It's always a challenge coming up with a unique way to display and package wedding and event favors. This little project from Jordan Ferney of Oh Happy Day helps you do just that, with a pretty little touch! The adorable tassels are made by using only three things...your favor boxes, crepe paper, and scissors. Tell me that isn't easy and cheap! Head over to Project Wedding to get the instructions.
What has 8 legs, is black, and is peering out at you from your martini glass? Today's recipe of course! This cocktail is aptly named the Black Widow. Can you see the reasoning behind it? I love this drink and the presentation of it because your guests will believe a big black spider is sitting in the bottom of their glass when you hand them this little baby. So fun, so freaky, and so delicious! This recipe is brought to you by Janelle of Talk of Tomatoes. Her measuring techniques are original, so here's her recipe and directions. Enjoy!
Attacking crows.....
And bleeding hearts....
I love this great project that can turn something brand new, into something that looks like it's been in the family for years. With just a few materials, you can make these timeless, vintage crates, from The House of Smiths, to use as a focal point or fun detail at your next event. Think of using them as a fun vessel to serve food or drinks, display blankets and pillows for a movie night, or even wedding favors. The possibilities are endless!
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Combine cherries and nectarines in a large bowl. Stir in ¼ cup sugar, 2 tbsp flour, lemon zest, juice, and ¼ tsp cinnamon and mix well. Pour into an 11x8-inch baking dish and bake until fruit juices begin to bubble around edges of pan, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, to make the biscuits, combine remaining flour, ¼ cup sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add all butter pieces at once and cut into flour mixture using your fingers or a pastry blender. Incorporate flour just until the mixture is in large crumbles (overworking it will create tough biscuits). Stir in buttermilk and heavy cream, and mix until all ingredients are combined and the dough comes together.
Remove fruit from oven. With a large spoon, drop biscuit dough on top of hot fruit, leaving a bit of space between each biscuit. Sprinkle with Turbinado sugar and return to oven. Bake until the biscuits are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped, about 20 to 25 minutes. Spoon biscuits and berries into serving bowls and serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Variations: Substitute cardamom for the cinnamon; try peaches or rhubarb (or both!) for the nectarines; turn it into a crisp by topping the raw fruit with your favorite topping.
Follow the recipe for the Cobbler, but place this topping on your raw fruit before baking. For the Cherry Nectarine Crumble: Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium size bowl. Add the butter and cut into dry ingredients with your hands, mixing to a coarse crumble. Sprinkle over fruit and bake until fruit is bubbling and top is browned, about 25 to 30 minutes.
Recipe from ReadyMade
I love unexpected elements at a wedding, and this tablescape is just that! Created by April Foster Events, the combination of the black and white stripes, mixed with the brightly colored florals create a unique and gorgeous pairing! Keeping the other elements on the table muted helps to enhance the centerpiece and still maintain a level of sophistication. Simply stunning!
Chances are you've seen these little babies hanging on wedding doors, on walls, or even windows, all over the web. They look stunning and are actually fairly easy to make and are a great way to personalize an event or space. Crafty Southern Mama has one of the easiest tutorials I've seen to ensure you're letters turn out fabulous! And I promise, you won't be cursing halfway through the project either! They are a cinch to make and about $20. Not too bad, huh? Head over here to get started!
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