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You're So Invited: Panic Less, Play More, and Get Your Party On! [Hardcover]

Cheryl Najafi
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Book Description

May 29, 2012
PANIC LESS, PLAY MORE, AND GET YOUR PARTY ON!
 
From her rural Missouri beginnings decorating tables with cherry-tree branches to her current and much-anticipated dinners and parties that always include a "cherry on the top" surprise for her guests, Cheryl Najafi teaches others to break the rules of "proper" entertaining.
 
With her signature wit and creativity, Najafi inspires hosts to infuse their own personal style, humor and whimsy into any occasion. Most people put all of their efforts into celebrating big events, but she believes that it's the little things in life that nurture us, making moments matter--and memorable. With You're So Invited, she shares her fresh approach to entertaining to get you planning your next--or maybe your first!--party without fretting or fussing, so you can relax and have as much fun as your guests!
 
An inspiring book for novice and experienced entertainers alike, You're So Invited features ten beautifully photographed parties--from a chic surprise birthday to an irreverent going-away roast to an indulgent tween spa party. Every page is loaded with playful ideas that will get you thinking outside the party-planning box:
--The Bar Exam: How much food and drink to have on hand for parties of 10, 20, or 30 people
--Takeout's In: 10 no-fail crowd-pleasing dishes you can order in (and spruce up)
--Blue-Sky Thinking: 5 foolproof tips for outdoor entertaining
--Decorating the Set: 15 ideas to take your table settings from fancy to unforgettable
--Turning Bites Into Delights: 20 quick-and-easy no-cook appetizers
--How-To-Go-To's: Fun how-to projects like how to dress up a present, build a bountiful cornucopia, host your own Scotch tasting, and much more!

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About the Author

CHERYL NAJAFI attended Arizona State University, where she earned bachelor's and master's degrees in Communications and learned to share her personal "lifestyle lens" with others. Her website, CherylStyle.com, offers original twists on party themes, invitations, room decor, table design, and place settings--all with the goal of making guests feel special. She lives in Phoenix.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Press (May 29, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 125001199X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1250011992
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #225,801 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Cheryl Najafi, a Missouri native now living in Phoenix, AZ.does it all! She is a dedicated wife, mother of three, CEO, author, and home entertaining expert. She believes in inspiring hosts to infuse their own personal style, humor and whimsy into any occasion.

"Creativity is contagious," or "Wait, this needs to be CherylStyle-d" are among the many phrases you'll hear if you hang out with Cheryl Najafi.

It's the little things in life that nurture us, making moments matter - and memorable. She says, "Great meals feed the soul and it's the memories you make around the table that will last a lifetime."

CherylStyle.com is a go-to idea source for home entertaining. Forever offering original twists on themes, invitations, room décor, table design and place settings, CherylStyle.com offers viewers inspiration for their celebration.

Cheryl recently introduced Giada DeLaurentiis at the Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show in Washington DC and hosted Martha Stewart for dinner in Phoenix.

Cheryl will be coming to a city near you this spring as she begins her national book tour.

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars great for a find or to follow... May 31, 2012
Format:Hardcover
i was at cheryl's book signing 2 days ago at a local Pottery Barn, to see Cheryl and grab one of her books. She is incredibly personal, was excellent at remembering small details about those of us standing in line waiting for her to sign our books and the food decorating ideas she had displayed for all of us only made you want to be a part of her parties even more.

Having only browsed the sections of the book that really caught my eye (this is more then 50%) i will say she fills each idea/ event with multiple photos and little tips along the way to help you understand how she got from the idea to the reality. that part helps the most. she's very honest about "doing what you can do best, and ordering out on the rest". she emphasis making the party and entertaining your focus and not all the labor to do everything yourself. the book really does provide direction to mimic a party she's done or just pull a few details here and there.

its nice to see her personal examples and having been at her quick demos during the book signing you can tell that she really has done all of this on her own and she's sharing her ideas with you. its a great resource to have, and its filled with tidbits to make each party easier: my personal favorite "The Bar Review" a quick guide to how much alcohol/food/appetizer you'll need to keep your crowd pleased! thanks Cheryl!
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars CherylStyle on the bookshelf! May 29, 2012
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CherylStyle founder Cheryl Najafi puts her creative and low-stress party planning concepts into an easy-to-read reference book. She believes it's life's little moments that make up the important parts of our lives and shows readers creative and innovative ways to make those moments memorable.

Like most husbands, I leave party planning to my wife (not out of the disinterested laziness associated with most husbands, but having been chased out with a vegetable peeler). I got this book to help her get great ideas and lower the stress level during the planning stage. It's full of innovative ideas, expert tips and just plain fun.

"You're So Invited: Panic Less, Play More, and Get Your Party On!" breaks the conventional rules with great visuals, photographs, and illustrations for with every tip and detail. Cheryl's fresh approach to entertaining will help us (my wife) plan our next party without worry. That way, we can focus on having fun with our guests.

This book belongs in every kitchen. An excellent book to give the party planners in your life!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully Creative!! June 1, 2012
Format:Hardcover
This book is chalk full of easy to do, creative ideas! It takes the normally overwhelming idea of entertaining, in a busy life, to a whole different level. Now, I can't wait to invite friends over to use the ideas in this book! My friends will know they are the center of the PARTY!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Definitely not a slave to good taste!
There are some good organizational suggestions for those who are completely unfamiliar with how to plan and organize a party. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Lisa
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, do-able party ideas!
I love this book! I have read a lot of party-planning books, and this is definitely in my top 3 favorites. Many new-to-me ideas, all very do-able.
Published 4 months ago by EEH
3.0 out of 5 stars Didn't meet my expectations!
Just didn't have the party ideas I was looking for. I got some ideas on the first 10 pages. Maybe those were not gatherings I wanted to do.
Published 5 months ago by Barb
5.0 out of 5 stars New ideas
I'm a veteran entertainer and have enjoyed Cheryl's book. It is a fun and interesting read and I cannot wait to try out some of her new ideas. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Barbara Bradway
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm Glad I Was So Invited!
To see and handle Cheryl Najafi's "You're So Invited" is to intensify whatever you might once have thought it would be to handle flashing energy in book form. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Gene Valentine
2.0 out of 5 stars 15 five star reviews in 3 days???????
I always wonder when i see so many review in such a short time. Why hasn't there been any since june 1st? I got this at a local store. I havent read it yet. Read more
Published 11 months ago by hi
5.0 out of 5 stars I Want to be Like...Cheryl
This book is literally everything you have ever "pinned" on your Pinterest Party Board with the convenience of step-by-step instructions that are right in front of you! Read more
Published 11 months ago by TenDencies
5.0 out of 5 stars Even for total beginners, it's a helpful book!
I've never been excited about hosting parties before. It always seemed like too much work. If we're getting together with friends, I'd rather meet anyplace besides our home. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Jennifer Marshall
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the book!
Love the book! I don't paticularly like to cook but I love to throw parties and especially like the decorating/theme part of the planning process. Read more
Published 11 months ago by dwerstler
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm So Invited and I Just Can't Hide It
I heard Cheryl's presentation at SNAP 2012 and was inspired and charmed by her easy-to-follow ideas for entertaining. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Al Goldman
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