Halloween

Pirate Potion Bottles with Personalized Corsets from Jeanne Benedict’s Halloween Cocktails TODAY Show Appearance

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Since pirate Halloween costume parties are one of the most popular themes, a wine cocktail in individual size serving bottles with personalized labels, such as the Hoda & Kathie Lee glitter glam paper bottle corsets, are an ideal libation for the party! 1 bottle Cabernet Sauvignon (750 ml) 1 liter Sprite Juice of 5 Navel […]

September 21, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Grosh Rentable Backdrops for an Amazing Halloween Scene!

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Last weekend I headed up a Halloween charity event. Those who have ever chaired or volunteered for a fundraiser know how busy things get at the last second. (Really every second of the way!) I was able to get some stunning Halloween backdrops from Grosh, a leader in rentable scenic backdrops, which made decorating super easy. Most […]

October 21, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Halloween Bat House Decorating Party

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Get creatively creepy for Halloween by hosting a Bat House Decorating Party! This holiday party idea is great for all ages. You can go “cooky & crafty” for the little ones or “spooky” for the ‘tweens (who may not necessarily craft, yet appreciate the bat-themed decorative efforts!). Make a Bat House Cupcake Centerpiece to anchor […]

October 5, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Halloween-Striped Cinnamon Toast

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So simple, so festive for the kiddies’ breakfast! OK, I’ve been making this cinnamon toast everyday for about a week. Imagine, mom-friendsies, waking up every day before school with all the rush and making this — but it’s really easy. Here’s how the whole shabang began: I’m gearing up for a splashy cupcake Halloween thing […]

October 1, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Huge Halloween “Pumpkin Bun” for Burgers

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This huge “pumpkin bun” hamburger gives new meaning to “The Great Pumpkin.” While you’re hunting through pumpkin patches looking for the perfect Jack-O-Lantern palette, pick up an oblong pumpkin to make this fun “platter.” Serve it to the kids (with some brad buns on the side) as a make-your-own burger dinner on Halloween before trick-or-treating to […]

September 5, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Harvest Hoe Down Party!

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I’ve always felt like the fall harvest and a hoe down go hand in hand making them the perfect match for a party. This classic country fete is decked out with haybales, picket fence signs, wagon wheels, pumpkins, and a cute little puppy with a kerchief! On the menu is delicious BBQ fare with a […]

September 5, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

“Boo” Spaghetti

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My 6-year-old daughter eats pasta and not much else. I came up with this simple idea to make sure she would have a full tummy before trick-or-treating. 1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions, making sure to keep some long noodles intact, as opposed to breaking them to fit into the pot. 2. Line a […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Halloween Chicken Soup in a Pumpkin with Bat Grilled Cheese

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A wee pumpkin full of soup makes a great bowl for the classic chicken noodle with Halloween “bat” grilled cheese sandwiches. 1. Find a small pumpkin to be a soup bowl. Cut a lid out of the pumpkin and scoop out the pumpkin’s pulp and seeds from inside. 2. Use a bat or Halloween shaped […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jack O’ Lantern Cheeseburgers

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These happy Halloween cheesebrugers are sure to put a smile on the faces of the little ghosts and goblins! 1. Cheese slices cut into the shape of a Jack O’Lantern top burgers for a super simple Halloween meal! 2. Use a pumpkin or Jack O’Lantern cookie cutter to cut out shapes from American or cheddar […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Witch Obento Box

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Many are familiar with classic wooden obento boxes where compartments hold a balanced Japanese meal for the diner. The tradition of creating a “bento” box for children so that they may enjoy a nutritious homemade and artistic meal for lunch at school has migrated from Japan to the United States. This bewitching Halloween obento is […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Ghostadas

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Tortillas are so easy to work with and ideal for Halloween. The topper on this Ghost-ada is a flour tortilla cut into the shape of a ghost with a couple of holes for his eyes and mouth. 1. Cut flour tortillas into ghost shapes. Place ghosts on a baking sheet and cook for 5 to […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jeanne’s Mad Lab Halloween Party Segment on The Bonnie Hunt Show (video)

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Bonnie Hunt is so funny and quick. This mad lab Halloween party segment went awry when she smeared chocolate on her face — I just went with it and loved every minute!

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October 18, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →