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Here is a last minute easy tabletop idea for your fiesta tonight!    I know you've got some colored vases lying around.  Place them on a brightly colored tablecloth with a festive flower in each and voila!  Grab some brightnapkins and glassware and you're all set.  That's the beauty of a fiesta-it doesn't have to be all […]

May 5, 2009

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Become a fan of Hostess Jo on Facebook and you are entered to win one of my APRONS!  We must reach 100 fans before I can give one away though.  So if you have a Facebook account please help me spread the word and become a fan for your chance to win!

May 4, 2009

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Show Mom how much you love her Sunday with these heart shaped foods!  These would also be great for Valentine's Day, wedding showers or any occasion you want to show your love. Heart Pancakes   Heart Shaped Egg Toast   A Heartfelt Message   Cucumber-Turkey Mini Sandwiches   Raspberry Almond Financiers

May 4, 2009

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The winner of our Purple Trail Giveaway is Jen from Second City Soiree!  Congratulations Jen!  Thank you to everyone who entered!   Jen- Purple Trail will be contacting you by email.     True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 3 Powered by RANDOM.ORG

May 3, 2009

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I am so excited to share with you this wonderful party from Natalie at Little Shindigs-her children's event planning company!  It is titled "Let Them Eat Cake" and I think that fits this party perfectly.  Get ready to step into a French Victorian setting with shimmering fabrics, beautiful flowers, whimsical costumes and much more!   Let Them Eat Cake! […]

May 1, 2009

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I love how everyone is filling their flower vases with all kinds of objects these days.  You can use basically any kind of candy, we found out at Easter.  All you need are two similarly shaped vases (one narrower than the other) and a little creativity and you've got a one-of-a-kind arrangement!  The one below uses […]

April 30, 2009

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Serve these Hat Cookies this weekend at your own Kentucky Derby Party!  They would also make great party favors.  Then wash them down with this Mint Julep Iced Tea.  It reminds me of my grandmother's tea minus the bourbon! Hat Cookies   3 dozen Ingredients 3/4  cup  butter, softened 1  cup  sugar 1  large egg 1  […]

April 29, 2009