Christmas with the First Ladies: The White House Decorating Tradition from Jacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama

$29.95

No home in America celebrates Christmas quite like the White House. Whether adorned with hand-made ornaments or thoughtful crafts, the White House has warmly welcomed celebrities, dignitaries, and hardworking Americans and epitomized the Christmas spirit. And behind each holiday celebration is a First Lady who lends her own style and grace to the festivities.

Christmas With the First Ladies is a look at the holiday magic that happens at the White House, capturing the Christmas history and decorating techniques from Jacqueline Kennedy through Michelle Obama. Each first lady’s design aesthetic is profiled, such as Jacqueline Kennedy's "Nutcracker" theme reflecting her love of ballet, classical music, and culture; Nancy Reagan’s interest in renewing a child-like sense of wonder; and Laura Bush’s “Red, White, and Blue “ Christmas for a nation banding together. With anecdotes and intimate photos of the presidential families during the holiday season, as well as personal crafts and recipes used by the first ladies, Christmas With the First Ladies is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings! Hardcover, 160 pages.

  • Christmas with the First Ladies: The White House Decorating Tradition from Jacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama by Colleen Christian Burke.
  • Includes anecdotes and intimate photos of the presidential families during the holiday season.
  • Hardcover, 160 pages.

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No home in America celebrates Christmas quite like the White House. Whether adorned with hand-made ornaments or thoughtful crafts, the White House has warmly welcomed celebrities, dignitaries, and hardworking Americans and epitomized the Christmas spirit. And behind each holiday celebration is a First Lady who lends her own style and grace to the festivities.

Christmas With the First Ladies is a look at the holiday magic that happens at the White House, capturing the Christmas history and decorating techniques from Jacqueline Kennedy through Michelle Obama. Each first lady’s design aesthetic is profiled, such as Jacqueline Kennedy's "Nutcracker" theme reflecting her love of ballet, classical music, and culture; Nancy Reagan’s interest in renewing a child-like sense of wonder; and Laura Bush’s “Red, White, and Blue “ Christmas for a nation banding together. With anecdotes and intimate photos of the presidential families during the holiday season, as well as personal crafts and recipes used by the first ladies, Christmas With the First Ladies is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings! Hardcover, 160 pages.

  • Christmas with the First Ladies: The White House Decorating Tradition from Jacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama by Colleen Christian Burke.
  • Includes anecdotes and intimate photos of the presidential families during the holiday season.
  • Hardcover, 160 pages.

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