Designer David Anthony Chenault created a Paris-themed table in the Hines showroom for a past Holiday Fête at the Washington Design Center. Hanging lanterns were wrapped in heritage Sanderson and William Morris prints.
Mount Vernon by Candlelight
November 27 and 28; December 11, 12, 18, 21 and 22
Step back into 18th-century Virginia for a guided, candlelit tour of George Washington’s estate, followed by music, dancing and refreshments.
Holiday Wreath-Making Workshops
December 3 to 6
The floral and events director at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens will lead workshops on site, helping guests create wreaths from fresh evergreens and foliage.
Christmas House Tour & Mistletoe Market
December 4 and 5
Sponsored by St. Albans School, this annual tour spotlights festively decorated homes along DC’s Foxhall Road. Visitors can also shop dozens of local vendors at a holiday market.
Candlelight House Tour
December 5 and 6
A self-guided walking tour takes participants inside elaborately adorned homes throughout Frederick’s historic downtown neighborhood.
Holiday Fête
December 10
Top area design teams will create fantastical holiday vignettes and tablescapes in the Washington Design Center’s showrooms. At press time, participants included David Anthony Chenault, Chad Alan, Iantha Carley, Melissa Colgan, Elizabeth Kannan, Michelle Tremont, Emily Bishop, Hammock Hill Design and Hudson Gray Design. Ticket proceeds support Children’s National. Food, drink and merriment round out the evening. For a complete designer roster, check the design center website, linked above.