Author:Lori
Holidays, Savor

Easy Apple Cider Sangria!

November 20
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Apple Cider Sangria is not only a pretty sip…but a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving beverage selection!  I know the holiday is only two days away…but this recipe is so simple to make and it will be sure to delight your guests with it’s sweet fall flavors!  AND you can present this delicious drink in something as simple as mason jars…one of my favorite casual ways to serve, well, almost anything!  So let’s get right to it today…I’m quite certain that everyone is busy planning the last details of their feasts!

apple cider sangria…holiday yum!

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A Rustic Thanksgiving Table

November 8
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Since the big turkey day is only a couple weeks away, I’m excited to share some really simple and creative ideas to set a rustic Thanksgiving table!  Everyone seems to get a tad stressed when it comes to these celebratory, holiday meals…and unfortunately I can’t offer much professional advice concerning the overall meal prep as I’m not so great at it myself!  (my husband & mother get to take most of that credit!) But I can show you some really easy inspiration to add special touches to your table that will make any meal look amazing!  I enjoy keeping things on the casual side…but that doesn’t mean I have to skimp on the pretty!  So today I’ve teamed up with my friends at Fun to Eat Fruit and Espresso Dave’s to share some unique ways to make your Thanksgiving celebration shine!  Whether you love rustic decor, something elegant, or even whimsical…you can take these ideas and apply them to whatever works for you!  So let’s get ready to give thanks ’round a thoughtful table!

rustic Thanksgiving table…relaxed celebration!

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How to Serve up a Fall S’mores Bar!

November 1
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Halloween festivities have come to an end but autumn still has more to offer!  How about treating your family and friends to a fall s’mores bar by the fire?  S’mores seem to be everyone’s favorite, fall snack and I can see why!  It’s such a seasonal delight to be fireside on a cool, crisp evening with a roasting stick in hand!  And once that mallow is toasted to your heart’s desire and sandwiched between chocolate & crunchy graham crackers…it’s hard not to have your mouth water with anticipation of that first gooey bite!  So I think it’s fair to say that a s’more will NEVER disappoint!  I’m sure you’ve probably seen some of the different ways this treat is now served up with a twist…you can let your creativity and your taste buds go wild!  The traditional s’more is always a hit but why not try some fun combinations for an extra special treat!  Get ready to savor the season…

gather ’round the fire for a fall s’mores bar!

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Easy Halloween Party Favor Ideas!

October 25
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If you’re hosting a spooky soiree…you might be thinking of Halloween party favor ideas!  And if you’re going to be attending one…you might need a hostess gift!  I love packaging up little party favors and thank-you gifts for party-goers or for hosts!  It really can be an easy thing to do…and it never has to be extravagant.  When giving a gift, that age-old saying still holds true:  it’s the thought that counts!  But what’s also true is that we can easily make those “thoughts” look extra cute too!  Since Halloween is just a few short days away and the upcoming weekend might hold plenty of ghoulish gatherings…I have several really easy party favor & gift ideas that you can whip up even last minute!  It’s more fun to treat than trick…so let’s hand out some happy!

frightfully fun halloween party favors!

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Four Festive Ideas for a Halloween Treat Table!

October 17
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A Halloween treat table is one of my favorite ways to celebrate the holiday with my family or friends!  And can you believe that the countdown to all those frightful festivities is getting shorter already?  Tricks & Treats are just around the corner!  So today I’d love to share some really easy ways to whip up some darling goodies and decorations that will make all your favorite ghouls & goblins grin!  Even if you don’t have a  boo-bash planned, these ideas are so simple that you could make an after school snack feel like a party.  Let’s get started…

decorate a halloween treat table…four ways!

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Easy Game Day Snacks!

October 11
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We’re in the midst of football season and I think it’s fair to say most of us put out some game day snacks whether we’re diehard fans or just casual watchers!  You can love football or even hate it…but there’s lots of fun associated with the game no matter how you slice it or dice it…meaning, a tailgate celebration or yummy themed snacks can delight even the non-sport enthusiast!  I say all the time how much I adore easy snack ideas…it’s my belief that if you keep it simple, you’ll be more likely to actually serve up a special treat!  So today, in partnership with Grand Rapids Popcorn, I’d like to share a SUPER easy treat table for a football afternoon…whether you have 3 or 33 guests, these snacks are so easy you could effortlessly delight a crowd! The countdown is on for this weekend’s pig skin parties…so get ready to score an easy dessert-time win!

game day-snack day!

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Halloween DIY Decorations!

October 5
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DIY decorations are so much fun to create at any time of the year…but there’s something about Halloween that makes them extra fun!  I think that this holiday is so whimsical and lighthearted that even a novice DIY-er (like myself) can let their creativity shine with easy projects that have plenty of wiggle-room where perfection is concerned!  Recently my husband and I joined a supper club and I’m dying to host a small soiree this month…so holiday touches will be mandatory for my table!  Let me share some of the decorations I’ll be using…and I’ll show you how to make them too!

set a halloween table in diy style!

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Style a Whimsical, Fall Dessert Table!

September 27
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A fall dessert table is a wonderful way to celebrate the new season with family and friends!  Who doesn’t love the flavors of autumn…or just desserts for that matter?  Today I’d love to share some whimsical ways to put a twist on a treat table to welcome the season…and I’m so excited to do this in collaboration with Tiffany Wong Party!  Printable party decorations are such an effortless way to make your event look amazing whether it’s a big shindig or a simple “ordinary day” occasion…so I’m really happy to share her wonderful designs!  You know by now how much I love easy ways to entertain…especially when they fit my budget! Keeping a celebration in a reasonable price range is not only easy on the wallet but allows me to throw a pretty party more often!  So a little DIY-ing, baking, and repurposing can keep entertaining affordable and achievable…and you CAN do it without sacrificing style!  I’m really tickled pink to share this autumn fun with you…

a fall dessert table…all pretty in pink!

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How to Make DIY Doormats!

September 20
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Fall is the perfect season for having guests in…and when they show up at your door you can set the mood with a DIY doormat you can stencil with a fun design!  The entryway of your home is the first thing anyone sees when approaching or entering into your abode, so why not make it shine with your personality, whimsy and welcoming love!  My friends at Simply Self Storage have some really fun ideas for creating these useful mats and are offering some downloadable stencils to make it even easier!  I’m so happy to be able to share with you this DIY project that you could also make as gifts!  The holidays are approaching fast and a handcrafted doormat would be a wonderful offering that could be personalized to fit the recipient!  So check out the tutorial and be sure to look for the links to download the designs!  Let’s get crafting so we can…

welcome our guests!

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Bright and Colorful Fall Table!

September 13
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If you’re like me, you may be torn between the seasons…but you can have some fun combining them both with a colorful fall table!  The first signs of autumn are exciting and yet I’m not quite ready to completely let summer go…so I decided to mix it up and add bits of both seasons  to a late-summer early-fall celebration!  Bright florals, lots of pretty patterns, tiny pumpkins, and a touch of glam were the elements used to set an eclectic table to serve up tiny tea cakes to my friends.  I hope you enjoy these simple ideas for a cheerful welcome to the new season!

welcome fall with a summer twist!

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