I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! Here is a 3 part tutorial for DIY handmade Christmas trees by Beautiful Matters. I love these for the mantle or for a center piece on the holiday dinner table. You could get creative and use other items to cover the trees too, like cranberries or peppermint swirl candies. See below for the links.
DIY Handmade Christmas Trees - PT. 1
DIY Handmade Christmas Trees - PT. 2
DIY Handmade Christmas Trees - PT. 3
These handmade cake toppers by Madeline Trait are made from laser cut plywood and hand painted. Colors and sayings are customizable. If you're not the best cake decorator, these are sure to dress up the simplest cake!
*All photos are owned by Madeline Trait
Here are a few different recipes for healthy, homemade gummy bears. These little gummy bears make great healthy snacks, favors & gifts.
Each link below contains a few different flavor recipes.
Healthiest Homemade Gummy Bears by Simplytaralynn.com
Homemade Gummy Bears in 4 Wholefood Flavors by Wholesome-cook.com
Cloud Parade is the first ever online marketplace to shop and design your own event. You can filter by categories, colors or styles to navigate around the site and find items or inspiration for your dream wedding or other event. If you find items you like, put them in your own 'Cloud' & purchase them directly from the Cloud Parade site. You can also view other brides/vendors 'Clouds' and if you want to purchase everything in their 'Cloud', there is an "I want it all" option and every item in that 'Cloud' will be placed in your cart. Sounds easy enough....now, happy Cloud hunting!
How sweet are these coasters? A perfect hostess gift - for Easter perhaps? The creation of uncommon I found it on their Etsy Shop. These wooden coasters come in a pack of 5 for $20. A steal!
Got Guests? Or need a hostess gift? Here are some last minute recipes to add to your repertoire courtesy of SBB Gourmet Catering (via Santa Barbara Wedding).The almonds and bark are also very easy-- and beautiful-- for dessert tables or gifts. Planning a party? The smoked salmon gaufrettes are a perfect for New Years.
1. Preheat the oven to 350F
2. In a large bowl, toss almonds in olive oil until well coated.
3. Sprinkle with sea salt and rosemary
4. Spread evenly on baking pans, and bake for about 10 minutes, or until light golden brown in color.
{you could use any combination of fruit and nuts you like but the cranberries and pistachios are a yummy combo}
1. Melt chocolate in a double boiler or a microwave
2. Pour chocolate into a parchment paper lined 8×8 pyrex baking dish
4. Sprinkle pistachios and cranberries over chocolate
5. Using a spatula, spread the mixture evenly back and forth to an even thickness
6. Sprinkle salt over bark
7. Allow to sit out until set, 1-2 hours
8. Break into chunks and enjoy {or share if you can}
remember this is not rocket science no need to be precise with your measurements just have fun!
Note: we make our own waffle potato crisps but to make this recipe an even easier addition to you holiday celebrations there are plenty of quality store bought options available
1. dice salmon into nice small pieces
2. mix salmon with fresh chopped dill
3. top each potato crisp with 2 tsp of salmon mixture
4. pipe a dollop of crème fraiche onto each and top with chive. For a luxurious splurge you could also add a little caviar on top.
Happy New Year!! I hope 2011 is full of the people you love and perfect moments! xoxo EventLucky
This tasty treat when packaged just right makes for perfect Christmas party favors. These whip up fast and can also be used for Christmas gifts for neighbors, friends and teachers. Click HERE for the recipe and printable tag. Be sure to make a double batch. You'll see why once you taste it.
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A quick, easy and inexpensive way to bring a splash of that beautiful fall color into your home. Click HERE for instructions. WARNING: Beware of dogs. I had a dog come and snatch one of my berry twigs as it fell to the ground. Darn dog. Have fun!
Who doesn't love being able to tell people where to sit? Have fun assigning places this Thanksgiving with these tasty tags. You can download the place cards from our picture here for FREE! These place cards can also be used for gift tags, party bags, and decorations.
What you need:
Name Tags (click HERE)
Small Container (I used small votive candle holders)
Candy
Large Colored Paper Clips
Putting it together:
1. Cut out the name place cards and put names on them.
2. Fill container with candy.
3. Straighten one end of a large paper clip.
4. Slide rounded end of paper clip onto the name card.
5. Stick the straight end of the paper clip down into the candy.
6. Set name cards at everyone's place.
ENJOY!!!
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