Citrus and Cream: November 2013

Nov302013

Saturday Snapshot {November 30}

We haven't fully accepted that today is the last day of November. How can that be? What a wonderful (and busy!) thanksgiving season it has been. Here are our highlights from the last two weeks, so you can catch up with a cup of coffee and slice of pumpkin pie this morning. ;) We shared our Citrus and Cream Thanksgiving with you and gave 5 tips for...

Nov292013

Thankful, from A to Z

We are still full from Thanksgiving, and it's not just because of the turkey. We are full of joy and gratitude, thankful for a sweet day with our families and friends. So while we may be hitting the Black Friday sales or taking a nap on the couch today, we are still naming our many blessings from A to Z. A: Artists and artisans...the talented...

Nov272013

Frosty, the Pumpkin-Snowman! {Easy DIY Craft}

No, it's not the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! It's simply the cutest pumpkin-snowman you ever will see. And with just a few materials and steps, you can have your very own! What You Need: -Three white mini pumpkins ranging in size -Gorilla Glue -Grey felt for a hat -Red ribbon for the scarf -Two buttons for eyes What You Do: Take the stems off...

Nov252013

Local/Handmade gift guide: 20 under $20 and $50!

Saturday, November 30th is Small Business Saturday! So we wanted to give you a peak at some of the great items available from local artisans in the area. We hope you take some time to get out and support our local small businesses and artists. Enjoy! 1. Any 10 handmade cards - Colette's Lemon Tree 2. Personalized bath towel -Tammy's Treasures 3....

Nov222013

Winter Bucket List and FREEBIE Subway Printable!

Today we are sharing some free printables with you! The first is fun subway style art that you can print and frame in an 8x10 with your holiday decor. The second is a winter bucket list with a load of fun things to check off this holiday season! Enjoy! Click here to download and print the Winter Subway Art! Click here to download and print...

Nov202013

Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting and Chocolate Drizzle!

Recently I made these cupcakes for our first Thanksgiving meal of the season and they turned out great––so tasty! If you're looking for something to make to add a little sweet to your meal, give these a try! Cupcake Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2...

Nov182013

Citrus and Cream's Thanksgiving + 5 Tips for a Festive Fall Table

We all know how busy this time of year can get. Soon enough every evening and weekend is booked with dinners, parties, and other festivities. We're not complaining––we love the stretch from Thanksgiving to New Year's! But we've learned that the earlier you plan, the better. And so we had our Citrus and Cream Thanksgiving two weeks before the...

Nov162013

Saturday Snapshot {November 16}

We may have two more weeks til Thanksgiving, but you wouldn't know it around here! Cozy scarves, turkey tops, baked pumpkins...we are ready, that is for sure. Be sure and visit all of our posts this week, so you can be ready too :) We shared ten favorite Anthro picks and told you where to find them locally! From scarves to hand creams to children's...

Nov152013

Thanksgiving in a Pumpkin: Baked Pumpkins Filled with Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, & Cranberry Sauce

Every Fall, the Vintage Press brings out their long-awaited Whole Roasted Baby Pumpkins. These babies are delicious, filled with smoked chicken, Jarlsberg cheese, and cream, and served with a buttery-lemon sauce. Something wonderful happens to a pumpkin when it is stuffed with such goodness and then roasted. It becomes soft, creamy, and all of a...

Nov132013

Ribbon Turkey Shirt Tutorial for your little ones!

I love the idea of my girls having something special to wear for the holidays, and it's even more fun when it's something I can make! So as Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, I decided to create something special that they could both wear––I hardly ever put them in matching outfits, but I couldn't resist with this cute little turkey! Here's what...