Author:Lori
Holidays, Savor

Haunted Dinner Party!

October 22
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Hosting a haunted dinner party is such a fun way to celebrate the holiday!  You don’t have to go over-the-top with scary decorations unless you want to…a Halloween party is one of those situations where ANY decor is fair game!  But if you’re more on the side of not-so-spooky, you can still create a moody vibe that will be a holiday delight to your guests!  Today I’m so excited to share with you some really simple decorations that are hauntingly beautiful and still easy to create!  And as an extra bonus, I’ve teamed up with some blogger friends who are also sharing recipes fit for any haunted house!  You can find all their links at the end of the post, including my recipe for a dark & decadent dessert that’s perfect for a sinister soiree!  Let’s set the table, light the candles and serve up a spooky good time!

haunted dinner party…happy ghouls!

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Cider and Doughnuts!

October 17
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Cider and doughnuts go hand-in-hand during autumn if you ask me!  Especially those delicious apple cider and cinnamon sugar pastries that seem to be calling for tummies to rumble everywhere!  One of my most anticipated activities is visiting the apple orchard to grab up some sweet cider and goodies from the bakery!  It’s something that makes fall so special to me!  And since my family eats a fair share of autumn inspired doughnuts, I thought I’d create a DIY serving stand so I could dish out one of our favorite sweets throughout the season and beyond!  So let me share this simple craft project with you along with a fun way to serve up…

spooky cider & doughnuts!

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Orange Creamsicle Halloween Fun!

October 10
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Orange creamsicle has been a popular flavor in my home for many years!  The boys couldn’t wait for our local ice cream shop to open in the spring so they could get their first larger-than-life orange & white swirly cone of the season!  But just because summer has gone doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy this wonderful flavor.  It’s not only delicious but the color is perfect for the holiday!  And because it’s been a flavor that brings back so many memories, it’s extra special to find new ways to serve it up for an autumn surprise!  Today I’m sharing how I incorporated this family favorite into some unexpected holiday treats!  Let’s dish up the citrus-inpsired fun…

“orange” you glad it’s Halloween?

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A Creepy-Crawly Halloween Treat!

October 3
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Creepy crawly things go perfectly with Halloween don’t you think?  It’s the only time of year when most of us actually welcome all kinds of frightful critters into our homes!  We have the go-ahead to decorate with the craziest things…and it’s completely acceptable!  So today I’d like to share a whimsical way to display some holiday goodies along a few icky insects!  Simple cupcakes and sodas are ebellished with the easiest DIY decorations on this kid-friendly cart that definitely WON’T scare anyone away!  Get ready to serve up a…

creepy crawly holiday

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Lemon Theme Fall Picnic!

September 26
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Lemon theme parties are so popular during spring and summer…but fall is still a lovely time to enjoy the sunny fruit!  Just because summer is slowly turning into a new season doesn’t mean there’s not time to relax in the warm weather and celebrate outdoors!  Today I’m sharing some fun and delicious ways to do just that!   Join me for a simple DIY, a semi-homemade recipe, and a sweet picnic in lemon style!  You can even get some darling printables to make your next celebration shine bright!  Let’s say “yay” to fall…AND that happy lemon!

lemon party…picnic style!

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Coffee Bar Styling for Fall!

September 19
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A coffee bar is a wonderful addition to any breakfast or brunch gathering!  If you’re hosting any kind of event during the wee morning hours, coffee is a drink most guests will appreciate!  You can include other beverage alternatives too…but the basic idea is to set up a self-serve station that’s easy!  Today I’m sharing how I used my patio buffet to create an outdoor coffee bar to celebrate fall!  The great thing about this kind of treat table is that you can honestly set one up anywhere…a countertop or any piece of furniture that will hold the goods will do.  Add in some simple pastries for guests to indulge on and maybe a seasonal decoration or two and you have a morning treat that will start the day on a sweet note (and a kick of caffeine)!  So let’s raise a cup of joe to fall AND styling a simple coffee bar!

hello coffee bar…hello fall!

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Fun with S’mores!

September 12
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Fun with s’mores isn’t over just because summer is winding down!  In fact, my family actually eats more of this gooey treat during autumn than any other time of year!  When the temperatures begin to drop we look forward to gathering around a fire & roasting those mallows to then squish them between chocolates & cookie crackers! (not to mention eating them!)  We’re lucky to have a pretty lengthy fall around here so I love coming up with new ways to enjoy this sweet treat all season long!  Today I’ve pulled together three fun ways to serve them with a twist along with tutorials & recipes to help make it easier!  I’m even sharing a couple decorating favorites AND a simple hack should you encounter a baking disaster! 🙂  Let’s stock up on the traditional supplies…and add s’more ooey gooey delight to your fall festivities!

let’s have s’more fun with s’mores!

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Back to School Ideas!

August 29
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Back to school season is upon us!  Some kids still have a few days of summer vacation left and some have been back in the classroom for a while now…but no matter what date the first day of classes are, you can serve up a festive breakfast to celebrate the school year!  Even if you don’t have littles in the house anymore you can still set a more grown up table with some grab-and-go goodies for the older kiddos in your life!  By using simple school supplies you might already have around the house you won’t even have to shell out any dough…unless you’re actually purchasing pastries from the baker!  Today I’m so excited to show you these simple ideas along with some of my blogger friends who will be sharing their recipes for some wonderful back to school goodies!  So let’s start the school year right…

back to school is as easy as one, two, three!

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Cinnamon Ice Cream!

August 22
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Cinnamon ice cream is one of my family’s favorite summertime treats!  Actually, we often make this indulgent recipe throughout the year…and since cinnamon is the main flavor, it’s wonderful to serve during autumn AND the holidays too!  The inspiration for this yummy dessert was sparked after sampling something similar in an ice cream parlor in Indiana.  It was a favorite place for my mom to go when she was a kid, and it’s still operating today!  Because this shop is so far away, we concocted our own version to make whenever we got the craving!  Today I’d like to share this easy recipe with you…and also a sweet way to serve it!  Summer might be winding down, but there’s always room for ice cream!

we all scream for cinnamon ice cream!

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Pina Colada Cupcakes!

August 7
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Pina Colada Cupcakes…sounds like a perfect summer treat doesn’t it?  If you love the summertime cocktail AND love a good cupcake, this yummy bite will be for you!  Today I’m sharing the recipe for this festive dessert…and I’m even sharing a sweet and easy way to serve it!  It doesn’t take a lot to make an ordinary day feel like a celebration so let’s get right to it…

cheers to pina colada…cupcakes!

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