tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9960803622698041992024-03-13T00:56:17.207-07:00Rosanna's Table TalkRosanna Bowleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10722624324772089845noreply@blogger.comBlogger378125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-996080362269804199.post-53169895145059021362015-10-29T11:42:00.001-07:002015-10-29T11:42:33.312-07:00Tips for An Easy Pre-Trick or Treating Party!<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It’s Halloween time! With roots in trickery and getting a good scare, Halloween offers the best opportunities for playful celebration all year long. Not to mention all the fantastic design possibilities that come with the holiday’s color palette and all the to DIE FOR seasonal treats!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Halloween is a great time to throw a party that brings the neighborhood together; all the witches and ghosties are already roving the streets in search of sugary treats. And good news: this year Halloween falls on a Saturday—no school the next morning!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you have little ones who can barely wait to fill their bags with candy, throw a pre-trick or treating party for your children’s friends and their parents. If you don’t have any goblins at home, plan a party during prime time trick or treating hours. Guests can mingle and enjoy the fashion show as trick or treaters appear at the door.</span></div>
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Of course, nibbles must i<span style="background-color: white;">nclude <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"><b>Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (recipe below)</b></span></span>. Mix up a fun, blood red cocktail—Sangria, maybe?—and serve in the elegant and luxurious<a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/gifts-occasions/anniversary/soiree-glass-large-coupe-s-4/" target="_blank"> Soiree Glass Large Coupe</a>. Scatter bowls of your favorite candy around the house, using new <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/chez-elle/" target="_blank">Chez Elle bowls</a>, in mint green, pale coral, and ghostly white.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Cook a quick pot of delicious and </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">hearty <b>Lentil Soup</b></span> (recipe below) </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">and ladle in to our <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/kitchen-tabletop/comfort-food-bowls/" target="_blank">Comfort Food bowls</a></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">, and accompanied by simple green salad dressed in extra virgin
olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Garnish the salad with persimmon bits,
pomegranate seeds, and chopped hazelnuts. Serve the greens on elegant black and
gold </span><a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/gifts-occasions/brunch/soiree-noire-appetizer-plates-s-4/" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Soiree Noire appetizer plates</a><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">, or channel your inner Beetlejuice and serve
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">For dessert, bake up a batch of darli</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">ng <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"><b>Owl Cookies</b> (recipe below).</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/rococo-noir/" target="_blank">Rococo Noir Pedestal</a> & <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/home-decor/dauphine-candlesticks-black-s-2/" target="_blank">Dauphine Candlesticks</a></td></tr>
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frightfully good time! Happy Halloween!</span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">RSS 2.0: http://blogname.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss</div>Rosanna Bowleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10722624324772089845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-996080362269804199.post-40592480415929090602015-10-27T15:05:00.000-07:002015-10-27T15:05:51.556-07:00Last Minute (No-Carve) Pumpkins! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">It’s not too late to carve your pumpkins!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Or, not, if carving’s too
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">For all you 11<sup>th</sup> hour pumpkin
decorators out there, consider some no-carve ideas.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with the no-carve designs: no roasted pumpkin seeds! (Let us know which is your favorite design.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i>I’m so excited to be the Freebie Friday winner of the Leave
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my husband and I drove by a warehouse in Seattle that said “Rosanna” on the
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How amazing is that? Not only do we have the same name, it's spelled the
