The editors at This Old House helped make Blair House, the presidential guest house in Washington, D.C., festive for Christmas. Check out the clever, low-cost ideas they used to create a holiday with a little history.
Some of the presents sent to the president included hand-knit wool socks from Canada, a can of Blum's hard candies, and many ties.
Socks courtesy of Kathleen Taylor, author of the Big Book of Socks. Vintage 1950s tie, collection of Edward J. Potokar. Gift wrap, tissue, and boxes, The Container Store. Vintage-inspired gift cards, Kate's Paperie.
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