I love these easy "clocks" to make for New Year's Eve. Just acordian fold the paper as you would for an old-fashioned fan. Glue 4 of them together to make a complete circle. Make paper clock hands and glue them on. Stick-on numerals or ones you make complete the clock-striking-midnight look.The countdown numbers are easy to make and stick into a … [Read more...]
Free Printable Napkin Rings
I love a beautiful ribbon bow serving as a napkin ring for holiday meals and parties. They add a lot of color to a table, they make the napkin seem like a present, and they can be reused every year! But sometimes you are going for a more simple, elegant look. Enter these printable napkin rings with your guests' name printed on each. If you add … [Read more...]
Cranberry Jalapeno Spread on Cream Cheese
Here's a beautiful appetizer with tons of flavor for any holiday party.Cranberry Jalapeno Spread1 cup dried cranberries1 cup orange juice1/2 cup diced red onion1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1/2 cup fresh lemon or lime juice1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon saltMix well and chill … [Read more...]
60 Snacks in 20 Minutes or Less
I love these recipes. There are the inexpensive: deviled eggs, flavored popcorn, There are the gourmet: marinated olives, stuffed dates, and fresh figs (or jam which is cheaper) on whipped ricotta on toast. Most are really nutritious: spiced nuts, various kinds of hummus (frozen pea hummus sounds really good), kale chips, and smoky fried … [Read more...]
Gourmet Appetizer: Sweet Potato Bacon Endive Boats
These appetizers look so cool and sound wonderful. The flavors and textures do everything an appetizer should do: wake up your taste buds!These would be great for an Oscars viewing party, a New Year's Eve Party, or anytime you want something extra special. Enjoy!Click title for link at YumSugar. … [Read more...]
A Great Oscar Party with Fun Costumes
It's not too late to plan an Oscar party. It's one of my favorite kind of parties because anything goes. Be sure to invite your guests soon so they have a chance to work on their costumes. Ask guests to come in costume that have to do with one of the nominees (film or actor) or wear their old prom/bridesmaid dresses. Or just dress in some … [Read more...]
Citrus Slices with Pomegranate Seeds or Dried Cranberries for Mixed Drinks or as a Winter Salad
A fresh fruit salad is welcome this time of year & all the citrus fruit in season makes this a winner.This is a beautiful salad of sliced citrus fruits (your choice) with pomegranate seeds sprinkled over all. There is a vanilla syup drizzled over it & it sounds wonderful. My idea is to use dried cranberries if you don't have a pomegranate … [Read more...]