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #353a3b; line-height: 22px;">I recently posted about how I'm obsessed with sweet, juicy peaches right now. They are a guiltless splurge when you want something sweet and succulent. </span><span style="color: #353a3b; line-height: 22px;">I like to buy them at my local farmers market. (When looking for peaches at the peak of perfection, give them a sniff, not a squeeze.)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #353a3b; font-family: inherit; line-height: 22px;">But don't just eat local -- drink it as well with this </span><a href="http://www.keyingredient.com/recipes/5853457/peach-breeze-cocktail/?locale=en_US" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 22px;" target="_blank">Peach Breeze cocktail</a><span style="color: #353a3b; font-family: inherit; line-height: 22px;"> from <a href="http://keyingredient.com/">KeyIngredient.com</a>. It's a refreshing and hydrating drink, ideal for the dog days of summer. Make it with alcohol or without, so anyone can sip and enjoy. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #353a3b; letter-spacing: 0.75pt;">1</span><span style="color: #353a3b;">⁄4 cup lemon juice</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #353a3b; font-family: inherit;">Cover surface with plastic wrap.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #353a3b; font-family: inherit;">Freeze for about 30 minutes or until very cold, stirring once or twice.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #353a3b; font-family: inherit;">For a non-alcoholic drink, stir in lemonade immediately after pureeing, then serve over ice.</span><span style="color: #353a3b;">Garnish with grapefruit slices, peach wedges, or fresh mint.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Peaches are in season and nothing would be more refreshing than a <i>Peach Pie Smoothie</i> on a hot summer day!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Smoothies are my favorite drinks in the summer as they are cold, refreshing, and made with loads of fresh fruit. I love all kinds of fresh fruit during the summer months but one of my favorite fruit is the peach. I especially love ripe peaches that are juicy and sweet.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">As one of three sisters, and as the mother of two sisters, I know that sisterhood is as powerful a bond as any. </span><span style="background-color: white;">This <b>Sunday, August 2</b></span><sup style="background-color: white;"><b>nd </b></sup><span style="background-color: white;"><b>is National Sisters’ Day</b> and an ideal opportunity to honor the special bond sisters share.</span></span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My beautiful daughters, Francesca and Alessandra!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You don’t have to have a biological sister to celebrate Sisters’ Day; we often consider our sisters the women with whom we share the deepest connections and most extensive histories. Sisters’ Day is an opportunity to celebrate your relationships with those women too. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">And here I am now with my life-long girlfriends, whom I consider my "sisters!"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Make this Sunday sister-themed. Spend the day with the women you consider your sisters, celebrating your relationship over a meal, maybe continuing to a ladies’ night out on the town, or some other activity you love to do together.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If a friend is a second self, as Cicero says, a sister is many things: a mirror, an advocate, a reality check, a guardian angel, a witness to your entire life. The list goes on…but you probably already know what I’m talking about.</span></div>
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1) See what you already have on hand and keep the decorations to a minimum. A burlap runner, a tray, small florals from the yard, a candle and a few small trinkets keep this coffee table fresh, yet festive.<br />
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2) Forage your yard first for flowers. Hydrangeas are in full bloom, here in the Pacific Northwest, and the beautiful blue hues in these flowers make for a beautiful, simple centerpiece. </div>
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4) Raid your grocery store bakery section for freshly made desserts & add to them. You'd be surprised at the selection! You may need to order a cake in advance but for less than $15, its worth it. This simple white cake is dressed up with in-season berries. For a different look, try topping the dessert with fresh flowers in red, white, or blues.<br />
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A favorite summer treat of mine is gelato (<i>especially</i> while in Italy, of course!) In my opinion, it tastes creamier and more robust in flavor compared to ice-cream. Pistachio has to be one of my favorite flavors...just the right amount of sweetness mixed with a light nutty flavor. This is the perfect indulgence on a hot day! Fortunately, I've noticed that the gelato selections at our local grocery stores have been rapidly growing, making it so convenient to enjoy it throughout the year. (Just try an <i>affogato</i> in the winter ~ its divine!)<br />
