Fun Friday

Creative Wedding Napkin Details

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I tell the story through the details. That's how I'm able to incorporate the style and personalities of my brides and grooms into each wedding that I do.  When it comes down to setting the table, I'm all about being creative and giving the guests an experience.  I like to fold or accent the napkin in a a way that represents the couple, the style of event, and compliment the design.  Here are a few creative napkin folds to inspire you for your wedding day. Happy planning! Napkin1 Image via BridesOfNorthTexas.com via Tracey Autem Photography

Napkin2Image via LauraAshbrook.com

Napkin3 Image via WeddingChicks.com

DSC_5018Image via EnrapturedEvents.com Photography by The Studio B Photography

Napkin4Image via WonderfulWeddingPhotos.Blogspot.com

Napkin5Image via AnnePatrick.net

Napkin6 Image via InvitationsbyAJalon.com

Napkin7Image by JGrace.com

Pumpkin Centerpieces for Fall Weddings

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It's now officially the fall season; one of my favorites for weddings.  It's the time where we get to see bold, dark colors and also the time where we can get creative with the wedding day centerpieces.  Because the holidays are just around the corner, pumpkins are popping up at the grocery stores and the farmer's markets. This is the perfect opportunity to incorporate pumpkins, both orange and white, into your fall weddings.  I've gathered some of my favorites for your inspiration. PumpkinCenterpiece Image via dishfunctionaldesigns.blogspot.com

PC4Image via RusticWeddingChic.com

PC5Image via ChristinaMarieEvents.Blogspot.com

PumpkinCenterpiece2Image via Etsy.com

PC3Image via GracefulHost.com

PC7Image via KreativelyKrafted.tumblr.com

PC8Image via Best-Pictures-Today.blogspot.com

 

Root Beer Float Cupcakes

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It's the weekend and it's time to have a little fun.  I'll never pass up on a great dessert and this one has two of my favorite things combined; cupcakes and root beer floats, which I loved so much growing up in Michigan. I've always been an avid baker and when I saw these cupcakes with the Faygo "pop"  in the background, I knew I had to have the recipe.  So, I'll be trying these cupcakes out this weekend and indulging in a little food fun.  If you'd like to try these cupcakes out as well, the recipe is below. Enjoy! RootbeerFloatCupcake

Image and Recipe via: SerendipityMommy.com

Root Beer Float Cupcakes:
Ingredients
  • 1 Cup Rootbeer Soda (non-diet)
  • 1 Teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ¾ Cup Sugar
  • ⅓ Cup Canola Oil (Didn’t have canola I used corn oil)
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 Teaspoons Root Beer Extract *(if you use root beer concentrate then only use ½ teaspoon)(Candy’s Note: I did not follow this for me it wasn’t enough I used nearly 3 TSP)
  • 1⅓ Cups Flour
  • ¾ Teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ Teaspoon Baking Powder
  • Pinch of Salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350
  2. Combine root beer soda and vinegar and let stand for a few minutes.
  3. Add in the sugar and oil, whisking until slightly frothy.
  4. Mix in your extracts, and slowly add the flour, along with the baking powder, baking soda, and salt.  Careful not to over mix.
  5. Fill cupcake liners approximately ¾ full.
  6. (At first I thought I had a lot more batter than 12 cupcakes, but then I noticed the batter would settle, so I went back and added a little batter to each liner, which made 12 cupcakes)
  7. Bake for about 18 – 22 minutes.
Vanilla Frosting:
Ingredients
  • 8 oz of cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup of butter softened
  • 4 cups of powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste
Instructions
  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until well blended
  2. Add powdered sugar; mix until nice and creamy.