1. games. A balloon boat race from One Charming Party.
2. centerpiece. Craft a Native American family from BH and G.
3. table decor. Find a printable Thanksgiving party pack from etsy shop Frog Prince … Read More...
Turkey Cake. Really. That’s Turkey.
Hmmm. This looks intriguing and certainly well crafted, and if I were to try a savory dish-made-to-look-like-a-frosted cake, I think this would be the one. But read about my diatribe against savory dishes-made-to-look-like-frosted-cakes HERE. And learn to make this … Read More...
Rice Krispie Turkey Pops
It’s amazing how Rice Krispies can be turned into anything. Learn to make Rice Krispie treat turkey pops HERE at Family Corner.
Zucchini Bread in a Can
I know, I know, there are lots of things I say I love. Stuff on sticks, mini versions of big things, mason jars… and one more. Stuff baked in things that aren’t meant for baking. Seriously. Especially cans that you … Read More...
Mini Pies
More ridiculous cuteness: mini pie! Learn how to make these mini apple and cherry pies HERE at The Comfort of Cooking.
Apple Cakes
I think today might be the day of cute food (just you wait and see). Learn how to make these apple cakes HERE at La Casa de Vainilla (translation in sidebar).
Thanksgiving Treats (by Yours Truly)
Here’s a roundup of five Thanksgiving treats, with how-tos, of course, that Reader’s Digest asked me to make for them. You’ll find instructions for making bite-size turkey sandwich cookies, easy fall marshmallow pops, mini pumpkin cupcakes, … Read More...
How to Bake and Store Cake
Part two in The Crafty Penguin cake series is HERE! This time, the step-by-step photo tutorial shows us how to Bake and Store a tiered cake. (Find Part one, how to make fondant, here.)
Crochet Heart Cake Toppers
Learn how to make these crochet heart cake toppers from doilies HERE at Project Wedding. {spotted on One Pretty Thing}
Pumpkin Candy Favors
Learn to make these pumpkin candy bundle favors HERE at Bright Ideas.
Paper Bag Turkey
What is it about this bag of popcorn-turned-paper bag turkey that is so endearing and appealing? Beyond clever. Learn how to make a brown bag turkey HERE at One Charming Party, found via the also endearing and appealing Gordon … Read More...
DIY Ricotta
Learn to make your own ricotta cheese HERE at Chow.
Doughnut Acorns
Learn how to make doughnut acorns HERE at Just My Delicious. A perfect Fall treat. (Translation tool in right sidebar.) And PS for the lazy or time-pressed (like me), these can be made with store-bought pop ’ems. Check it … Read More...
Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
Pumpkin pie. In milkshake form. Yum. Find the recipe for pumpkin pie milkshakes HERE at Chasing Fireflies.
National Sandwich Day
How did I miss National Sandwich Day? Thank goodness for Savor the Thyme for setting me straight. Find a roundup of ridiculously tempting sandwiches HERE at Savor the Thyme shared by bloggers from across the country. I had a hard … Read More...
DIY Cornucopia
Candy Corn Coolers
Find the recipe for these sweet candy corn coolers HERE at Gourmet Mom on-the-Go. It’s dessert, drink and Thanksgiving all in one.
Pumpkin Pie but Not Pie
Doesn’t this pumpkin pie look delicious? But it’s not pie. Find out what it is and how to (easily) make it HERE at Munchkin Munchies.
Time Bomb Ice
Remember waaaaay back when I posted on how to make crystal clear ice? Well, more fun with ice from Alcademics. This time, food coloring is trapped by ice to slowly turn your cocktail black. I know this is … Read More...
How to Make Fondant
Check out The Crafty Penguin for a tutorial on how to make fondant, the first in a four-part tiered cake making series. You’ll find step-by-step photos with the recipe, too. Very important, since the texture is so important in … Read More...