Sweet Bay – Maggie Engstrom

Maggie Engstrom AIFD-CFD, the owner of Sweet Bay, has been a floral designer for over 25 years. She is a member of the American Institute of Floral Design and received her formal training in European Design in Germany with Gregor Lersch. Her work is nature inspired. She is known for floral compositions that are unique and beautiful regardless of your budget. Maggie has demonstrated her floral design creativity throughout the Lowcountry for garden clubs and various organizations. In addition, Sweet Bay offers floral design classes. Seasonal in-store demonstrations will be available for interested parties Please make all inquiries by phone. 843-379-5125.

Maggie is in her 14th season with Homes for the Holidays and her designs are always a crowd favorite.

A visit to her store is “a must” at 915 Bay Street, Beaufort or check out the Sweet Bay website at,
www.sweetbaybeaufort.com.

Louise Mercer, Floral Designer

Louise was a floral designer for over twenty five years in New York. During that time period she designed wedding flowers and decorated houses for the Christmas tour of homes for the Three Village Historical Society. She decorated everything from a two room historical home to a three floor home overlooking the Long Island Sound. Her floral designs have been featured in Better Homes and Gardens magazine and Horticulture Magazine. She also donated her time to fund raisers for the Long Island Museum and for Good Shepherd Hospice in the Stony Brook area.
 
Louise and her husband moved to Beaufort three years ago. Louise has decorated homes for the past two Homes for the Holidays Tour of Homes in Beaufort.

Urban Brew – Anita Boose

I’m Anita Boose, and I’m thrilled to share that this is my fourth year as a designer for Homes for the Holidays. In addition to my design work, I’m also the proud owner of two coffee shops in Beaufort, Urban Brew + Co. My passion lies in Jesus, community, and togetherness, and I’m deeply passionate about design. That’s why I’m excited to contribute my talents to this fundraiser.

When I’m not serving Beaufort the best locally roasted coffee, I design homes for clients and stage homes for realtors. I’ve been married to my best friend for 33 years, and we’ve been blessed with four beautiful children and four adorable grandbabies. My ultimate goal in life is to transform broken things into something beautiful.

Where’d You Get That? – Cheryl Martineau

Where’s You Get That? isn’t just a store – it’s a curated experience. Located in the heart of Beaufort, South Carolina, we specialize in high-quality consignment furniture, home décor, and boutique apparel that blend sustainability with style. Every piece is carefully selected to reflect beauty, character and quality – so whether you’re shopping or consigning, you’re part of something special.

Our mission is to redefine consignment by offering a boutique-like setting that celebrates secondhand treasures and thoughtful design. We proudly support eco-conscious shopping by extending the life of great pieces and eliminating the need for fast fashion. At Where’d You Get That?, every item has a story, and every visit is a chance to discover something unexpected.

Come and see why we’ve been voted Beaufort’s Best Consignment Store and Best of South Carolina – and get ready to hear, “Where’d You Get That?” more often.

You can make a personal visit to WYGT at 9 Marshellen Drive, Beaufort or check out the website at www.wheredyougetthat.org

Lowcals, LLC – Connie Rambo

Connie Rambo is a local Realtor that moved to the area in 2016. She is self-taught in decorating homes by specializing in staging her listings over the years. Before moving to the area from Northern Virginia, Connie worked for a company that “Flipped Homes” way before it started trending on HGTV and DIY. Part of her job was to help in planning the renovations and decorating the homes before they were listed for sale. Connie has also helped Nuances owner, Laurie Thompson, decorate homes for The Beaufort Homes for the Holidays tour for 2 years before getting the opportunity to decorate this year for Lowcals, LLC (her family’s General Store and Takeout Restaurant located in Beaufort.) Heather Cox is assisting Connie this year.

Heather is a realtor and part of The Rambo Team. Heather has gained experience in decorating as she assists The Rambo Team with staging and has also assisted Nuances’ team the past 2 years with The Beaufort Homes for the Holidays tour. Connie and Heather are excited to be able to participate in this wonderful event. She can be contacted at www.theramboteamsc.com.

Social Betty – Cristina Swinney-Garrison

Born and raised in Columbia, SC, Cristina Swinney- Garrison moved to the mountains upon high school graduation and attended Appalachian State where she obtained her degree in Fine and Applied Arts.

After college, Cristina began working as an interior design assistant for approximately ten plus years. In her 30s, she decided to build an empire of her own after she moved to the Charleston area. Cristina began working as a kitchen designer in 2013 and has made high end kitchen design and interior design her specialty.

Although running a company is life consuming, Cristina enjoys spending time on the water or at home with her son, William and husband, Frank and their 2 dogs, Lilly Mae and Lillabet where they now reside in Beaufort, SC.

Visit Cristina’s shop downtown at 900 Port Republic Street or her website at www.beaufortsocialbetty.com.

STAJD by Lowcountry Elite – Brittany Parris & Ryan Scallate

Welcome to STAJD by Lowcountry Elite. Based in the picturesque town of Beaufort, SC, STAJD is your premier home staging and design company, owned and operated by Brittany Parris and Ryan Scallate. With a true passion for transforming spaces, Brittany and Ryan have an exceptional talent for uncovering each home’s unique story and bringing it to life with impeccable staging and design. At STAJD by Lowcountry Elite, we believe every home has the potential to inspire, captivate and sell. Our expertise extends beyond staging – we partner with investors, builders, and homeowners to offer a full suite of services, including design consultation, material selections, remodel guidance, and floor plan optimization. Whether you’re preparing a property for sale or embarking on a design journey, our goal is to make your vision a reality. We would love the opportunity to earn your business and help you achieve stunning results. Let’s work together to create spaces that leave a lasting impression.

You can reach Brittany and Ryan at Lowcountryelitehs@gmail.com.