Being the host for Thanksgiving is no small undertaking, but when you plan ahead with fuss free, make-ahead crowd favorites you'll breeze through the big day. And nothing is sweeter than ending the big meal on a high note with memorable desserts. Impress your guest with these mini Pumpkin Tassies, a stunning bite sized morsel that will have you're friends and family raving about Thanksgiving long after it is over! Traditions are a big part of Thanksgiving, especially when it comes to food. … [Read more...]
Garlic Herb Butter and Artisan Bread
November 24, 2014 by · 13 Comments
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Market Street. All opinions are 100% mine. Are you hosting Thanksgiving this weekend? Or are you the lucky one that gets to be the guest at someone else's home? We all know that preparing the Thanksgiving meal, or entertaining in general can be a lot of work, so if you got off the hook this year with cooking you can show your appreciation with a lovely hostess gift. No matter what time of year it is our Garlic Herb Butter and Artisan Bread … [Read more...]
Pineapple Cheese Ball
November 21, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. I've mentioned it before, but I think my love of entertaining started early as a child. I have lots of fond memories of our house always being filled with friends or family and lots of yummy food! Around the holidays you could guarantee that my mom would make and serve her famous Pineapple Cheese Ball at least once. I thought I'd bring back a family favorite for our Thanksgiving festivities and my … [Read more...]
Holiday Cranberry Punch
November 20, 2014 by · 14 Comments
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of SOLO® Brand Products. All opinions are 100% mine. The holidays are upon us and I absolutely love that it gives me an extra excuse to entertain with friends and family. From Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, Gingerbread Decorating Parties, Christmas, New Year's Eve and everything in between there are lots of reason to celebrate! And if you are looking for the perfect drink to serve this holiday then you will absolutely love this Holiday Cranberry … [Read more...]
How to Build the Perfect Cheese Board
November 14, 2014 by · 30 Comments
The season for entertaining, parties and gathering with family and friends is finally here! If you are hosting a get together this holiday season don’t let the menu stress you out. I’ve partnered with Albertson’s to show you how to build the perfect cheese board, one of my favorite party appetizers. I love setting out a cheese board with a variety of different cheeses and meats, not only because its easy to throw together, but it's always a crowd favorite! This holiday set out a cheese … [Read more...]
Holiday Entertaining Tips for Your Thanksgiving Table
November 13, 2014 by · 37 Comments
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I love that we have a day set aside just for celebrating the things we are thankful for and spending time gathered around the table with loved ones. And while we should count our blessings daily, there is just something so heartwarming about families gathered around the table together to celebrate their blessings. Plus, I’ve always believed that the best conversations happen when family and friends are gathered together around the … [Read more...]
Be Thankful Vintage Window Decor
November 13, 2014 by · 11 Comments
Is gold still a hot trend? I sure hope so because lately I have been doing lots of projects with lots of gold. Everything from gold glitter pumpkins, sparkly gold t-shirts and now my new Be Thankful Vintage Window Decor. Lucky for me some of my blog friends think metallics are still hot too and we've teamed up to share 7 marvelous metallic projects with you. After months of this vintage window, which came from my husband’s grandmother’s farm, I finally found a use for it. Last month I … [Read more...]
Indian Corn Cookies
November 13, 2014 by · 1 Comment
The other day while I was preparing for my Kids Thanksgiving Table TV segment on The Broadcast I came across this recipe on the Imperial Sugar Kids Kitchen website. I knew I wanted to have an interactive activity that the kids could do and enjoy on Thanksgiving while the adults are busy getting the big meal ready. These Indian Corn Cookies looked easy and my kids agreed that they sounded yummy too! A was talking about the idea with a friend of ours and mentioned that we were headed home to … [Read more...]
Turkey Treat Cups
November 21, 2013 by · 7 Comments
Gobble, gobble it's time for a Thanksgiving treat! These festive Turkey Treat Cups not only give the kids a snack to enjoy while your putting the finishing touches on dinner, but they can be a fun craft activity too. In less than 5 minutes you can whip up these turkey treats and impress your little guest! To me one of the best parts of Thanksgiving is the kids table. That's where all the fun is at, don't you agree? Set out all the supplies at the kids table and let them create their own … [Read more...]
Sugar and Spice Handprint Turkey Banner
November 18, 2013 by · 5 Comments
This is a sponsored post for Imperial Sugar. All opinion are 100% my own. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product. Giggles Galore may have received payment, trade and/or products in exchange for promoting. Nothing melts my heart more than pulling out decorations and finding my kids handprint's from previous years. You don't seem to realize just how much they've grown until you compare those tiny little hands year after year. This year we made a sweet … [Read more...]
