fit any occasion. The floral

design is perfect for a romantic vintage

tablescape. Moll’s book also suggested

some mood lighting for your meal. I really

did not want to go typical and set out

candles. So I came up with the idea of

using an old oil lamp to set the romantic

mood of our tablescape. It worked out

perfectly plus kept with my vintage vibe.

Breakfast for Two Angie Holden

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Shhhhhh. Don’t tell, but I am creating a romantic tablescape inspired by Moll Anderson’s new book,

Seductive Tables for Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance. The minute I

saw this beautifully crafted book, I knew the way I thought about laying a table would be forever changed.

{I even interviewed Moll here.} The book is filled with beautiful ways to tell someone how special they are

to you.

Seductive Tables for Two inspired what I call my Southern Sunrise Birthday Breakfast tribute to HIMself. “It’s not about the size of the table; it’s about what you put on it,” gave me permission to do it my way, and create a Savory Sunrise moment in time for us to cherish for years to come. To keep it intimate and cozy, I chose to set the coffee table in our living room and use large, silk floor pillows as seating.

I am thrilled by the concept of using

cherished items to set a mood or

“create a surprise,” as Moll says,

to create a sensory experience.

Ah yes…an experience for all the

senses. Lifestyle and romance

expert Moll leads the reader through

a wonderland of breathtaking ideas

for entertaining the one you love.

This book fires my creative juices

and ignites my imagination.

Happy Birthday HIMself Rebecca E. Parsons

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My husband and I are approaching our fourth year of marriage,

and have a beautiful little boy. We’re expecting our second child

this June. Now, with the addition of our first child, the time we

once enjoyed as a party of two has definitely come and gone. It

can be difficult to find time just for “us”. I can only imagine how

much more scarce that time will become once the second baby

arrives.

When I received Moll Anderson’s book, Seductive Tables for Two, I was inspired to find some time for just my husband and I, simply by setting up a special tablescape at home.

This book is full of beautiful photos and unique inspiration. I

couldn’t wait to use some of the tips and ideas to create my own

seductive and romantic tablescape. Moll recommends using

smaller tables, so I knew immediately that I’d use the square

table in our kitchen instead of our large dining room table. After

all, the table is meant to be intimate and it’s for just the two of us.

As the main focal point of the table, I chose to place the white

tulips in a tall mason jar, surrounded by burlap and Spanish

moss. I also took another tip from Seductive Tables for two

and set out a variety of candles to create mood lighting. It was so

wonderful to take some time just for us.

Wine and Cheese Table Meredith Hazel

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I’ll be the first to admit, more often than not,

the other half and I end up scarfing down

a painstakingly home-cooked meal on the

couch, precious plates balanced on cushions.

It’s not for lack of inspiration, but a lack of

time that causes me to overlook our table for

this much less glamorous rendezvous. So,

when I recently discovered interior designer

Moll Anderson’s Seductive Tables for Two

tablescape guide I was captivated by the

simple concepts even I could execute with

things found around the home.

Moll Anderson’s Seductive Tables for Two is much more than a coffee table book with pretty pictures. While you’re certain to find professionally styled tablescapes and illustrated guides to linen and decor, the book reads much more like a treasure hunt.

Our Seductive Table for Two was beyond anything I could have prior imagined; little old me having

previously been intimidated at the mere thought of interior design. The result of Moll Anderson’s

inspiring tips and recipes, along with the vivid visual cues that fill the pages of Seductive Tables for

Two has truly brought new life to my dining room and the possibility of romance year-round. I must

admit, it was incredibly liberating to take a few key elements and turn them into an entire evening of

memorable sights, tastes, and conversation.

How To Design Seductive Tables Jenna Wood

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With having a baby, The Nerd and I have really had to work on keeping the

romance alive in our relationship. Like all new parents, we have had to make

keeping the spark in our marriage a priority. So when I picked up Seductive

Tables for Two by Moll Anderson, I knew I wanted to create a romantic

tablescape for the two of us that evoked memories of our time in Paris.

In her new book, Moll talks about how important it is to take time as a couple and keep the spark alive through a romantic dinner. She focuses on color, lighting, flowers, music and fabric as the essential ways to set the mood with your tablescape.

I decided to create a table centered on some Paris and Eiffel Tower themed

fabric I had found. Instead of a heavy meal, I went with a selection of cheeses,

crackers and French bread. A bottle of our favorite wine made it easy to set

the mood. I also bought some French macaroons from a local bakery — in

Paris, we didn’t get the chance to try these decadent cookies, so I wanted us

to have this new memory together.

Parisian Dinner Arena Blake

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A Spring Tablescape for Two is the perfect way to enjoy

a date at home with your loved one. A spring inspired

tablescape with a moss table runner, pink flowers, and blue

accents was created to surprise my husband with a date in

the comfort of our own home.

My romantic tablescape was inspired by Moll Anderson’s

new book, Seductive Tables for Two: Tablescapes,

Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance.

Moll Anderson’s book is filled with beautiful ideas and tips to help you create your own special tablescape at home. As soon as I opened the book I was drawn to the lavender tablescape, and it’s absolutely stunning!

I think having date nights at home is going to be a regular

occasion for us from now on. We had such a great time

connecting and it was a fun way to change things up with

the tablescape.

Spring Tablescape for Two Crystal Owens

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Creating beautiful table decor and planning parties is one of my

passions. I thrive on designing all the little and big details, but especially

the personal details. A great table and a great meal at the right location

and at the right time create magic and memories, and can really help a

couple connect and reconnect.

Have you thought about creating a “moment” for you and your special someone? Whether you have, or you are just starting to think about it, Seductive Tables for Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes that Inspire Romance by Moll Anderson is here to provide guidance and inspiration. This book inspired me to create a wonderful Beach Picnic for myself and my husband.

There are different ways to create a seductive table and bring a little

romance into your daily routine. You do not need to plan a whole

production - what is most important is that you do what feels right for

you - what fits into your life, your budget, and marries well with your

personality. I happen to live on one of the most gorgeous coastal areas

in California - Asilomar State Beach. We love exploring the Central

California shore, and there is something about watching the sunlight

dance on the water, and listening to the waves crash that puts life in

perspective. That is why I chose this to be the inspiration and backdrop

for my seductive table.

Beach Picnic Holly Lefevre

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