tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84952969173025227472024-03-15T21:09:57.690-04:00Sweeter Than Sweet Dessert Tablesa blog by ashley holmgrenAshley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.comBlogger82125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-28795240790529370982011-05-13T15:49:00.000-04:002011-05-13T15:49:16.724-04:00Light Blue Inspiration BoardWedding season has begun. I have quite a few wedding invites this summer... finishing the season with my wedding in September. Selecting just the right invitation is my next project - a weighty decision with the many options available. As you think of wedding ideas, colors, and themes, take a look at this elegant outdoor wedding in tones of light blue.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrEe70ZKcEKqlh95xN9ldviv7kZbkXXwD4Ps2ghV3Trm1TJ77gN0_gF0jX50SDExXdwYTSKnBRzauFLo3eZaHNIH7pVVdQqdP0sC9K3lFsOAXIcDTBBd056L7a68KHBIapT2PmLAqhFMk/s1600/baby+blue+wedding.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="504" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrEe70ZKcEKqlh95xN9ldviv7kZbkXXwD4Ps2ghV3Trm1TJ77gN0_gF0jX50SDExXdwYTSKnBRzauFLo3eZaHNIH7pVVdQqdP0sC9K3lFsOAXIcDTBBd056L7a68KHBIapT2PmLAqhFMk/s640/baby+blue+wedding.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources (clockwise, starting from top left corner): <br />
<a href="http://bridalinspirationsbystephanie.tumblr.com/post/4116071426/i-love-the-way-the-seashells-were-incorporated">Tablescape</a>; <a href="http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2011/04/01/bridesmaids-in-shades-of-aqua/aqua-bridesmaids/">Blue wedding party</a>; <a href="http://www.projectwedding.com/photo/browse?photo_to_show=336294&tag=cake&thumbs_page=7">Blue ribbon cake</a>; <a href="http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://static.w-weddinginvitations.com/wwinvita/2010/04/cobalt-blue-wedding-invitations.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.w-weddinginvitations.com/cobalt-blue-wedding-invitations/&usg=__6iClRYc9Px2JBH_2i4WxXmK2Dpw=&h=322&w=430&sz=53&hl=en&start=33&sig2=gxo2Wt4fByP38BmNr85OKA&zoom=1&tbnid=avkRoaRLChjUCM:&tbnh=127&tbnw=211&ei=OR3MTav8Jonu0gHwuonwBg&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dblue%2Bwedding%2Binvitations%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26biw%3D1086%26bih%3D678%26tbm%3Disch0%2C1270&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=785&vpy=127&dur=1916&hovh=194&hovw=260&tx=204&ty=65&page=3&ndsp=15&ved=1t:429,r:8,s:33&biw=1086&bih=678">Blue wedding invitations</a>; <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/62140/detailview.aspx?STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&type=3&id=62140&MsdVisit=1">Blue flower centerpiece </a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-30587861595191217892011-05-06T21:34:00.001-04:002011-05-09T10:56:55.843-04:00Mother's Day Brunch & DessertsGive your Mom five star treatment from the moment she wakes up! Doesn’t she deserve it after all the support, unconditional love, and hard work she has given over the years? Start off with a delightful breakfast. A fruit salad, gourmet iced coffee or a raspberry-orange sunrise, and a muffin or a slice of a quick bread. Try to remember your mom’s favorite foods and serve them for an early dinner. Don’t forget dessert! Try one of these pie recipes below to wow your mom with the final touch of the day. She will be impressed by your thoughtfulness and effort – a sure win!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaMCnMM2OcSbJAYBPCzhR4kEQodBWOFTY__4ZeG61gZ0kaH0cOCJ1G8L94ZdhXSzKg6NzYMpQZL4D_Yc9OupfEOIcvXgqgbixlAFtloVk5QltVzaIiAjlOT_HtehpvTfKx0maOusKqkI0/s1600/brunch+beverages.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaMCnMM2OcSbJAYBPCzhR4kEQodBWOFTY__4ZeG61gZ0kaH0cOCJ1G8L94ZdhXSzKg6NzYMpQZL4D_Yc9OupfEOIcvXgqgbixlAFtloVk5QltVzaIiAjlOT_HtehpvTfKx0maOusKqkI0/s640/brunch+beverages.jpg" width="640px" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">Sources & Recipes: </div><div class="MsoNormal">1. <a href="http://www.homemadesimple.com/en-US/FoodandRecipes/Pages/gourmet-iced-coffee-at-home.aspx?TID=f7cdc520-7eb7-499f-a8fe-5f1edf14b80e">Gourmet Iced Coffee</a> </div><div class="MsoNormal">2. <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/raspberry-orange-sunrises-10000000521980/">Raspberry-Orange Sunrises</a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1IDcQxt_oynfAlvwrjL52Fx1wZa2gcgGRkIMDgUm-YFduXHWPZXw5csRwd8JaDHcDsc6oN0AhSJl4VDH65GIz8VByjA2ygEnUHEfLwuuOQ5HG94-OwMByKg4JmJan_2ejhMd1L8pTWpw/s1600/mother%2527s+day+desserts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1IDcQxt_oynfAlvwrjL52Fx1wZa2gcgGRkIMDgUm-YFduXHWPZXw5csRwd8JaDHcDsc6oN0AhSJl4VDH65GIz8VByjA2ygEnUHEfLwuuOQ5HG94-OwMByKg4JmJan_2ejhMd1L8pTWpw/s640/mother%2527s+day+desserts.jpg" width="640px" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">9. <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/apple-pie-by-grandma-ople/Detail.aspx">Apple Pie by Grandma Ople</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">10. <a href="http://www.traditionalhome.com/food_entertaining/cookingschool/all-american-pie-recipes_4.html">Mile High Toasted Coconut Cream Pie</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">11. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2002/06/apricotrasppie">Apricot Raspberry Pie</a></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-27203431571630245982011-05-05T16:22:00.000-04:002011-05-05T16:22:23.390-04:00Margaritas for Cinco De MayoHere are some great margarita recipes to try today! Happy Cinco De Mayo ! <br />
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1. <a href="http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/blueberry-lime-margarita-recipe-5335">Blueberry-Lime Margarita</a><br />
2. <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/food/2011/05/01/2011-05-01_cinco_de_mayo_one_tequila_two_tequila_margarita_recipe_to_shake_things_up.html">Passionfruit Jalapeno Margarita</a><br />
3. <a href="http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/pomegranate-margaritas-recipe">Pomegranate Margarita</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiajRM3LXZ3BpzfvX2YDG5QwOoRf7ImfeGSNGSs57ybmRf7qCFQ-725R7wyeE5sKyJdXK08RTetM8DT-O-tETvaia5TXawDAUPnoXxOU0ovOyxg7gy9WS2bmMGMCYXA5TqUIvpQt1aLPKw/s1600/margarita+pops.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiajRM3LXZ3BpzfvX2YDG5QwOoRf7ImfeGSNGSs57ybmRf7qCFQ-725R7wyeE5sKyJdXK08RTetM8DT-O-tETvaia5TXawDAUPnoXxOU0ovOyxg7gy9WS2bmMGMCYXA5TqUIvpQt1aLPKw/s640/margarita+pops.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>4. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2000/08/margaritaicepops">Strawberry Margarita Ice Pops</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhPwSH-_kN8Kg1sa4Zcow15Y56bAy9NuFsw4-dXVGz7_enPaZKFRne-bXGPEtWf3_jzjfdBTSI5bIOYK3Gkq-PD4EQ1kVAQBcJIV0xLcdHNpK4hrXNY1_oKWUUGAKdTlkYEQHCC0nEEg/s1600/margaritas2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhPwSH-_kN8Kg1sa4Zcow15Y56bAy9NuFsw4-dXVGz7_enPaZKFRne-bXGPEtWf3_jzjfdBTSI5bIOYK3Gkq-PD4EQ1kVAQBcJIV0xLcdHNpK4hrXNY1_oKWUUGAKdTlkYEQHCC0nEEg/s640/margaritas2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>5. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/pineapple-chili-margaritas-recipe/index.html">Pineapple-Chili Margarita</a> <br />
6. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/watermelon-margaritas-recipe/index.html">Watermelon Margarita</a><br />
7. <a href="http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/skinny-margarita-cocktail-recipes">Skinny Girl Margarita on the Rocks</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-28998576643107050492011-05-03T21:07:00.000-04:002011-05-03T21:07:07.525-04:00Cinco De Mayo DessertsCinco de Mayo is only two days away. Here are some Mexican inspired desserts to celebrate the day. These cakes & desserts would be great to bring to a Mexican themed fiesta. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnm7krWYFU2CTfQ78MZ6XXQOwcSWPmydEceGYywUNLIbVyCC4w4KtiW9FoZDqiAiaCivkS34QStIb551x_papNSAiEh2YXVaWwHf08g06ts9eeruvenlZ85CShtmOHuUyd_ZH4kbm38Xo/s1600/Mexican+Desserts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnm7krWYFU2CTfQ78MZ6XXQOwcSWPmydEceGYywUNLIbVyCC4w4KtiW9FoZDqiAiaCivkS34QStIb551x_papNSAiEh2YXVaWwHf08g06ts9eeruvenlZ85CShtmOHuUyd_ZH4kbm38Xo/s640/Mexican+Desserts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources & Recipes:<br />
1. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2003/05/three_milk_cake_with_rompope">“Three Milk” Cake with Rompope (Pastel des Tres Leches con Rompope) </a><br />
2. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/chocolate-ancho-chili-flourless-cake-recipe/index.html">Chocolate-Ancho Chili Flourless Cake</a><br />
3. <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Margarita-Cake/Detail.aspx">Margarita Cake</a><br />
4. <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Churros/Detail.aspx">Churros</a><br />
5. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/margarita-melon-salad-recipe/index.html">Margarita Melon Salad</a><br />
6. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/banana-quesadillas-recipe/index.html">Banana Quesadillas</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-16157212261821886002011-05-01T19:38:00.000-04:002011-05-01T19:38:22.841-04:00White Inspiration Board<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Hello again. Well it has been some time now. Besides having some computer problems, my fiancé and I took a trip down to South Carolina to visit his family for Easter. We had a great time with everyone and especially enjoyed the warm weather. Our visit was long overdue since our plans to go down for Christmas didn’t quite work out due to the many snow storms in NY. One topic which was discussed often was our upcoming wedding. Speaking of weddings, an all white wedding is classy, modern and timeless. Also, you can easily incorporate hints of color for a little pop here and there. Take a look at this beautiful inspiration board. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ7P8b_09p_vi6uFsjxS-sySVZaezP73PRwbRfHlstDCnhq595mBV0TCtrK_i-Ex3D_GZ74eHtmPgC-9FHZeMUzKQub0Vz4jyLHz2Dm-04s9Yoy1K_c9Bbc5H1VofKmQSehaw8lOzl_fA/s1600/Passover+Desserts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="603" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ7P8b_09p_vi6uFsjxS-sySVZaezP73PRwbRfHlstDCnhq595mBV0TCtrK_i-Ex3D_GZ74eHtmPgC-9FHZeMUzKQub0Vz4jyLHz2Dm-04s9Yoy1K_c9Bbc5H1VofKmQSehaw8lOzl_fA/s640/Passover+Desserts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources & Recipes:<br />
1. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2000/04/pecantorte">Pecan Torte with Strawberries and Cream</a> <br />
2. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001963992">Pistachio Pavlovas with Lemon Curd and Berries </a><br />
3. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2006/04/almondcookies">Almond Thumbprint Cookies</a><br />
4. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2008/04/passovercheesecake">Passover Lemon Cheesecake</a><br />
5. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/1994/04/chocolate_walnut_and_prune_fudge_torte">Chocolate, Walnut and Prune Fudge Torte</a><br />
6. <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/portal/site/mslo/menuitem.fc77a0dbc44dd1611e3bf410b5900aa0/?vgnextoid=6e646b4855158110VgnVCM1000003d370a0aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default&backto=true">Almond-Coconut Tart</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-4805703291318192202011-04-03T19:50:00.021-04:002011-04-03T19:58:41.930-04:00Green Inspiration BoardGreen is a rich, luxurious color. It can also be used with a variety of colors to create a different ambience for your wedding. For a more modern look, use black accents. For a more natural look, use brown accents. For a more elegant look, use gold accents. For a fun look, green can be paired with peach, coral, violet, plum, navy, or yellow. I love the warm, natural look of these photos. <br />
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<a href="http://www.josevillaphoto.com/">Couple holding hands</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/perfect-palettes-green-and-white#slide_7">teacups</a>, <a href="http://www.josevillaphoto.com/">place card table</a>, <a href="http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://photos.weddingbycolor.com/p/000/010/701/m/62344/p/thumbnail/179036.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.weddingbycolor.com/050110&usg=__PO7B2pMf8-GuWC6eLdir7hVhwHA=&h=267&w=178&sz=24&hl=en&start=1&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=vrkJmeYUuifqEM:&tbnh=113&tbnw=75&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dlauri_waring_wedding_8%26hl%3Den%26um%3D1">bridesmaids</a>, <a href="http://foryouloveme.com/">house</a>, <a href="http://www.saipua.com/">flowers</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-83866013420759733502011-03-31T19:02:00.001-04:002011-03-31T19:21:07.954-04:00Spring into DessertStrawberries (a personal favorite) are finally in season, so stock up and make a special strawberry treat for you to enjoy. Rhubarb is also in season, it's tartness pairs nicely with sweeter fruits such as raspberries or strawberries. Take full advantage of spring by enjoying these wonderful spring inspired desserts.<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/282514/strawberry-cream-cake?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/strawberry-recipes#slide_6">Strawberry Cream Cake</a><br />
2. <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/282742/strawberry-shortcake-jellies?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/strawberry-recipes#slide_19">Strawberry Shortcake Jellies</a><br />
3. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001981711">Strawberry-Almond Cream Tart</a><br />
4. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2002/05/strawberry_pannacottas">Strawberry Panna Cotta with Strawberry Compote</a><br />
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1. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001142018">Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Toasted Coconut</a><br />
2. <a href="http://www.anjasfood4thought.com/2010/03/plum-oatmeal-tart.html">Plum Oatmeal Tart</a><br />
3. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/quick-recipes/2011/04/fresh_grape_and_champagne_sorbet">Fresh Grape and Champagne Sorbet</a><br />
4. <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/259512/rhubarb-raspberry-crisp?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/rhubarb-recipes#slide_11">Rhubarb Raspberry Crisp</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfw6vHbkLVnEKrS23cG7EiohNd_xtzp5L9oI7np5yZt9x71wQ2IY9e4Q90CYRt2W1B6dr8M4CrduE-APRZWuow52TDMzsS2CSJhMSEPI9MypX2ZUeEP5xsN-93RrNXNe7E8fGYNeZkYGo/s1600/lemon+desserts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfw6vHbkLVnEKrS23cG7EiohNd_xtzp5L9oI7np5yZt9x71wQ2IY9e4Q90CYRt2W1B6dr8M4CrduE-APRZWuow52TDMzsS2CSJhMSEPI9MypX2ZUeEP5xsN-93RrNXNe7E8fGYNeZkYGo/s640/lemon+desserts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources & Recipes:<br />
1. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001185427">Lemon Angel food Cupcakes</a><br />
2. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2010/04/cream_puffs_with_lemon_cream_filling">Cream Puffs with Lemon-Cream Filling</a> <br />
3. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2011/04/lemon_meringue_pie_with_graham_crust">Lemon Meringue Pie with Graham Crust</a><br />
4. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001611677">Frozen Blackberry-Lemon Chiffon Pie</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-3525985332357211772011-03-29T11:45:00.000-04:002011-03-29T11:45:10.988-04:00Yellow Wedding Cakes<div style="font-family: inherit;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Refreshing, bright and stylish, a yellow wedding cake will bring a smile to everyone’s face. Enjoy this little dose of sunshine... </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc3bsryDtMC78ii5WgDiCtB0MsYJvxacX1Lnm3zqVTaTt6SrCFnNzxNr41d4YQSGhyphenhyphensVfFow-nvsayFYAxY-ZNuW7FGKqfjloQJnaVnkcjuw0q2jj-aA3fCYT3drDoZxFrDgWQWFZAkbo/s1600/yellow+wedding+cakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="542" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc3bsryDtMC78ii5WgDiCtB0MsYJvxacX1Lnm3zqVTaTt6SrCFnNzxNr41d4YQSGhyphenhyphensVfFow-nvsayFYAxY-ZNuW7FGKqfjloQJnaVnkcjuw0q2jj-aA3fCYT3drDoZxFrDgWQWFZAkbo/s640/yellow+wedding+cakes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sources: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1. <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/yellow-wedding-cakes?lpgStart=1&currentslide=4&currentChapter=1">Ruffly rose garland</a> ; 2. <a href="http://benharrisonphotography.com/">White cake with yellow roses</a> ; 3. <a href="http://static.w-weddingflowers.com/wwflower/2010/05/wedding-cake-yellow-flowers.jpg">Yellow cake with flowers</a> ;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">4. <a href="http://www.joythigpen.com/">Yellow cake with scallop icing</a> ; 5. <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/50267/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=50267&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=Yellow&Wedding%20Details=Cake">White & yellow pattern cake</a> ; 6. <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2009/05/29/wedding-cakes-by-april-reed-4/">White cake with yellow ribbon </a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-57940312147341683782011-03-28T14:40:00.000-04:002011-03-28T14:40:14.788-04:00Classic Purple Inspiration Board<div style="font-family: inherit;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Purple is a beautiful and very popular color for weddings. Hot red and cool blue combined to create this intriguing color. Purple is a deep jewel tone that imparts a royal confidence. Once thought as a color of royalty and nobility, purple accents work just as well in lavish affairs as it does in more relaxed settings. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYcTZPG0wM-gkOz4pjjkMqDxPmSnZaGDMZxwZnsdx7mgNvoOzhe5WvORazVdhYRczkGFPOtmjEYR3rT2cFxVGg1JmzhcPk7U98_ljm-SglZrwJq1bGhAT5kBLBdFHYOjvembUSogVhVTQ/s1600/purple+inspiration+board.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYcTZPG0wM-gkOz4pjjkMqDxPmSnZaGDMZxwZnsdx7mgNvoOzhe5WvORazVdhYRczkGFPOtmjEYR3rT2cFxVGg1JmzhcPk7U98_ljm-SglZrwJq1bGhAT5kBLBdFHYOjvembUSogVhVTQ/s640/purple+inspiration+board.jpg" width="534" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sources (Clockwise starting from top left corner):</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1. <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2008/11/13/wedding-invitations-by-east-six-2/">Invitations</a> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">2. <a href="http://sarahkchen.com/blog/?p=230">Couple</a> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">3. <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/46953/detailview.aspx?id=46953&type=3&colors=Purple&pageIndex=0">Boutonniere</a> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">4. <a href="http://fourwallsandaroof.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/picture-19.png?w=277&h=470">Purple & Cream Living Room</a> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">5. <a href="http://www.sweetart.com.au/gallery.php?cat1=cakes&cat2=wedding&page=4#">Cake</a> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">6. <a href="http://www.1001weddingflowers.com/images/hyacinth-purple-bouquet.jpg">Bouquet</a></span></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-5085556657065045752011-03-27T13:02:00.000-04:002011-03-27T13:02:52.890-04:00Easter CupcakesTake a look at these cute cupcakes decorated for Easter. Adding bright colors, flowers, eggs, baskets, bunnies and chicks to your baked goods is a great way to celebrate the joy of Easter. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMuO667HOzFltHrNRJV9SxP0mISttgNDbPSL8wtW66JZRd5t4f90TjekTDI37CZSM6R8SKxHet31BqkWkL_bvckq7L8UowbSsvUK8siyrtZ4qp7nzznb05h5LVGB2J_vwSccbqKl26-OI/s1600/easter+cupcakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMuO667HOzFltHrNRJV9SxP0mISttgNDbPSL8wtW66JZRd5t4f90TjekTDI37CZSM6R8SKxHet31BqkWkL_bvckq7L8UowbSsvUK8siyrtZ4qp7nzznb05h5LVGB2J_vwSccbqKl26-OI/s640/easter+cupcakes.jpg" width="400" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sources: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1. <a href="http://hankandhunt.blogspot.com/2011/03/for-love-of-peeps.html">Peeps Cupcakes </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/janset/3397865297/">Easter Cupcake Meadow</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/cutest-cupcakes-2009-contest-winners#slide_11">Easter Hat Cupcakes</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4. <a href="http://toriejayne.blogspot.com/2010/04/banana-cupcakes.html">Birds Nest Cupcakes</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">5. <a href="http://www.hostessblog.com/2011/03/easter-has-sprung-easter-party">Fondant Easter Cupcake Toppers</a></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-38772866429127056172011-03-24T18:31:00.000-04:002011-03-24T18:31:41.646-04:00Peaches & Cream Inspiration Board<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWfUL0Ana85D6iabu3f2o1w0UqNfWaBLBFtaSXkkowR0xkiJV0TtlKLydjCIcjdzY1ptMLYHQ49yPUALHcFQP4Tpo_dWtpInAL8pg9RxkUtBL4EeQeqgq0DhjM-ElRtnNfx66vfZvJ_0M/s1600/peach+inspiration+board.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a>Recently we have had some hints of spring weather (and some snow) in the northeast. Peach and cream conjure up images of spring flowers and the kind of weather we are all yearning for. This beautiful color palette is both romantic and timeless. <br />
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Row 1: <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/ODB/themes/realweddings/detailview.aspx?STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&type=3&id=61942&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=orange&pageIndex=7&ODBTHEMENAME=Real-Weddings&MsdVisit=1">bridal party</a>, <a href="http://trulysmitten.blogspot.com/2010/03/hana-design.html">peach bouquet</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt;">Row 3: <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/9285788/">dessert table</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/recipe/loose-petal-cake">cake</a> </span><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span></span></b> Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-65654161331805460532011-03-22T23:48:00.000-04:002011-03-22T23:48:18.577-04:00Healthier Baking<div style="font-family: inherit;"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:PunctuationKerning/> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:SnapToGridInCell/> <w:WrapTextWithPunct/> <w:UseAsianBreakRules/> <w:DontGrowAutofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" LatentStyleCount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style>
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</style> <![endif]--> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Everyone loves a little sweet treat. I am not one who believes in cutting out all desserts just because you are watching your waistline. Cravings can be sheer torture and can quickly derail your efforts to maintain a healthy routine. In my opinion, nothing compares to homemade desserts. An advantage of making your own dessert is that you know all of the ingredients that you are consuming and there are no chemicals (artificial preservatives). A few substitutions can be made to your homemade desserts to make them lighter/healthier. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oils: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Try using canola oil as a healthier oil. Applesauce can be used to replace oil in breads and cookies (it also replaces part of the sweetener due to its natural fructose).</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sugars:<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Granulated sugar and brown sugar are better for you than fake sugars. Instead of trying to substitute sugar, rather try to cut back on the amount of sugar called for in a recipe. Molasses, corn syrup, agave syrup and honey can also be used as sweeteners. Just be aware that each can add a different taste/texture to your recipe.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Milks: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Substitute whole milk with skim or 1% milk. Substitute heavy cream with light whipping cream. You can also use the same amount of plain fat free yogurt in place of buttermilk. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Eggs: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Egg substitutes can be an option, or you may want to try only using egg whites. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Peanut Butter: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Soy butter or sesame butter are healthier and more nutritious than peanut butter.<span> </span><span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Healthy additions to your dessert: flaxseed, wheat germ, whole wheat flour, wheat bran, oats nuts, dried fruit</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Try out one of these lighter desserts: </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo4UI_bbv_y5wUkHVDsb1XIrT9Rk2GzQrW35cN5TPIAnPBdKXPA1DapqI-jlT9Xgk_boOXTnPRzEDd1jLwjyKlrVXoLlEGBzHU7yOhSHZOpXPCNWh5VG-ekU_rmGIDCxW-FNtVG-BqNmo/s1600/healthy+desserts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="454" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo4UI_bbv_y5wUkHVDsb1XIrT9Rk2GzQrW35cN5TPIAnPBdKXPA1DapqI-jlT9Xgk_boOXTnPRzEDd1jLwjyKlrVXoLlEGBzHU7yOhSHZOpXPCNWh5VG-ekU_rmGIDCxW-FNtVG-BqNmo/s640/healthy+desserts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Sources & Recipes: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001880026">Deep Dark Chocolate Biscotti</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">2. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001696591">Carrot Cake with Toasted Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">3. <a href="http://www.joyofbaking.com/healthydesserts/LowFatBananaBread.html">Low-Fat Banana Bread</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">4. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001054849">Double-Crusted Apple Pie</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">5. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001949710">Chocolate-Cherry Heart Smart Cookies</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">6. <a href="http://www.anjasfood4thought.com/2010/10/cinnamon-raisin-oatmeal-cake.html">Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal Cake</a></span></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-71632533519910659062011-03-17T02:10:00.000-04:002011-03-17T02:10:07.987-04:00Happy Saint Patrick's Day!Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone!! Here are some festive green flowers from me to you to celebrate this joyous occasion. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTRDxNgChjfi3TFC99j05li_0YWFVVxj9sD3D3N8WiN8dRhbcK7LyIJIK57GAlq4qc7yCwQkkrafb1FCAVoZYMTwdXcDhxttW7TKfzA38ScF1VdiDRoNUl3l6480V5KeXWq0OAd7OWn9c/s1600/green+flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="254" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTRDxNgChjfi3TFC99j05li_0YWFVVxj9sD3D3N8WiN8dRhbcK7LyIJIK57GAlq4qc7yCwQkkrafb1FCAVoZYMTwdXcDhxttW7TKfzA38ScF1VdiDRoNUl3l6480V5KeXWq0OAd7OWn9c/s320/green+flowers.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">source: <a href="http://www.flora2000.com/blog/2009/03/13/st-patrick%E2%80%99s-day-green/">flowers</a></span></div><br />
I am looking forward to going to the St. Patty's parade in NYC today. Do you have any fun plans for today? If so, please share! In the meantime, take a look at these creative cake creations in honor of today: <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh997YTawXrmkN6t3yXQ7tnAv2R0j0Lj4QAqq1B3mk5DLdRwNi6K3lIcZQ3OWNrIF5FcYB72AY2LZ8LJT6TP_ILeyzCb9uJf3XB39QHIbxX8rf4N_71fk64awUhtXjHJJCZ9CHJ_kuFhW4/s1600/St.+Patty%2527s+Cupcakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh997YTawXrmkN6t3yXQ7tnAv2R0j0Lj4QAqq1B3mk5DLdRwNi6K3lIcZQ3OWNrIF5FcYB72AY2LZ8LJT6TP_ILeyzCb9uJf3XB39QHIbxX8rf4N_71fk64awUhtXjHJJCZ9CHJ_kuFhW4/s640/St.+Patty%2527s+Cupcakes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources:<br />
<a href="http://www.bakerella.com/red-velvet-revisited/">Green Red Velvet Cake Balls</a><br />
<a href="http://iammommy.typepad.com/i_am_baker/2011/03/beer-mug-cupcakes.html">Beer Mug Cupcakes</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVNg5ADR_CQSJ5l85-3PLGa1rVTBIbtW-xZf0cxrFCYxnNayrPVXcWkl9k7X-1NhJnx8GBOjAht4XGQHhyXFo_Cj65Ro09SjWp6rxXSSPfrunzqixcIUlUjW-pKLxStbPXTxj1s0r7fzk/s1600/shamrock+cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVNg5ADR_CQSJ5l85-3PLGa1rVTBIbtW-xZf0cxrFCYxnNayrPVXcWkl9k7X-1NhJnx8GBOjAht4XGQHhyXFo_Cj65Ro09SjWp6rxXSSPfrunzqixcIUlUjW-pKLxStbPXTxj1s0r7fzk/s640/shamrock+cake.jpg" width="640" /></a> <span style="font-size: x-small;">Source:</span> <span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://iammommy.typepad.com/i_am_baker/2010/03/st-pattys-day-cake.html">St. Patrick's Day Cake</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Love the wonderful shades of green inside this cake! </div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-61084073857721588502011-03-16T12:45:00.001-04:002011-03-16T12:50:53.354-04:00Authentic Irish Desserts<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN">The following dessert recipes will bring you back to your Irish roots. These recipes are based on traditional Irish desserts. Although not well known, many typical Irish dessert ingredients include either: fresh or dried fruit (especially apples), lemon curd, whiskey, or sweet potato. Enjoy your culinary trip to Ireland! </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLiqUFMyLBETIsVPBekmpF5jXUVAFn_RhgRh4acGFvDUBGD7BmRb7EaLVyk02fWgo1vM-kZoelpA4Z_9xG34DZYEVz3lNVchuMyY6l8YaBxzwQF58xn1bkXZTFtAw9X6tE7YFhkHJ_yAY/s1600/Irish+Cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="377" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLiqUFMyLBETIsVPBekmpF5jXUVAFn_RhgRh4acGFvDUBGD7BmRb7EaLVyk02fWgo1vM-kZoelpA4Z_9xG34DZYEVz3lNVchuMyY6l8YaBxzwQF58xn1bkXZTFtAw9X6tE7YFhkHJ_yAY/s640/Irish+Cake.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"></span></b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Sources & Recipes (horizontally from top left to bottom right): </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">1. <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Three-Layer-Berry-and-Brown-Sugar-Pavlova-354211">Three-Layer Berry & Brown Sugar Pavlova</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">2. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2007/05/bittersweet_chocolate_irish_whiskey_cake">Bittersweet Chocolate Irish Whiskey Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">3. <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Lemon-Curd-Layer-Cake-100975">Lemon Curd Layer Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">4. <a href="http://www.madeinkitchen.tv/blog/en/recipes/irish-apple-cake/">Irish Apple Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">5. <a href="http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/chocolate-guinness-cake-3086">Chocolate Guinness Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">6. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2005/09/chocwhiskeycake">Chocolate Whiskey Bundt Cake</a></span><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><br />
</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCq4U_LBBrwI_c4P8t88HXsd3TZQiBxHnSkYmIFCHKjrvR5wz7F1RpvjpqCXt_3tM1f6JP5tmCKl7AZuuAm2G1J0BZxniCvTtXPcxb40ej3JaQlDmnBPlZq6tFXjqcvRn7qLpIXHJkAT4/s1600/Irish+Pie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCq4U_LBBrwI_c4P8t88HXsd3TZQiBxHnSkYmIFCHKjrvR5wz7F1RpvjpqCXt_3tM1f6JP5tmCKl7AZuuAm2G1J0BZxniCvTtXPcxb40ej3JaQlDmnBPlZq6tFXjqcvRn7qLpIXHJkAT4/s640/Irish+Pie.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sources & Recipes (from left to right):</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">1. <a href="http://www.gourmet.com/recipes/2000s/2004/03/countryrhubarbcake">Country Rhubarb Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">2. <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/holidays/stpatricks/cathalarmstrongmenu/recipes/food/views/Bakewell-Tart-363912">Bakewell Tart</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">3. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2002/09/sweet_potato_pie">Sweet Potato Pie</a></span><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><br />
