Here are two great party recipes that are a sure hit with little ones to teens.   Both easy to do ahead.  For older children, serve with a salad and garlic bread.
Baked Ziti
Ingredients:

1 Pound Dry Ziti Pasta
2 (26 ounce) Jars Spagetti Sauce
6 ounces Provolone Cheese Slices
1 1/2c. Sour Cream
6 ounces Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
2 tablespoons Parmesean Cheese

Directions:

Bring a […]

Why not make your party a little special?   Here’s a few easy ideas to make your celebration a memorable one!

Think theme from beginning to end.  Carry your theme through from your invitation to your tablecloth and dishware, decorations, music, and party favor.
Let your invitation set the tone for your party.  Will it be fancy and formal […]

Party Preparation Countdown!
PLAN AHEAD for the last few days before your party and avoid a last minute frenzy!
2-3 days before your party

Clean your house or have it cleaned by professionals.
Clean out your refrigerator.
Set out your serveware and check your pieces against your menu. Place sticky notes on the serving dishes indicating their intended use.
If you’re […]

 Evening Glamour! 
How to go the little extra and put some real sparkle into your evening appearance!

Get a pedicure — even in the winter.
Wear jewelry with a little sparkle or shine.  Consider adding a fun costume cocktail ring.
Add a hair ornament — like a sparkly headband, gemmed hair pin or ornamented pony tail holder.
For a smoother look, try body […]

Add a special  touch to your gifts and belongings by monogramming or personalizing with a name or initial.
Items you might like to monogram:
For your home and family:

Silver picture frames
Silver tray
Silver napkin ring holders
Cloth napkins
Paper napkins for powder room
Cake plate
Drinking glasses
Ice bucket
Beverage bucket
Christmas stockings
Ribbon for wrapping packages
Wrapping paper
Calling cards
Laundry bags
Wastebasket
Tissue Box
Pillow

Websites to try:  www.williams-sonoma.com, www.potterybarn.com, www.horchow.com, www.blueabaco.com, www.thestationerystudio.com
For women:

Pocketbook
Tote […]

Simplify Your Christmas Gift Giving! 
Do you get overwhelmed by trying to think of gifts for everyone in your family?  Here are some thoughts and thematic ideas to inspire your gift giving this year!
Start With a Theme

Start with a theme!  Once a theme is selected, purchase one substantial gift for the whole family and different versions of the […]