FamilyFun Magazine’s Spooktacular Halloween Ideas
Throwing a party for little ghouls and goblins? Here are a few Spooktacular ideas from Family Fun Magazine. Continue reading FamilyFun Magazine’s Spooktacular Halloween Ideas
Category: Seasonal Madness
Food Network’s Spirited Candy Corn Cocktail
When planning the neighborhood Monster Bash that really knocks your guests socks off,. it’s important to have a bit of variety. The ultimate Halloween Soiree takes more concentration and time than a simple dinner party. Visualizations and decor need to be considered, costumes and sound effects and music. When planning appetizers, cuisine and beverages, the cocktails really take some thought and planning as they are usually out of … Continue reading Food Network’s Spirited Candy Corn Cocktail
“Out of this World” Hallowe’en happenings in Derry and Strabane
This year’s Hallowe’en celebrations in Derry and Strabane promise to be “Out of this World” when the City and District throws a party like no other as it celebrates 30 years of being spooktacular. The official “Best Hallowe’en Destination in the world” is gearing itself up for the best celebration yet with a packed programme of events and activities for revellers of all ages to … Continue reading “Out of this World” Hallowe’en happenings in Derry and Strabane
Drink and Be Scary with UncommonGreen’s Spooky Literature-Themed Glassware
Halloween is one of the few times a year adults get to be kids again. Throw a spooktacular costume party and enjoy your favorite drink with UncommonGreen’s literary-themed rocks glasses showcasing the classic horror novels Dracula and Frankenstein. Accentuate your Halloween-inspired cocktails with these thoughtfully designed glasses featuring the famous opening lines and first-edition cover artwork of these timeless books, including the signatures of their famous authors, … Continue reading Drink and Be Scary with UncommonGreen’s Spooky Literature-Themed Glassware
Fresh Treats for Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner and are spending the week sharing party tips, tricks and ideas. Today’s “witchy” post are fresh ideas the little ghouls and goblins in the fam will love helping to assemble. Strawberries are the center of today’s Halloween treats. We received a strawberry huller from Trudeau, and this little beauty removes the bitter core and stem in one simple step. We couldn’t … Continue reading Fresh Treats for Halloween
Fresh Design Ideas for the Holidays
As Halloween decorations are being taken down and stored in boxes for next year, decorating for the Thanksgiving and Christmas season works it’s way up the to-do list. Boxes stored in the garage, storage closet or extra room are begging to be opened and plundered for family favorites and treasures of years past. Each trinket pulled from colored tissue offers it’s own memory and sweet … Continue reading Fresh Design Ideas for the Holidays
Take a Breath, Slow it Down, Savor the Holidays by Ginger Johnson
It’s easy to get caught up in commercialism, more so at this time of year. So I wanted to use the column this week to help you take a breath, slow it down, and savor the remaining days of another it-went-too-fast-year. Take a breath. It seems sometimes we overload ourselves with tasks, commitments and obligations that we really don’t need to execute, however intentional or … Continue reading Take a Breath, Slow it Down, Savor the Holidays by Ginger Johnson
Snow vs Palm Trees: Why We Love Being Home at Christmas by Kendra Thornton
Around this time of the year, you can sense the Christmas season approaching without even looking at your calendar. People walk with a livelier step, eager to find the right gifts to place under their trees. The warm and joyous sound of familiar Christmas music fills the air. Chicago is a perpetual winter wonderland throughout the holiday season. Excitement, fun and holiday cheer are guaranteed. … Continue reading Snow vs Palm Trees: Why We Love Being Home at Christmas by Kendra Thornton
Gifts Baskets: Create one-of-a-kind gift baskets filled with locally sourced items
The view from my windows reflect a white winter world. The air is crisp and refreshing to all winter lovers. Although I’m a warm-weather type of girl I do enjoy the holiday season. I love creating special things for my friends and loved ones, as I’m sure many of you do as well. With the holiday season around the corner many of us are trying to figure out what to give to all … Continue reading Gifts Baskets: Create one-of-a-kind gift baskets filled with locally sourced items
Splendid Gift Baskets, Secret Ingredient: Beer! By Ginger Johnson
“Oh Crap!!” How many times have you been wondering or even scrambling last minute to muster up or buy a gift for a host as you’re just on your way out the door? Hmmm? Well, if you’ve found yourself in that position, it’s a great season to think ahead and prepare yourself to be caught at the ready. Here’s a plan to help you be … Continue reading Splendid Gift Baskets, Secret Ingredient: Beer! By Ginger Johnson