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Thankfully, the days are longer in summer, making it easy for people to have a light dinner early on and afterward, still have time to enjoy being outside for a few hours. Why not invite a few neighbors or friends over for an impromptu gelato night? No prep work involved ~ just scoop, serve, and enjoy! The simple act of enjoying a special treat with others ~ while enjoying the fresh summer air, can connect friends and family alike.<br />
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<span id="goog_2105153203"></span>What is your favorite way to cool off and connect with others during the summertime? I would love to hear in the comments below!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16.7999992370605px;">One of my favorite Memorial Day activities is making s'mores! Gooey, chocolatey, and crunchy all at the same time-yum! Why not try to sophisticate the tradition a bit by hosting you very own DIY s'mores party to kick off the summer festivities? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While I love the traditional graham cracker s'mores, everyone goes crazy for s'mores with a twist like the ones we made with Pepperidge Farm Brussels cookies, Reese's Peanut Butter cups and marshmallows.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.6666660308838px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Are you excited about Memorial Day? Seeing all of these awesome dessert ideas is really revving me up. I can’t believe the summer kick-off is already here! Hope you have a wonderful Memorial Day!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.6000003814697px;">The key to making waffles that are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside is preheating your waffle iron. Be sure to read your manufacturer's instructions as the time as each is different. </span></span><br />
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If you don't have a waffle iron, you can buy frozen waffles. I like <a href="http://www.juliansrecipe.com/products.html" target="_blank">Julian's Sweet Belgian Waffles</a>, and <a href="http://www.vansfoods.com/our-products-waffles" target="_blank">Van's</a> (which makes regular waffles, gluten free waffles, Belgian, and 8 Whole Grains). <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">People throughout the Western world celebrate May Day, and the holiday has a long history harking back to medieval times. When I was a little girl, my mother showed me how to make May Day baskets from construction paper and took me to fill them with flowers from our garden. Then we would sneak over to our neighbors' homes, drop the baskets on their doorsteps, ring the doorbells and run away. When our friends opened the door, a charming handmade basket filled with flowers greeted them.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">May Day is the perfect opportunity to spread the joy of spring with your friends and neighbors. Get the kids involved by helping them weave their very own May Day baskets. <a href="http://www.allparenting.com/my-family/articles/970733/how-to-weave-a-may-day-basket-with-the-kids" target="_blank">Click here</a> to see <a href="http://allparenting.com/">AllParenting.com</a>'s easy instructions on how <span style="line-height: 22px;">kids can weave their own May Day baskets for friends and neighbors out of construction paper.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Another super cute and easy May Day basket is this May Day Cone basket from <a href="http://theideabox.com/">TheIdeaBox.com</a>. After making the cone, simply fill the basket with left over Easter grass, then add fresh flowers the children pick (even dandelions will do) or if you live in a cold climate, with no fresh flowers yet, have the children make flowers using their fingers prints (as pictured). They can also cut pictures of flowers from magazines or gardening catalogs and glue them to toothpicks and arrange in the basket. <u><a href="http://www.theideabox.com/May_Baskets.html" target="_blank">Click here</a></u> for full instructions. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit;">Adults can get in on the May Day fun by buying a plant at the local garden center or a bouquet of flowers and leaving it on the doorstep of a friend, neighbor or elderly friend. The gesture of celebrating spring by giving a gift of nature is a wonderful tradition that unites us as a community, encouraging us to give of ourselves while cultivating an awareness of the gifts that nature has to offer.</span></span></span><br />
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Although it is spring break season, you may not be able to get away from it all. That doesn't mean you can't pretend to walk the beaches of your favorite coast or stroll down villas of far-away lands with travel-themed home decor.<br />
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From across the country to around the world, travel the world from the comfort of your home with these 7 inspired ideas that are sure to satisfy your wanderlust.<br />
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The new Rosanna <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/come-fly-with-me/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Come Fly With Me</a> collection conjures the glamour and excitement of retro travel with images from vintage vacation brochures touting exotic locales. From your office desk to your bedroom side table, you are never far from your dream vacation.<br />
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Ki Nassauer shares with <a href="http://www.worthpoint.com/article/retrophile-files-fanning-flames-junk-revolution" target="_blank">Worthpoint</a> how she created shelves in her living room using discarded vintage suitcases.<br />
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I love to use <a href="http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/2014/12/real-party-bon-voyage-2014-new-years.html#.VRECmPnF-vQ" target="_blank">my vintage suitcases</a> for entertaining; they add visual interest to items that may get lost on a busy table. You may not have to look far to find your own, there may be a treasure trove in a forgotten corner. This one traveled with grandma as she moved across the Western seaboard in the 40's and 50's.<br />
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The <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/voyage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Voyage collection</a> explores the bygone days of international travel with porcelain trays showcasing ephemera found by Rosanna around the world. Newly found vintage ephemera from Europe and the USA have expanded the collection, creating a modern take on times gone by.<br />
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Each of <a href="http://www.pbteen.com/products/destination-pillow-cover-2/" target="_blank">Pottery Barn Teen's</a> pillow covers are delightfully detailed with dream destinations from LA to London, Boston to Barcelona.<br />
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Your travel inspirations aren't limited to home decor; the <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/totes/" target="_blank">Rosanna Totes</a> are market chic, both playful and refined, and designed to remind us of life's lovelier moments, like traveling to idyllic locales from Paris to Tuscany. They are perfect for a trip to your local farmer's markets to pick up seasonal flowers, local produce and freshly baked goods.<br />
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Eggs have long been a symbol for rebirth and fertility. What better way to celebrate Spring than with dyeing beautiful Easter eggs to share with friends and family? Read on for my simple egg dyeing tips to ensure your Easter festivities go off without a hitch!</div>
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Instead of hard-boiling the eggs, I like to blow them out before dyeing. You can save the eggs after the holiday and use them next year for decorations to hang from branches or displayed together in a bowl.<br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Before dyeing the eggs, draw patterns or shapes on the shell with crayons or a small candle. The dye won't adhere to the wax and your patterns and shapes will shine through!</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Cut a sponge into small cubes and sponge paint the dye onto the egg shells.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Create ombre eggs by letting the eggs submerge in dye for different periods of time, from a few minutes to longer.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Make speckled eggs by dipping a clean, dry toothbrush in acrylic paint and dotting the paint onto already dyed eggs.</li>
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With the days slowly getting longer as we move into spring, you may start feeling the urge for more intimate entertaining with close friends. For a relaxed weekend get-together, you can never go wrong with pairing a comfort-food favorite like pasta with a nice glass of wine...or two. Here are few ideas to inspire you to plan a Tuscany inspired dinner.<br />
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Set the scene with Rosanna's <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/pasta-italiana/" target="_blank">Pasta Italiana collection</a>, with pieces perfect for serving big bowls of pasta or dipping crusty pieces of bread.<br />
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I love any set up that means less work for me and more guest interaction. With bruschetta made ahead of time, all this bruschetta bar featured on <a href="http://onecharmingparty.com/2012/11/28/tuscan-bruschetta-recipe/" target="_blank">One Charming Party</a> needed was the artichoke dip, bread and crackers at party time. This is a great way to get the festivities started and have guests hungry for more.<br />
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Pair with red sauce dishes to match the acidity of the dish with acidic wine<br />
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I love how <a href="http://therealtealicious.tumblr.com/post/52633152079/buon-anniversario" target="_blank">Tealicious </a>displays beautiful bottles of homemade vanilla bean limoncello in a wine crate; these are perfect to share during the evening or send home as a thank you.<br />
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Made famous by <a href="http://www.popsugar.com/love/Galentine-Day-Parks-Recreation-21616476" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Leslie Knope of <i>Parks And Recreation</i></a>, celebrate Galentine's Day with your bestest lady friends on February 13. Since it falls on Friday this year, host a special evening with your girlfriends. <br />
