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Monday, December 30, 2013

NEW YEARS COCKTAILS

CHAMPAGNE COCKTAILS
TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR


CHEERS

Apple Champagne
APPLE  CHAMPAGNE

INGREDIENTS

ounces Champagne or sparkling white wine
ounces apple juice
1/4 
teaspoon super fine sugar

DIRECTIONS

  • Add the Champagne and apple juice into a Champagne glass
  • Stir in the sugar, until dissolved
  • Serve with an apple slice on the rim
 
BLUE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL
Ingredients you need
  • 1 oz.Vodka
  • 1/4 ozLemon Juice
  • 2 - 3 dashesTriple Sec
  • 2 - 3 dashesBlue Curacao
  • Champagne
How to make a Blue Champagne CocktailCombine all ingredients except for the champagne in and ice-filled shaker and shake well. Strain into a champagne flute, top with champagne, and serve.



CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL

IN A PUNCH BOWL
Ingredients
  • Brut champagne
  • 1 1/2 ounces brandy
  • 1 1/2 ounces Cointreau
  • 1 bottle club soda
  • Rind of 1 orange(s)
  • Slices of pineapple(s)
  • Slices of orange(s)
  • mint
  • strawberries                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Instructions

In a punch bowl, deposit the ingredients and a berg of ice. Decorate with sliced fresh pineapple and orange and plenty of fresh mint. Crushed fresh strawberries add a gala touch, plus some flavor.




Have you considered a CHAMPAGNE BAR?  Set up an open bottle at each end of the bar. Add glasses next to the bottles and all of your flavorings in between.  Make a bottle of simple syrup to replace the sugar used in the drinks.  Consider the CHAMPAGNE PUNCH served in a large punch bowl.  You may want to write or print recipe cards for each cocktail. Your guests can serve themselves , experiment with new cocktail combinations and enjoy lively conversation.

ENJOY A WONDERFUL NEW YEAR!!

Sunday, December 8, 2013

INSPIRATION TO GET INTO THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND
These are the JOYS of CHRISTMAS


 Make your own winter wonderland

TABLESCAPES


NATURAL ELEMENTS FROM YOUR BACKYARD


COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG THEME WITH PINEAPPLES,
THE SYMBOL OF HOSPITALITY


THRIFT STORE FINDS OR 
MIX AND MATCH FROM YOUR OWN COLLECTIONS


BEAUTIFUL CANDLELIGHT FOR SIMPLE EASY ELEGANCE

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         SO EASY BUT VERY ELEGANT



OR 
YOU AN GO TO DISNEY WORLD (lol)

CHRISTMAS AT DISNEYWORLD

I hope you can use some of these beautiful and impressive ideas that are so easy but make a huge impact for your special Christmas dinners, housewarming parties  and celebrations.  Its the warmth of the season spent with family and friends that make this day so special.

How do you put your personal touch on beautiful decorations to make your home warm and inviting?


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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

HAPPY THANKSGIVING


ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL THANKSGIVING DAY WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS
I THANK ALL OF YOU WHO HAVE READ MY BLOGS AND VISITED OUR WEBSITE 
THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME 
A FEW MINUTES OF YOUR TIME



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Monday, November 18, 2013

HOW TO ANNOUNCE YOU'RE ENGAGED!l


CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!
It's such an exciting journey.
 How will you announce this momentous occasion?
Will you send out announcements, E-Vites, Social Media or 
an Engagement Party?
For close friends and family, Social Media is a great vehicle to reach many in a short amount of time, especially when you just CANT WAIT to share the great news..You may also consider creating YOUR WEDDING WEBSITE".  It's a great way to keep everyone up to date on your wedding plans.You may even consider a party.


WHY HAVE AN ENGAGEMENT PARTY?
Having a party is a wonderful way to bring your 2 families together in a celebratory atmosphere to get to know each other.
Introduce your Bridal Party. You may have chosen friends and family members that don't each other.
It's an announcement and a GREAT reason to CELEBRATE!


WHO HOSTS THE PARTY?
Traditionally, it is the Bride's parents.  In some cases the Groom's parents may want host a party in addition to the Bride's parents, for their extended family and friends,
Today, many couples are hosting their own parties.

WHEN SHOULD THE ANNOUNCEMENT PARTY BE HELD?
Generally, within 2-3 months of the engagement.
Don't forget to send out invitations out one month prior to the party.

(www.Weddingpaperdivas.com)

WHO TO INVITE?
If you are hosting a small, intimate cocktail party or dinner at home or a restaurant, invite parents, close Family Friends, your Bridal Party.