</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpklI0Uzdlxtv68kChkChw_rhPO_A9QpNI3oU49L_gRpuQbMU3ub69SySAAuVogcHqRivYkFA4QcNPiGGQXj80b2AIXjX3TtMzJ5DrexDZPhhyphenhyphenopWoT8DZcPXu-nytFFM4o4vArRL-06U/s1600/Irish+Bread.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="272" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpklI0Uzdlxtv68kChkChw_rhPO_A9QpNI3oU49L_gRpuQbMU3ub69SySAAuVogcHqRivYkFA4QcNPiGGQXj80b2AIXjX3TtMzJ5DrexDZPhhyphenhyphenopWoT8DZcPXu-nytFFM4o4vArRL-06U/s640/Irish+Bread.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: small;">Sources & Recipes (from left to right):</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: small;">1. <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2010/03/mrs_ocallaghans_soda_bread">Mrs. O'Callaghan's Soda Bread</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: small;">2. <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/irish-ginger-snaps/detail.aspx">Irish Ginger Snaps</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: small;">3. <a href="http://www.citrusandcandy.com/2010/03/irish-scones-and-happy-st-patricks-day.html">Irish Scones</a></span></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-27427469377017522042011-03-14T17:35:00.001-04:002011-03-14T17:35:59.686-04:00Green CocktailsIt's most fun to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in a local Irish pub. However, while most are enjoying their beer (or green beer), I have never been much of a beer lover. Take a look at 6 exciting green cocktails that you can try with or without the alcohol. You are sure to find one that suits your tastes.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYz6yotN52M87f7jC4DT_0ZMr2ELMW_9LYn0RZfvy6VVsCWeaRw3ZDsajhiTdOrVc_orTHAth7syWmuwVbYVWwtxShj8Lpkn9Xkd0QnPUmcrfbbCfiuYdvQ_AZBJEohJDkbm9K0l5WQ64/s1600/St.+Patrick%2527s+Day+Cocktails.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="353" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYz6yotN52M87f7jC4DT_0ZMr2ELMW_9LYn0RZfvy6VVsCWeaRw3ZDsajhiTdOrVc_orTHAth7syWmuwVbYVWwtxShj8Lpkn9Xkd0QnPUmcrfbbCfiuYdvQ_AZBJEohJDkbm9K0l5WQ64/s400/St.+Patrick%2527s+Day+Cocktails.jpg" width="400" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sources & Recipes: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1. <a href="http://www.drinkoftheweek.com/drink-recipes/greentini/">Greentini</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2. <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%20http://www.drinkoftheweek.com/drink-recipes/kiwi-masquerade/#axzz1GDxwutBJ">Kiwi Masquerade</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. <a href="http://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/cocktails/easter-drink.asp#leo">The Clover</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4. <a href="http://perfectpartypress.blogspot.com/2010/04/gorgeous-in-green-champagne-cocktail.html">Green Champagne</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">5. <a href="http://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/cocktails/midori-liqueur-cocktail-recipes.asp#lime">Midori Lagoon</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">6. <a href="http://cocktails.about.com/od/whiskeyrecipes/a/greendublin_apple.htm">Green Dublin Apple Cocktail</a> </div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-16350929107047801602011-03-10T11:20:00.000-05:002011-03-10T11:20:58.092-05:00Free Starbucks SamplesThis week Starbucks is celebrating their 40th Anniversary. If you visit on March 10-12 between 2 and 5 p.m. you will get a free Starbucks Petites when you order any handcrafted beverage (while supplies last). Petites are their new line of mini desserts (cake pops, mini cupcakes, whoopie pies, etc.) that are each under 200 calories. I look forward to sampling a petite soon. Let me know if you get to try one and what you think. <br />
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Here are some cute tags that can be used for cupcake toppers, or decorating gifts:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlFrCeD5mZkhr8ssPQ6E6qaE7LYz_mTO7_rWoL4a3lompY-RnSRyxemyyLrrSo-JXFRaCs5lihfQWDt9hFKzCasiwlsSCFdE__RqfAguljhjvQEGcTfSshFtpfiiYo-Hle-f9rBq-ltVs/s1600/St.+Patty%2527s+Day+Free+printables.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlFrCeD5mZkhr8ssPQ6E6qaE7LYz_mTO7_rWoL4a3lompY-RnSRyxemyyLrrSo-JXFRaCs5lihfQWDt9hFKzCasiwlsSCFdE__RqfAguljhjvQEGcTfSshFtpfiiYo-Hle-f9rBq-ltVs/s400/St.+Patty%2527s+Day+Free+printables.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>For these tags, you will need a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/EK-54-30047-Inch-Scallop-Circle/dp/B003DKS088?&camp=212361&creative=383837&linkCode=wss&tag=annaandbluepa-20">2 inch scallop circle punch</a>. <br />
Download this set of printables <a href="http://www.scribd.com/doc/49447114/St-Patrick-s-Day-Party-Decor-by-anna-and-blue-paperie">HERE</a>.<br />
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Here are some more cute cupcake toppers to choose from:<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Check out the "lucky" cupcake toppers <a href="http://www.scribd.com/doc/27771332/St-Patricks-Day-Party-Circles-Tomkatstudio">HERE</a> and the rainbow toppers <a href="http://www.livinglocurto.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/St.Patricks-CupCake-Toppers.pdf">HERE</a>. <br />
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Here's the last set:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Partying! </div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-40386169600026542392011-03-08T22:42:00.000-05:002011-03-08T22:42:46.792-05:00Going Green for St. Patrick's DaySaint Patrick's Day is soon approaching (March 17th). This past weekend already saw a number of festivals and parades for those early celebrants. After this long winter, we all need something to celebrate... and who doesn't feel a little Irish on St. Patty's Day? How do you plan to express your Irish side? These green desserts will surely help you show off your love of the holiday.<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipe/cupcakes/shamrock-milkshake-cupcakes/">Shamrock Milkshake Cupcakes</a><br />
2. <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/st-patricks-day/st-patricks-day-recipes/st-patricks-day-desserts/kiwi-lime-pie-714992/">Kiwi Lime Pie</a><br />
3. <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/st-patricks-day/st-patricks-day-recipes/st-patricks-day-desserts/clover-cookies-687480/">Clover Cookies</a><br />
4. <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Holiday-Pinwheels">Green Pinwheels</a><br />
5. <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Coconut-Pistachio-Pie">Coconut Pistachio Pie</a><br />
6. <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipe/cakes/st-patricks-day-cupcakes/">St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes</a><br />
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If you decide to make cupcakes, take a look at these decorating ideas for some inspiration:<br />
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1. <a href="http://amazingmoms.com/htm/leprechaun-hat-cupcake-wrappers.htm">Leprechaun Hat Cupcake Wrappers</a><br />
