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Cranberry Bourbon Fizz Recipe
Who says cranberries have to be in sauce this year? The seasonal fruit is a traditional favorite with a tartness that pairs perfectly with turkey, but here's a new way to enjoy the tradition. Cranberry Bourbon Fizz is a light and luscious cocktail great for your Thanksgiving feast and holiday festivities! Cranberr...May 22, 2019 -
Bread Basket Napkin Fold
Hello! And how are you, our dear smarties? We plan to discuss something simple yet delicious and a method to keep them warm for your guests today. What do you think today's food is going to be? Bread? Absolutely! Bread making, my friends, is art! Bread is made from dough and baked in an oven. The dough is prepare...May 22, 2019 -
Smarty's Thankful Tree Centerpiece
Looking for a cute activity to add to your Thanksgiving line-up? A Thankful Tree makes a fun centerpiece that's both interactive and meaningful. Let guests express their gratitude by writing down what they're thankful for and adding it to the tree before dinner. It's a great way to remember what Thanksgiving is a...May 22, 2019 -
DIY Squash Centerpiece Vase
Who knew gourds could make such a gourd-geous fall centerpiece vase? Incorporating natural elements into your fall decorations is a great way to celebrate the season and all it brings to the table. This DIY squash vase centerpiece looks beautiful as the focal point of a fall feast. Just group a variety of butternut...May 22, 2019 -
DIY Cute Mini Pumpkins
I just love the idea of decorating with mini pumpkins! There are so many different ways to use them in your festive fall events. Today we're sharing our tutorial for DIY mini pumpkins that can be used as place cards or favors for your guests! This DIY is so simple and super cute! What you need: black tulle ribb...May 22, 2019 -
BOO-zy Halloween Inspired Cocktails
If you're looking to brew up a few boos this Halloween, we have a wicked cocktail line-up for you! Whether you're throwing a Halloween wedding or a neighborhood bash, your guests will be impressed with these perfect potions. Halloween Cocktails Smashing Pumpkintini What you need: 1.5 parts silver rum 1 part Gran...May 22, 2019 -
Not Just Popcorn: Gourmet Popcorn Bar
We love the idea of DIY bars or buffets at events because guests enjoy customizing food to their liking, and this may be one of our favorite ideas for fall! Introducing the Gourmet Popcorn Bar. Something about the words gourmet popcorn just makes my mouth water. Popcorn is already fun, but when you add gourmet se...May 22, 2019 -
Autumn Harvest Punch Recipe
Saturday is National Punch Day! In preparation for this day, we've put together a delightful Autumn Punch recipe just for you. Using seasonal fruits, this Autumn Punch is jam-packed with the sweet flavors of the season! It can be tough preparing a signature drink for a whole party, but this recipe is enough to qu...May 22, 2019 -
Fall Leaf Napkin Fold Tutorial
How are you doing, Smarties? It is September. The temperature is noticeably more relaxed than in the scorching summer. The hot sun is long forgotten with the wet, cloudy weather. Gone is the green, mostly from nature. Instead, we see yellow, orange, and red hues everywhere we turn. People are busy harvesting the...May 22, 2019