If you going all out and having a large affair, inviting your parents friends, extended family , coworkers are invited in addition to those you would invite to a small party.
Keep the number of people on each side equal, unless the Brides Family and the Groom's Family are each holding parties.

Not everyone at your engagement party needs to be invited to the wedding.Get the word out that you will be having a small wedding. (You WILL be asked a lot of questions about your wedding details!!)   It's not necessary to divulge everything, you may not even know what you plans are!  This is a time for your parents to brag and for you and your Fiance to enjoy the Celebration.


TYPE OF ENGAGEMENT PARTY
You can have anything you want, just don't upstage your wedding. 
What would you enjoy?  What's your style?  
Depending on the time of the year, you could have a backyard BBQ.  
A Brunch is also a wonderful idea, most people enjoy brunch, either at home or a restaurant. Who wouldn't enjoy a wine , Beer or Rum tasting party?
 You may enjoy a more formal cocktail party or a full sit down dinner.  Consider decorating in your wedding color scheme or give a litte peak at your wedding theme.
If one or both of the families have a strong ethnic or cultural background, consider serving some of their foods at your celebration.



ENGAGEMENT PARTY ETIQUETTE
You may want to register for some SMALL GIFTS before your engagement party, even if you don't want gifts.  Someone will always bring something. Wait until after the party to open gifts.
You do not have to have favors, they are not usually expected, except in some cultures.  It is a nice gesture and memory of such a special event.  Pretty boxes of homemade treats are a favorite favor.  Have printed ribbons made with your names and date to make it extra special. 



JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT!!!!
HOW WELL DO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS KNOW YOU?












Monday, November 11, 2013

GOD BLESS OUR VETERANS





"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."
                                              -John Fitzgerald Kennedy


SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AND EXPRESS YOUR GRATITUDE 




Thank you to all of our service men and women.  Words cannot express our love, appreciation and support for you and your families.  Your sacrifices ensure our freedom. 
 GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

TOP ENGAGEMENT RING STYLES

 GORGEOUS ENGAGEMENT RINGS

CLASSIC ROUND DIAMOND RING
The CLASSIC ROUND engagement ring never goes out of style. 
 It is elegant and timeless in its understated simplicity.

HALO STYLE ENGAGEMENT RING
The HALO STYLE engagement ring is a center diamond surrounded by circles of smaller diamonds and semi-precious stones, creating the "HALO."
This style has been one of the most popular trends among celebrities


COLOR 
Personalize your engagement ring
with your
 favorite gemstone or birthstone
EMERALD IS THE NUMBER 1 COLOR STONE FOR 2013-2014 
The EMERALD symbolizes immortality and Faith.  It is the most powerful gemstone for healing energy.

EMERALD CUT EMERALD STONE with BAGUETTE

3 STONE ENGAGEMENT RING

Represents the PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
1920'S ART DECO 3 STONE WITH SAPPHIRES

3 DIAMOND PLATINUM with DIAMOND BAND
VINTAGE or VINTAGE INSPIRED
VINTAGE DECO
FRENCH VINTAGE BLACK GOLD with EMERALDS

FLORAL INSPIRED ENGAGEMENT RINGS
FLORAL LEAF & VINE 14 K  YELLOW GOLD


PAVE FLORAL


Visit this site for EVERYTHING you need to understand about choosing the right shape and style for you.

This is such an exciting time, in your life!  Which style most represents who you are?  
Discussing your preferences will certainly guarantee your perfect engagement ring that surprises you tucked into your Christmas stocking or sparkling in your New Year's Champagne flute.


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Thursday, October 31, 2013

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

HAPPY TRICK OR TREATING 

Enjoy a FUN FESTIVE SAFE HALLOWEEN

AWESOME PUMPKIN CARVINGS

Don't Forget the PUMPKIN SEEDS!

SPICY PUMPKIN SEEDS
INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup raw green pumpkin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • (courtesy of Martha Stewart)

DIRECTIONS

  1. STEP 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin seeds, chili powder, cayenne pepper, coarse salt, and fresh lime juice; toss to coat. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until puffed and browned, about 10 minutes.

  2. GREAT SNACK AFTER A NIGHT OF TRICK OT TREATING! 


  3.  PARENTS, you can enjoy with APPLE CIDER SANGRIA from an earlier blogpost and the kids can enjoy with STRAIGHT FRESH APPLE CIDER OR warm it with cinnamon sticks, if it chilly where you are!