Picture an old European street after the first snow: lanterns lit, garlands on every doorway, a cathedral spire at the end of the road. That is the feeling of a Christmas market, and this card brings it to your own courtyard, patio or living room.
It is perfect for a mulled wine night, a holiday party with food stations, a craft and cookie swap, or a gathering for friends who miss the markets in Germany or Austria. Add your family name, the date, the time and where it happens, and mention the mulled wine so guests know what to expect.
Make it a real market: a pot of mulled wine on the stove, soft pretzels with mustard, roasted nuts in paper cones, gingerbread hearts, a few string lights and a table where guests can sell or swap homemade gifts. Ask everyone to bring a mug; it saves dishes and becomes part of the fun.