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Whether you are married ladies or single and loving it, your gal pals are your support system so get together and celebrate girl power at its best. Here are a few ways to celebrate a girls' night in.<br />
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Get the party started with lovely invitations; Ephemera's featured on <a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2014/02/13/valentines-day-cocktail-party-ideas/" target="_blank">100 Layer Cake </a>are a great way to start.<br />
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Set the party space by making this lovely and super simple XOXO painted tablecloth from <a href="http://shopwalkinlove.com/blogs/walk-in-love/12021545-xoxo-painted-tablecloth" target="_blank">Walk In Love</a>.<br />
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Another lovely DIY, Hank & Hunt's <a href="http://www.hankandhunt.com/home/2013/1/30/how-to-make-a-floating-heart-backdrop.html" target="_blank">floating heart backdrop</a> is perfect for group shots or hanging over a table.<br />
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I always have a craft at my parties, even for my grown-ups! Being creative is a perfect way to break the ice, especially if you have a mixed group who don't know each other. I love this card-making table from <a href="http://theglitterguide.com/2014/02/06/card-making-cocktails/" target="_blank">The Glitter Guide</a>...set out paper, markers, tape and stickers and let the creativity flow.<br />
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Sweets are a must...this lovely set up from <a href="http://www.3littlepicks.com/" target="_blank">3 Little Picks</a> showcases how to use Rosanna's <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/decor-bon-bon/" target="_blank">Large Decor Bon Bon Footed Round Pedestals</a> for pretty treats.<br />
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Another fabulous idea, serve gorgeous and homemade Fruity Dessert Pizzas from <a href="http://peachesplease.com/fruity-dessert-pizza/#more-24597" target="_blank">Peaches, Please</a>.<br />
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Don't forget the libations...check out my <a href="http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/2014/09/10-ways-to-style-bar-cart.html#.VM5iL53F-vQ" target="_blank">10 Ways To Style A Bar Cart</a> for great tips for setting up a cocktails area. For the non-drinkers, dress up drink bottles with<a href="http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/2015/01/tuesday-tipreal-party-love-is-in-air.html#.VM5iuZ3F-vQ" target="_blank"> easy-to-make origami hearts and paper straws</a>.<br />
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A <span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">sweet good</span>-bye...<span style="font-family: inherit;">free printables</span> from<a href="http://www.thetomkatstudio.com/mimosabar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The TomKat Studio</a> tied to nail polish bottles.<br />
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Here in Seattle, we are still in shock and awe over our Seahawks' amazing victory in last Sunday's game, putting us on the road to the Super Bowl! If you are rooting your team onto victory by hosting a Super Bowl party, here are a few stylish tips that are fabulous yet won't offend your menfolk...mix and match to your heart's content.<br />
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Lighten your workload and feed your game day crowd by inviting a few friends to bring their favorite chili recipes. Set up a chili bar complete with all the fixings and serve in Rosanna's aptly named <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/kitchen-tabletop/rosanna-bowls-s-6/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Comfort Food Bowls</a>.<br />
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Don't just set out bags of snacks and cans of nuts; class up the joint and serve your finger foods in <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/luxe-moderne/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luxe Moderne trophy bowls</a>.<br />
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Cover your table or counter with black butcher paper or chalkboard paper, and write in chalk <a href="http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/2015/01/real-party-touchdown-big-game-party.html#.VL8n3EfF-vR" target="_blank">to mimic a playboard</a>.<br />
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Toy trophies are easily found at party supply store; turn them into fabulous place cards and food labels with<a href="http://theglitterguide.com/2013/01/30/sweet-simple-oscar-viewing-party/?slide=14#content" target="_blank"> Glitter Guide</a>.<br />
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Frog Prince Paperie's very clever <a href="http://frogprincepaperie.com/2015/01/football-craft-tissue-paper-pom-poms-and-football-centerpiece.html" target="_blank">DIY football centerpiece</a> repurposes many items you may already have around your home.<br />