2. <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/recipes/shamrock-cupcakes-685415/">Shamrock Cupcake</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-25885810370320594382011-03-01T17:12:00.004-05:002011-03-02T21:33:48.753-05:00White Wedding CakesThere's nothing more glamorous than all-white wedding cakes. They are elegant and timeless. These cakes are somewhat reminiscent of the current trend in decor towards all white rooms. However, these rooms are never all white, but in fact use varying shades of white, e.g. cool white (grayish tone) and warm white (brownish tone) in addition to shades of beige. By using white tone on tone colors, these cakes are anything but boring. If you are determined to have some color in your cake but still want to take the traditional all-white route, you can add one large flower in the color of your choice (see 2nd picture). Take a look at these creative white cakes: <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirEBaiZjulg3EicqnsjAGmd1sSh8uw0ExE2u7deHNMfrWCFRRzKUMNbbL89BdUwqdggj_sxtKk9n0VEdZ5V7VcnsyetLm00fsfdzUkEe710FMTOGSPqx_ERTA6Pi6BSXGDHwQmyyvBDEA/s1600/white+wedding+cakes2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirEBaiZjulg3EicqnsjAGmd1sSh8uw0ExE2u7deHNMfrWCFRRzKUMNbbL89BdUwqdggj_sxtKk9n0VEdZ5V7VcnsyetLm00fsfdzUkEe710FMTOGSPqx_ERTA6Pi6BSXGDHwQmyyvBDEA/s640/white+wedding+cakes2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources: <a href="http://www.allweddingcakes.com/gallery/confections-by-renee-wedding-gallery/sugar-roses-picture">picture 7</a>, <a href="http://www.maisiefantaisie.co.uk/pearl-beau-wedding-cake.html">picture 8</a>, <a href="http://www.sylviaweinstock.com/index_fl4.html">picture 9</a>, <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/68653/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=68653&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=White&Wedding%20Details=Cake">picture 10</a>, <a href="http://www.maisiefantaisie.co.uk/diamante-stripe-wedding-cake.html">picture 11</a>, <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-photos/cakes/amazing-white-cakes/i/1681e0a08ae55715-0a039cf6404a2be6/81acfc38aa712834">picture 12</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-73849081072054695182011-02-28T20:28:00.001-05:002011-02-28T20:56:32.255-05:00Black and White Wedding CakesBlack and white wedding cakes have become very popular. They work for both formal and casual events and complement any color scheme. A black and white cake is very elegant and lends itself to be easily decorated with a splash of color. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgihxXXzK951fAWot_5ffNwN-LHpfypTsxw6IgA5UmW1yzzlm6HYJGgdnyboytxz36o7l0EWCXqivxRt9fi2g24EIQUO5kJoNd6IO8PSPUeGSxC1_F6AsILFw9nVM-yhgqZdUvzRCq2UQ0/s1600/black+%2526+white+wedding+cakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgihxXXzK951fAWot_5ffNwN-LHpfypTsxw6IgA5UmW1yzzlm6HYJGgdnyboytxz36o7l0EWCXqivxRt9fi2g24EIQUO5kJoNd6IO8PSPUeGSxC1_F6AsILFw9nVM-yhgqZdUvzRCq2UQ0/s640/black+%2526+white+wedding+cakes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources: <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-photos/cakes/black-wedding-cakes/i/1681e0a08ae55715-8a1672dc29d606b6/c246429d1eaafe48">picture 1</a>, <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/69229/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=69229&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=Black-and-White&Wedding%20Details=Cake">picture 2</a>, <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-photos/cakes/black-wedding-cakes/i/1681e0a08ae55715-8a1672dc29d606b6/f4b4a4b008cf9fe0">picture 3</a>, <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/48914/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=48914&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=Black-and-White&Wedding%20Details=Cake">picture 4</a>, <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/63692/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=63692&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=Black-and-White&Wedding%20Details=Cake">picture 5</a>, <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/28701/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=28701&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=White&Wedding%20Details=Cake&pageIndex=1">picture 6</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-33142117504882090142011-02-26T22:05:00.001-05:002011-02-26T22:06:14.107-05:00Green Wedding Cakes<div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">Today my fiancé and I had the first meeting with the bakery to discuss our wedding cake. We are still working on nailing down the appearance of the cake. However, we did decide the cake flavor. We chose white cake with the two outer filling layers in bavarian cream with fresh strawberries and the middle layer in chocolate mousse. Sampling the many different cake flavors was definitely a fun experience. Below are some beautiful green wedding cakes for inspiration. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilxQ4SH_3Rbk7NytmfuW_dnxlPZrf4MUWOZfMXxNmfjvM_WnP6wxsxjun0YmtjpkpDBNdzdRbBcJvXZXwvRjI5O45puO91tK5iOCQl4Emp2mVnclABckp2faYDEijRiMxUGtV4ZFUFQ54/s1600/green+wedding+cakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilxQ4SH_3Rbk7NytmfuW_dnxlPZrf4MUWOZfMXxNmfjvM_WnP6wxsxjun0YmtjpkpDBNdzdRbBcJvXZXwvRjI5O45puO91tK5iOCQl4Emp2mVnclABckp2faYDEijRiMxUGtV4ZFUFQ54/s640/green+wedding+cakes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">Sources: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">1. <a href="http://www.kiccacakes.co.uk/Cakes/Wedding/F2_apple_wedding_cake.html">Apple Cake</a> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">2. <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-photos/cakes/green-wedding-cakes/i/1681e0a08ae55715-5d4889cb8600b38d/e1aa9776be2b4765">Green Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">3. <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-photos/cakes/green-wedding-cakes/i/1681e0a08ae55715-5d4889cb8600b38d/8777e1268225bdc8">Hydrangea Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">4. <a href="http://www.allweddingcakes.com/gallery/confections-by-renee-wedding-gallery/orchids-on-buttercream-picture">Orchids on Buttercream</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">5. <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-photos/cakes/green-wedding-cakes/i/1681e0a08ae55715-5d4889cb8600b38d/ed5d064f02f7cc84">Green Flower Cake</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">6. <a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/68669/detailview.aspx?type=3&id=68669&STOPREDIRECTING=TRUE&colors=Green&Wedding%20Details=Cake">Leaves