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  • Haunted Gingerbread House Template

    Here's a question for you. Which cultural and religious festival is celebrated on December 25th? If your answer was Christmas, you are correct. Who doesn't know about Christmas, right? Christmas trees, wreaths, mistletoe, Santa Claus, and Christmas stockings are some...

  • Halloween Cocktail Recipe: The Raven

    The Raven is a Poe-etically inspired blackberry cocktail recipe that's sure to ruffle your guests' feathers. This deliciously dark spin on the classic mojito will fit right in at your ghoulish gala this Halloween! What you need: Makes 1 cocktail...

  • Marshmallows Dipped In Chocolate

    Chocolate covered marshmallow pops are the perfect addition to a dessert buffet and fondue station! While you have your chocolate fountain running, why not add some marshmallows and toppings to the buffet line? What's great about chocolate covered marshmallow pops...

  • How to Make a S'mores Roasting Station

    Hello, smarties! I am planning my stepdaughter's birthday party. So, I thought of taking you all along the way. You can also use our party ideas that catch your eyes at your events.  Put Old Things to Good Use  When...

  • Peach, Gold & Tiffany Blue Dessert Station

    Need an excuse to drag out all of the adorable servingware gear left over from a wedding? I was finally able to put to use the chocolate fountain and drink dispenser I got from my wedding registry along with some...

  • Fabulous Maple Syrup Fountain

      Heyy Smarties! Back when I was at Mizzou (and occasionally to this day), I associated with some amazing people. They loved tailgating! These guys were out at the crack of dawn, regardless of the weather, in the designated parking...