Snapshots

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

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 {brisk mornings spent at Yates Cider Mill enjoying hot cider and donuts}
 {late night dinners}
 {walking the break wall at dusk}
 {monogramming the sand}
{watching the first no-hitter at PNC Park (unfortunately the the Reds}

Autumn Outdoor Décor

Posted on October 4, 2012 by

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Last week I posted about these gorgeous fall porches. One thing I fell in love with was the stacked heirloom pumpkins. I had never seen heirloom pumpkins before, and when I came home to visit my parents my mum had a couple heirlooms in the backyard. So her and I decided to create a cute autumn outdoor décor for under $25. How are you decorating for fall?

Bordeaux is Back

Posted on October 3, 2012 by

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Cotton candy pinks and perfect peaches usually accompany summer lips. When the cooler weather approaches there is a sudden urge to jump for the fire engine red lip colors, and I am thrilled to say that these reds are finally over. The new red in town is more sophisticated and comes in deep wines, merlots and bordeaux versions.  I thought these hues would be the IT color for darker skin and leave lighter skin tones looking slightly gothic. However the shades have proved to look stunning with any complexion. What do you think of this cooler weather trend?

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Apple Fritters

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

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One of my favorite fall treats is quick, easy and under five ingredients. You’ll need oil (I use canola), one apple, one tube of crescent rolls and cinnamon + sugar mixture. Cut the apple into pieces, dip into flour and roll up in the crescent roll, place in a pan of hot oil and turn to brown each side. Remove from the oil and roll into the cinnamon and sugar mixture. Enjoy hot on a brisk evening. 

October Friendship Gift: Mulling Spice

Posted on October 1, 2012 by

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Mulling spice is the ideal old-fashioned aromatic addition to bring the scent and/or taste of fall inside.  Simply simmer with cider or wine to capture the taste and smell of the season in your cup.  I also like to add it to a pot of water (sometimes with the addition of cranberries and oranges) simmering on low to fill the house with a classic scent of autumn. When simmering the water be sure to keep a close eye on the pot and always keep it filled to prevent burning.

Individual Bags of Mulling Spice:
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon(or a pinch) ground clove
¼ teaspoon (or a pinch) ground allspice
pinch of nutmeg
star of anise
cinnamon stick

 {I put the mulling spice in loose tea bags}
 {wrap in a 6×6 inch piece of fabric adorned with twine and a cinnamon stick}
{water, mulling spice bag and cinnamon stick}

{water, mulling spice bag, cinnamon stick, cranberries and orange slices}
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