Cake</a></span></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-62269789875305245342011-02-18T19:23:00.002-05:002011-04-04T09:02:50.506-04:00Pink Wedding CakesSo I have been going through pictures and pictures of different wedding cakes. These pink cakes are too cute not to share. The ruffled cake is absolutely adorable and I am in love with the 3rd cake-so romantic! Which is your favorite? <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0Pe2u6KnR9vMMIREW0vFWyxgH2UgM7W0MQAO331FlA_kcB5BM2YydY3SIjRWBRXLipgDV5plrVJA6hyx2RewZngUDsUTuttNCwaGJmDWjbJ0h1wdkykflZ-8omHDgISGCh9kilsSZRoU/s1600/pink+wedding+cakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="540" j6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0Pe2u6KnR9vMMIREW0vFWyxgH2UgM7W0MQAO331FlA_kcB5BM2YydY3SIjRWBRXLipgDV5plrVJA6hyx2RewZngUDsUTuttNCwaGJmDWjbJ0h1wdkykflZ-8omHDgISGCh9kilsSZRoU/s640/pink+wedding+cakes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Sources: <a href="http://www.maisiefantaisie.co.uk/">pictures 1,2,6</a>; <a href="http://www.sylviaweinstock.com/index_fl4.html">picture 3</a>; <a href="http://www.wetakethecake.com/soft-frosted/wedding-cakes/pink-swiss-dots-wedding-cake.html">picture 4</a>; <a href="http://markjosephcakes.com/">picture 5</a>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-34763131842465667692011-02-17T19:09:00.001-05:002011-02-17T19:16:37.427-05:00Green & Yellow Wedding Inspiration BoardSo today I have been thinking about my (our) wedding all day. The colors, flowers, shoes, dresses, honeymoon... the list goes on. I put together this inspiration board to organize my thoughts and concentrate on what I really want for the September wedding. You are probably thinking, September... but that's so far away! It really isn't a lot of time when you are a perfectionist like me! =) <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuxdk6Ko67gA_QRZspj9FAh3B4h_-fniiHr6rk-2oQu4Bid0-FGM8x0VhFwSXpHakhe7ik7MARYf3UGb2hzVgrCS8hW8ACqIFxeSoyoSMmUNayr2abuV2ygsbkZdPqEw096vkBFVF_aQ/s1600/insp.+board.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuxdk6Ko67gA_QRZspj9FAh3B4h_-fniiHr6rk-2oQu4Bid0-FGM8x0VhFwSXpHakhe7ik7MARYf3UGb2hzVgrCS8hW8ACqIFxeSoyoSMmUNayr2abuV2ygsbkZdPqEw096vkBFVF_aQ/s640/insp.+board.jpg" width="438" /></a></div>If you can't tell... the colors for the wedding are going to be gray, yellow, green, black, white. The bridesmaids dresses (all 9 of them!) will be in a grayish/silver, similar to the dress in the bottom row. The groomsmen will be wearing tuxes with a gray vest and tie to match the ladies, much like the picture in the bottom row. The trouble I have been having is deciding where to tie in the green & yellow. I do very much love the bouquet shown to the left of the margaritas. Maybe the bridesmaids will be holding something similar to that bouquet at my wedding. I am planning to hold an all yellow bouquet. <br />
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We have an appointment next week with the bakery to discuss our wedding cake. I'm very excited about this, hoping it will be a fun and very <i>sweet</i> meeting.Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8495296917302522747.post-5582957993955157952011-02-16T17:08:00.001-05:002011-02-16T17:08:51.416-05:00Slow Cooker Desserts<div class="MsoNormal">I am starting to realize that slow cookers/crock pots are really amazing. They make cooking so easy, just throw all the ingredients into the slow cooker and come back in a few hours to a finished meal… or in this case, dessert! Check out some of these warming, comfort foods prepared in your slow cooker for those cold winter nights. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrK5iVrEU7OVZAstr9Sv2pAAhlquJZjfsqIXx7UAYjOXhcpmL89Wky0zir-TOE7GdkeyuCwiEp7TGpM4Ly6cnz8EOayoRRhb-Wc1X0xZU-gZzsGsSghWsLEnAT2rJJDjXH9rkZcPg5clI/s1600/crock+pot+puddings.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrK5iVrEU7OVZAstr9Sv2pAAhlquJZjfsqIXx7UAYjOXhcpmL89Wky0zir-TOE7GdkeyuCwiEp7TGpM4Ly6cnz8EOayoRRhb-Wc1X0xZU-gZzsGsSghWsLEnAT2rJJDjXH9rkZcPg5clI/s640/crock+pot+puddings.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">Sources & Recipes: </div><div class="MsoNormal">1. <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Slow-Cooker-Bread-Pudding">Slow-Cooker Bread Pudding</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">2. <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipe/pudding/old-fashioned-rice-pudding/">Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">3. <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipe/cakes/triple-chocolate-peanut-butter-pudding-cake/">Triple Chocolate-Peanut Butter Pudding Cake</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">4. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001665296">Mocha Pudding Cake</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">5. <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Pumpkin-Pie-Pudding-2/Detail.aspx">Pumpkin Pie Pudding</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">6. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001921276">Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbmFLfzSABXPtc4hsBuL9F1RJDlGmXLn4noKk5NpWONHHuTjqE79kH8F239Tp9fgz2ofrQMLea-_lmsTGkGrU7TChz-ZgCTrvhKVfzMT612UcYS4Yj7OU11M6mhVtUoYqPgEEO24-9SYk/s1600/slow+cooker+desserts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="446" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbmFLfzSABXPtc4hsBuL9F1RJDlGmXLn4noKk5NpWONHHuTjqE79kH8F239Tp9fgz2ofrQMLea-_lmsTGkGrU7TChz-ZgCTrvhKVfzMT612UcYS4Yj7OU11M6mhVtUoYqPgEEO24-9SYk/s640/slow+cooker+desserts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">Sources & Recipes: </div><div class="MsoNormal">7. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001842447&xid=yshi-mr-slow-cooker-100810">Rocky Road Chocolate Cake</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">8. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000000549822">Walnut-Stuffed Slow-Cooked Apples</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">9. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001921274">Triple Chocolate-Covered Peanut Clusters</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">10. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/slow-berry-cobbler-recipe/index.html">Slow Berry Cobbler</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">11. <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001694948&adsqs=">Slow-Cooker Lemon Poppy-Seed Cake</a></div><div class="MsoNormal">12. <a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/slow-cooker-maple-sauced-pears/d0e9b1c0-55e4-4378-8666-287b060b7988">Slow Cooker Maple-Sauced Pears</a></div>Ashley Holmgren Eventshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18168127276985433722noreply@blogger.com0