Party Archives

Mini Cheesecake Recipe

May 14, 2013 by Tauni Leave a Comment

There are some treats that scream summer to me - popsicles, ice cream and mini cheesecakes. I know what you're thinking. What? Mini cheesecakes? Well, yes. My mom used to make these mini cheese cake tarts every summer, usually around July. She used to top them with cherries and blueberries (patriotic cheesecakes). Yum! It's spring so I changed it up a bit...You've got to try it out! Mini Cheesecake Recipe Ingredients: 1/2 box of Nilla Wafers 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla fruit/chocolate topping Directions Heat oven to 350. Line mini … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party, Recipe Tagged With: Cheesecake, Dessert, recipe

Summer Tortellini Salad Recipe

May 2, 2013 by Tauni 3 Comments

Utah's weather can be a little crazy...one day it's 45 degrees, while the next it's 80. However, you will find that once we've had one warm day here, we all pretend that it's summer. Though it was a colder day outside, we're dining like it's in the 90's. Summer Tortellini Salad Recipe Ingredients Cheese tortellini Peppers Grape tomatoes Summer sausage (you could use something stronger, I am just not a spice girl) Parmesan cheese Basil Italian dressing Directions Cook and drain cheese tortellini. (I like to add just a touch of EVOO to the water to ensure that the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party, Recipe Tagged With: Entertaining, Italian, recipe, Salad

Artichoke Poppy Seed Cheese Bread

March 25, 2013 by Tauni 15 Comments

I am going to own up. Though I have pinned a ton of ideas on Pinterest, I have never ever really made anything inspired by the site. Please tell meI am not the only one to do this?!? I decided in Januaryif I was going to continue to spend time on Pinterest, I needed to actually use it effectively (i.e. make something I had pinned). It's March, but I have finally made good on my New Year's commitment. I started with a recipe called Bloomin' Onion Bread from the Girl Who Ate Everything. Of course, I changed it up. For the original, which has been pinned hundreds of thousands of times, be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party, Recipe Tagged With: Appetizer, Entertaining, Party, recipe

Party Trend – Tissue Tassels

February 20, 2013 by Holly @ Paisley Petal Events 3 Comments

Tissue tassels and garlands have been on the party scene for a few years now, but they continue to be a popular party accessory. Confetti System has been credited with the original tissue tassel design and now you can buy tissue tassel garlands from many shops on Etsy, but if that's not in your budget, the good news is that they're quite easy to make! There are many online tutorials if you want to try making one yourself for your next event. I've gathered a few traditional and some unique ways to use tissue tassels to dress up your party. Kori at Paper and Pigtails used tissue tassel … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party Tagged With: Birthday, Birthday Party Decor, Party

Super Bowl Party Appetizer – Red Velvet Cheese Ball

January 15, 2013 by Holly @ Paisley Petal Events 4 Comments

The Super Bowl is coming up in less than three weeks. It's Sunday, February 3rd, to be exact. Whether you're hosting the big game at your house or watching it somewhere else, finger foods and appetizers are usually the main attraction (besides the commercials, of course!), so I thought I'd share a yummy Super Bowl party appetizer for you to try. For New Year's Eve we went to a friend's house and I made a delicious red velvet cheese ball that you may have seen on Pinterest. It was a huge hit with everyone, so I thought I'd make a variation for the Super Bowl party or any football party—a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Holiday, Party, Recipe Tagged With: Dessert, Football, recipe, Super Bowl

Fried Potato Wedges Recipe

December 10, 2012 by Tauni 2 Comments

Last month I shared a recipe from our annual Halloween dinner. I actually whipped up this fried potato wedges recipe (otherwise known as fried ogre fingers) then, but didn't get a chance to share it. Turns out it's a bit of a kid favorite around here, so it looks like I have another opportunity... Fried Potato Wedges Recipe Ingredients: large potatoes (I used four, but it depends on the size) 4 c. cornflakes oil (for frying) chopped onion (I always go a little light on the onion) salt and pepper (to taste) 1 c. flour 1 tbls. cornstarch 4 tbls. water Directions: Peel and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party, Recipe Tagged With: recipe

Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe

December 3, 2012 by Tauni 2 Comments

Friday, I shared my go to hot chocolate mix recipe with a peppermint twist. Let's be honest, if you're going to have some peppermint hot chocolate, you've got to top it off with a little whipped cream. Today I thought I would share my go to homemade whipped cream recipe - so much more rich and tasty than the canned stuff. Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe Ingredients 1 c. heavy whipping cream 2 tps. pure vanilla 2 tblsp. powdered sugar Directions Beat the cream and vanilla in a chilled bowl with a whisk or a mixer until they hold a loose peak. Sift the sugar over the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party, Recipe Tagged With: Dessert, Hot Chocolate, recipe, Whipped Cream

Thanksgiving Glitter Dipped Pumpkin Place Card Holders

November 20, 2012 by Holly @ Paisley Petal Events 4 Comments

Paisley-Petal-Events-pumpkin-place-cards-9

You may have noticed the fun, new paint-dipped trend appearing everywhere recently, from furniture to utensils, vases, bags and pretty much anything else you can think of... I came across these bright color-dipped pumpkins from Sweet C's Designs which became the inspiration for my glitter-dipped pumpkin place card holders for Thanksgiving. I love to use place cards at parties and especially for special occasions such as Thanksgiving and Christmas since you usually have large family gatherings for these holidays. My kids always enjoy looking for their name at the table. Typically I just … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Holiday, Party Tagged With: Holiday, Party, Place Card, thanksgiving

Jalapeno Ranch Dip Recipe

November 19, 2012 by Tauni 1 Comment

This time of year we do a lot of entertaining. Whether it's guests for a football game, a fall feast or even Thanksgiving, one dish that cannot be skipped is the ubiquitous veggie tray. Right? Though I'd like to pretend it's the vegetables I am interested in, I have to own up...For me, it's all about the dip. Today I am sharing one of my favorite veggie tray dip recipes - Jalapeno Ranch Dip. This has just enough zing to make it special, but it's mild enough that spice wimps like me can enjoy it as well... Jalapeno Ranch Dip Recipe Ingedients 2 c. mayonaise 1/2 c. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Party, Recipe Tagged With: Entertaining, Jalapeno, Party, Ranch

DIY Stamped Thanksgiving Napkins

November 15, 2012 by Tauni 1 Comment

About a month ago I was lucky enough to guest post over on my friend Amy's site, The Idea Room, where I shared a fun way to personalize your party with DIY Halloween stamped napkins. I had so much fun with them, I decided to make some DIY stamped napkins for Thanksgiving as well. One of the things that I like about this project is just how easy it is...It's something you could do on your own, or with your kids. How to Make Stamped Thanksgiving Napkins Supplies: Paper napkins Fall/Thanksgiving Stamps (I bought mine on sale at Michael's for less than $2 a piece) Ink Really, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Feature, Holiday, Party Tagged With: Holiday, Party, thanksgiving