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As if your guests weren't engaged enough during game-watching, download <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipes/party/party-ideas/host-a-super-bowl-party/#page=5" target="_blank">free bingo cards</a> from Better Homes & Gardens to keep them on their toes. <br />
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Make and fill <a href="http://camillestyles.com/uncategorized/diy-super-bowl-cascarones/" target="_blank">Super Bowl cascarones</a> from Camille Styles with confetti, raffle tickets or game-day fortunes.<br />
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After months of celebrating back to back holidays from Halloween to New Year's, doing loads of shopping, visiting family and friends, and entertaining, it's nice to get back to the routine of everyday life. The new year always seems to bring a need for change, especially around the home.<br />
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Here are some easy ways to update your living spaces in 2015 with Rosanna collection pieces.<br />
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For a more rustic feel, our <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/american-orchard-1/" target="_blank">American Orchard </a>collection, with authentic produce crate labels on porcelain, can create striking art for kitchen or pantry walls.</div>
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Instead of tossing personal items into bathroom drawers, display them in <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/alhambra/" target="_blank">Alhambra canisters</a>. With its <span style="line-height: 20.4799995422363px;">Moorish architectural flourishes combined with 60's revival style, they will provides lovely pops of color in your space. </span></div>
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It's the small, one-of-a-kind details that make your visiting guests feel extra special We love how <a href="http://waitingonmartha.com/prepare-house-guests/" target="_blank">Waiting On Martha</a> put together a gorgeous welcome tray with a 'house' cocktail featuring our <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/kitchen-tabletop/luxe-moderne-double-old-fashioned-s-4/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luxe Moderne double old fashioned glasses</a>. Have your own version waiting in your guest room for the VIP treatment.</div>
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2014 is coming to a close and it's time for reflection and excitement for the future. If you are hosting a New Year's Eve soiree, our <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/la-cite-1/" target="_blank">La Cité</a> and <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/luxe-moderne/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luxe Moderne</a> collections are the perfect mix of old-fashioned cocktail glamour and modern sophistication that celebrates the passing of the old year and celebrating the new.<br />
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Welcome guests with a fabulous beverage like a <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Pomegranate-Champagne-Punch-240761" target="_blank">pomegranate-champagne punch</a> served in<a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/new/la-cite/la-cite-double-old-fashioned-s-4/" target="_blank"> La Cité double old fashioned glasses</a> and easy hors d'oeuvres presented in <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/new/la-cite/la-cite-nesting-catchall-trays-s-2/" target="_blank">nesting catchall trays</a>. Cheese, fruit and crackers are a timeless classic; step up your game with these <a href="http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/2014/10/wine-cheese-party-planning-tips.html#.VJEF3yvF-vS" target="_blank">helpful tips</a>.<br />
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These <a href="http://www.freutcake.com/favorite-things/diy-polka-dot-napkins/" target="_blank">beautiful napkins</a> are a simple DIY from Freutcake and make a lovely addition to your cocktail area.<br />
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Perfect for setting nuts, olives and candies throughout your party space, our<a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/kitchen-tabletop/luxe-moderne-small-trophy-bowl/" target="_blank"> Luxe Moderne small trophy bowl</a>'s elegant and playful shape works with any decor style. Our <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/kitchen-tabletop/luxe-moderne-hexagonal-tray/" target="_blank">Hexagonal Tray</a>'s sleek look is the perfect compliment...I fell in love with it and just ordered my own.<br />
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Sugar Hero's <a href="http://www.sugarhero.com/disco-truffles/" target="_blank">Disco Truffles</a> are a fabulous touch of sparkly for your New Year's Eve spread and are so easy to make.<br />
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Invite guests to share their resolutions, well-wishes and goals for the New Year on a simple butcher paper backdrop via <a href="http://blog.hwtm.com/2014/04/pink-gold-bubbly-30th-birthday-party/" target="_blank">the Hostess Blog</a>.<br />
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Cheers to 2015!<br />
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