Archives for November 2015

How to Host Thanksgiving Like a Pro, Menu and All

This year one of my daughters-in-law will host Thanksgiving for the first time. And hosting the big day for 12 or more people is not for the faint of heart! This post is for Rachel and all the other young hostess newbies this year. Because with proper for-thought and planning, you can indeed be the “hostess with the most-est” and keep your sanity at the same time! PLANNING The most important thing to remember is that the more you can do {Read More}

Bar Cart Essentials

It’s almost time for holiday parties and celebrations! Are you ready? One way you can prepare for the season’s soirées is by adding a bar cart to your home. It adds a fun element to your decor and makes serving guests a breeze. I’ve put together some items that will help you create the perfect bar cart! I chose chic and modern gold and white as the color scheme. ONE: Bar Cart (similar)  |  TWO: Decanter (similar)  |  THREE: Serving Tray (similar)  |  FOUR: Paper {Read More}

Pomegranate and Cranberry Bruschetta

Pomegranate and Cranberry Bruschetta… easy to make, holiday-party pretty, and totally delish! Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and Christmas parties will be here before you know it! I know many of us are thinking now what to serve at our Thanksgiving celebration and holiday parties; this Pomegranate and Cranberry Bruschetta recipe will be perfect for both! Pomegranate and Cranberry Bruschetta The taste of sweet pomegranate seeds mingled with tart cranberries… a pop of basil… the kick of serrano (which you {Read More}

Turkey Day Inspiration & Sunday Features {55}

It’s that time again…a new week…a new party!!! We love Thanksgiving! It’s a time to come together with family and friends and remind ourselves of all that we should be thankful And since it is right around the corner…we are taking the opportunity to feature all the fabulous Turkey Day Inspiration. As you’re planning the perfect menu and decor for the fun, festive day, check out all these great ideas from our Sunday Features {50} Party last week! 1 Easy Pie {Read More}

Winter Cranberry Martini – Tabler Party of Two

This Winter Cranberry Martini is such a beautiful signature cocktail to serve at your holiday party! Thinking about what signature cocktail to serve at your upcoming holiday parties? I’ve got just the recipe for both your Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings! It’s easy to make, absolutely delicious, and beautiful to boot. The secret that makes this martini so dang good is the cranberry-infused simple syrup. (I was inspired by Swooned Magazine, but changed it up to make it my own.) I {Read More}

Free Thanksgiving Day Printables!

I’m so excited to share these with you! A few weeks back, I posted some Free Thanksgiving Printables that would be perfect for framing. To bless your Thanksgiving celebration, I created more free printables that match two of the framed versions: Flowery Antlers and Elegant. Flowery Antlers This version of printables will go perfectly with any neutral palette. Your free download (below the image) includes cupcake/dessert toppers, placecards, menu and food labels. Simply download and print each of them on card stock. Then cut or {Read More}