(NAPSA)—You don’t need a gift for decorating to capture holiday style in your home. That’s the message in a new lush coffee-table book that offers practical guidance, tips and inspirational ideas to home decorators trying to create that yuletide feel. Manyof the design features in the book—called “Christmas Style” (DK Publishing, $29.95)—comefrom holiday settings that the authors created in celebrity homes. Debi Staron and Bob Pranga (known together as “Dr. Christmas”) have decorated the homes of celebrity clientele ranging from Candice Bergen to Shaquille O’Neal. S wwe Creating a stunning holiday scene in your home can beeasier than you might expect. The Book On Look—A new book helps home decorators preptheir housefor the holidays. The book covers sparkling ornaments, whimsical novelty lights, beautifully decorated evergreen trees and festive table settings. There’s a section on holiday design themes, including “Combined Traditions” for housemates celebrating different religious or cultural traditions, plus one-of-a-kind themes such as “The Twelve Dames of Christmas,” paying homageto classic movie star queens such as Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe and Joan Crawford. An accessible how-to section covers everything from tree set-up and take-down—includingtips on tying bows, creating a snowy effect and storing precious heirloom ornaments. There’s even an index that lets readers purchase featured products and decorations. Chances are, you’ve seen the stylish Santas-for-the-stars on CNN, HGTV, the BBC and “Leeza!” From using a fake vs. real tree, hanging lights or buying pre-lit to dressing up your older decorations, this dynamic duo lays out the tricks of the trade in ChristmasStyle. For more information, visit www.dk.com.
