Entertaining on a 90 degree summer day calls for something really cold and refreshing. We have been enjoying quite a wave of hot weather here in the Midwest, so having a freezer of popsicles and icy treats is a must! I recently made fresh-fruit popsicles (mango peach and strawberry banana), so I decided to use… READ MORE
How to decorate for the transition from summer to fall
It’s technically still summer (the first day of autumn isn’t until September 22), but everyone seems to be in full fall mode. Case in point: Pumpkin spice everything hit grocery stores last month—August! As much as I love watching the leaves change, sipping apple cider and cuddling on chilly nights, it’s always hard saying goodbye… READ MORE
Dreamy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip
The holiday season might be over, but the rest of the year is full of opportunities to both host and attend dozens of delightful parties! We all know that hosting a party involves significant recipe planning, decorating and prepping, but being a guest doesn’t mean you get off scot-free. The next time you ask a… READ MORE
How to throw a “berry sweet” birthday party
In our family, we have a tradition in which, on your birthday, you get to choose what type of birthday cake you’d like. Everyone has their favorites, and they usually involve some combination of chocolate and vanilla. Does this sound like your family? Chocolate and vanilla are classics, but every now and then it’s a… READ MORE
Frosty Peach Bellini Recipe
We’re enjoying beautiful summer weather here in Chicago. There have been a few hot days, but each one has been followed by a pleasantly cooler one. We’re definitely being spoiled, but I’m intent on enjoying this beautiful weather while it lasts. That means spending as much time as possible outside with friends and family. Summer… READ MORE
Chocolate Peppermint Mousse
Hello everyone, If you’re like me, you are probably deciding what desserts to make for the holidays. I remembered I made this yummy Chocolate Peppermint Mousse for Valentine’s Day and thought it would be perfect for Christmas, too. Maybe just change up the little hearts for tiny peppermint marshmallows or white sanding sugar or cute… READ MORE
Chocolate Peppermint Mousse
Hi everyone! I hope everyone is staying warm. The weather here in Chicago has been so frigid. Below zero, burr! I really didn’t care to go outside today (made that mistake yesterday). With the fireplace going, it’s so toasty inside and perfect for making a little dessert. How about a Chocolate Peppermint Mousse? Great way… READ MORE
Painted Lighted Canvas
Greetings everyone! Have you’ve seen some of the wonderful lighted signage that seem to be popping up in the stores? I did a New Year’s Eve post for Tiny Prints blog (that will be posted this weekend) , and, as part of the decor for the post, I made this painted lighted canvas for our… READ MORE
