If you are craving a change in tradition rather than just a slice of pie this holiday season then here are 3 great ways to keep Turkey day fun and exciting! Host a cocktail party! Instead of setting the table with plates of food, invite a mixologist into your home. This holiday is always centered …
Category: Holidays
Nov 12 2016
Carnation Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Thanksgiving is the perfect time of year to bake and serve this Turkey Day staple. If you’re looking for the perfect pumpkin pie to impress family and friends, try this rich and creamy recipe. Carnation Classic Pumpkin Pie Makes: 8 servings Ingredients: • 1 can (354 mL) Carnation regular or 2% evaporated milk • 1 pastry for 10-inch …
Oct 16 2016
Halloween Is In The Air!
I recently went on a trip to Seaside, Oregon during the fall. I love being near the ocean during the cold Autumn months! The rain over the waves crashing on shore is just magical and perfect for the Halloween season. I’m back home now and decorating my sweet humble abode with Halloween candles and lights. …
Oct 12 2016
Mini No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecakes
Mini pumpkin cheesecakes so good guests will want thirds Take the bite-sized dessert trend to the next level this Halloween or Thanksgiving with a mini pumpkin cheesecake. This no-bake treat is perfect for getting the kids involved, and the budget-friendly ingredients can be found at your local Walmart. Mini no-bake pumpkin cheesecakes Makes 24 Ingredients: …
Oct 05 2016
Traditional Halloween Pumpkin Recipes
It is difficult to think of Halloween as being anything other than a purely commercial holiday. However, there are many traditional recipes associated with Halloween that reveal the holiday’s history and importance. Many of these recipes can be made with one sole source—the pumpkin! One of the essential components of Halloween, the pumpkin is the …
Oct 03 2016
10 Inspiring Halloween Painted Pumpkin Ideas on Instagram
Looking for some inspiration for Halloween pumpkin decorating this year? Then check out these amazing painted pumpkins on Instagram: 1. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Fall porch. #greatpumpkin #snoopy #pumpkins #paintedpumpkins #butternutsquash #flyingace #linus #charliebrown #pinspiration #halloween #frontporch #babyfoodjarlids #handpainted #walmartforthewin #squirrelsgoaway #shouldhavedonehouseworkinstead A photo posted by Valerie Fischer (@8littlefisch) on Sep …
Oct 02 2016
Simply Healthy Halloween Treats: Banana Ghosts
Making good food fun is a great way to keep kids on track with a healthier lifestyle. If you’re looking for a sweet & healthy Halloween treat that’s incredibly simple to make, and will also appeal to kids, then try these banana ghosts this season. They only require two or three ingredients at the most, and can be …
Sep 28 2016
Healthy Halloween Treat: Green Apple Monsters
These healthy Halloween snacks won’t leave you feeling guilty after serving them at your child’s Halloween party! They’re mostly fruit and peanut butter, and make for unique & tasty Halloween treats that are festive, but not too scary. Green Apple Monsters Ingredients: Green apples Sunflower seeds Peanut Butter Strawberries Edible googly eyes – you can usually …
Apr 16 2016
Mother’s Day Craft: Relaxing Neck Wraps
This is a great little craft to make any mom who enjoys unwinding in the tub or propped up on the bed with a good book. They are easy to make, are fairly inexpensive and can be made by any child of any age. What you will need: Large men’s sports socks (preferably brand new …