halloween party favors for a spooktacular host

Hosting a Halloween party? 

Here are some cute (and yummy) ideas for favors to hand out to your guests.

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And the seasonal item today? Another goodie from Trader Joe's. The Country Pumpkin Spice Granola Cereal...great as a parfait with yogurt and equally delicious with plain ol' milk. Our dad told us about all the delicious pumpkin items at Trader Joe's (thanks dad!), and so our plan is to try them all before the end of the season! #cannotgetenoughpumpkin

~m&s

gift guide: Halloween party host

Halloween is just the start of the season of celebrations! As it is our favorite holiday (Sydney was born the day before Halloween and was out trick-or-treating at one day old), we are so excited it is October! Here is a gift guide for the Halloween party host and, as promised, another favorite seasonal treat.

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Gift ideas... 

whisk // scone mix // spatula // wine stopper // wine glass // wine

Skull candles: black, gold, white // pipe // squirrel // candles

soap // glasses // coasters // cozy 

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Which leads us smoothly into today's seasonal item...

picture from the Trader Joe's blog

This delicious beverage can be purchased at good ol' Trader Joes. Great flavor and perfect to serve at a Halloween party, fall football game or on a brisk Sunday afternoon.
~m&s

an aspiring mixologist

In addition to the items above, some other essential items are whisky rocks, shot glasses (we love these animal ones that can rest on their ears/antlers), knives and peelers for fruit additions and garnishes and finally, a cute cutting board.

The vintage ice bucket makes us want to go thrift/vintage shopping in Palm Springs! We love the octopus cocktail stirrer and scrabble coasters - unique and useful. A water carafe is great to have to keep your guests hydrated when you host a cocktail party. The Wine Opener (Rabbit brand, in particular) is our favorite. It is so user-friendly! 

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And last but not least,

We love the idea of a gold bar cart. And the final touches? A cute/appropriate poster, herbs, cocktail book and a candle. Now, we are ready for a weekend of cocktail crafting!

~m&s

Sydney became a mom yesterday!! So, she will not be indulging in cocktail crafting just yet. Little Logan is the newest family member...welcome Logan!

the outdoors and the outfit

Saturday's "room"...

Uniflame Outdoor Firebowl with Stars and Moons by Blue Rhino / Coconut Husk Welcome Mat / Jo Malone London Blackberry & Bay Scented Candle / Fernanda Neutral Earthenware Tapered Patterned Ceramic Vase, $38 / CB2 Fly By Bird Feeder / Ravella Zebra Indoor-Outdoor Rug, Black / BIG IN JAPAN Mini Rainboot Gardens

And Saturday's outfit...will keep you warm as you sip wine on the lovely patio/outdoor space but is also stylish and feminine...

~m&s

the living room and the outfit

Friday's room....

Kensington Leather Sofas / Interlude Design Aficionado Coffee Table Books – A / Chesterfield Queen Anne High Back Wing Chair UK Manufactured Apple..., $610 / Koi End Tables - Set of 2 / Brackenhead 36" High Cambelside Gold Wall Mirror - #X7153 / Distinctive Designs Cream Roses Faux Floral Arrangement / Mr Perswall Wall Art Tree Wall Panel, $210 / Lamp / 18th Century Ship Scrimshaw Box / Flameless Candles - Ivory / Distortion Candlestick Black / Linen Applique Pillow Wing Mulberry 22x22 / Five Arrows Embroidery

And Friday's outfit...one that is comfortable enough to lounge around the stylish living room on the best couch in the world (Restoration Hardware's leather couches are stunning and super comfortable...hope to have one of these one day).

~m&s

the dining room and the outfit

Wednesday's room...

New Growth Designs Dark Pink Peony Faux Flower Arrangement / Possini Euro Design Europa 1910 Edison Bulb Adjustable Bronze Swag... / Silverplate Cocktail / Martini Shaker / Simon Pearce Addison Carafe / 'Faces' 7-Piece Bar Set by WMF / William Yeoward American Bar Lillian Tall Martini Glass, Set Of 2 / French Floral Place Mats, Set of 4 / Scrabble Coaster Set / Cellardine Cocktail accessory set, $5.94 / Distortion Candlestick Black / Cocktail Hour -Bars- Bar carts / Gold Love Replica

And Wednesday's outfit...a lovely dinner party in your fresh dining room...

~m&s

the kitchen and the outfit

Continuing with our "spring cleaning/freshen up your home and outfits" themed week.

Tuesday's room...

New Growth Designs Pink Peony Faux Flowers / CB2 Hitch Peacock Blue Stool / Gnome Cookie Jar / Juxtaposed Isaura Porcelain Dinner Plate / Moose Salt and Pepper Shakers / CB2 Glass Beverage Dispenser / Rosemary Candle / Cat and Crow Paper Towel Holder / CB2 Ceylon Pitcher / Cast Iron Whale Bottle Opener / Ceramic Egg Rack Large / Matrushka Measuring Cups / CB2 Set Of 6 Splat Magnets / CB2 Set Of 6 Cloud Magnets / Distortion Candlestick Black / Canning Jar Tea Towels / Canning Jar Tea Towels / ORE / ORE

And Tuesday's outfit...Take off the heels and slip into comfy loafers to make dinner before the hubby/bf/partner/kids get home...

~m&s