We’re here today to give you the most delicious cocktail recipe for this Thanksgiving. Your family and friends are sure to love it! We’re calling this drink The McAlister because the McAlister House gives a warm feeling and welcomes you in every room you’re in! We hope you enjoy this festive fall drink! Today I’m […]

Our popular artisan market is back! This time, with a holiday twist! Come shop, sip, and enjoy the start of the holiday season. Below are our incredible vendors who will be there for you to shop from! Carolina Dandy//Embroidered Linens and Gifts Looking for something sweet to gift someone this holiday season? Look no further! […]

Although October seems to be a great month to host a Murder Mystery Dinner Party with Halloween on the horizon, celebrating is a year round activity! November is also a great time because you’re already hosting loved ones! Try putting a twist on it! I’m going to share the “how-to” post for Murder Mystery parties! […]

Today, we’re bringing back one of our most spooky posts: Spooky Spider Halloween Decor! When decorating for Halloween, we like to keep it simple, yet impactful. That’s why when we saw these massive black spiders, we knew we had found the perfect thing for this spooky season! They are from Amazon (shop below!) and we […]

At the beginning of a new season, there’s always a chance to usher it into our homes, gatherings, and celebrations. It doesn’t have to happen all at once, but it can be gradual and slow, just as a season transitions in nature. You don’t immediately need to do all the autumn things at once. You […]

When it comes to decorating for the holidays, there are certainly things I like to take care of myself, but there are also things I want to get my kids involved with! Last year, we hosted a pumpkin painting party for my oldest two and their buddies. It got me thinking: what if my daughter […]

There aren’t many parties or gatherings I host that don’t include a charcuterie board of some kind or another. They are quite simple to create, utilizing a few key categories, but they give the appearance of abundance and thoughtfulness. When people come over for any occasion, it’s nice to have something for them to snack […]

A few weeks ago we had the joy of hosting our first Artisan Market. And my oh my, it was FUN! Part of the goal at McAlister-Leftwich House is to create room for community and support and honestly, we can’t think of a better way to do that than to invite local vendors and the […]

It’s only mid-November, and the leaves are still colorful in Greensboro, NC, but we’re already dreaming of Christmas over here at McAlister-Leftwich House! There are so many ways to “do” Christmas in your home, and we wanted to bring a little cheer to you this year. While this tabletop is bright and happy, it also […]

When decorating for Halloween, we like to keep it simple, yet impactful. That’s why when we saw these massive black spiders, we knew we had found the perfect thing for this spooky season! They are from Amazon (shop below!) and we ended up getting two packs, one large duo pack and one pack of mixed […]