Archive for Tag: Memorial Day

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June 27, 2013

Summer Snow Cone Soiree

By: Amy Atlas, in Amy's Latest, Great Finds
After posting this snow cone party, we thought it would be fun to share some fun tools for a snow cone soiree. It is high 80s in NYC and we could definitely cool down with an icy treat! We love snow cones because they are easy to make, colorful, nostalgic and refreshing. Serve spiked snow cones for an adult soiree or virgin snow cones for the ‘lil ones. We’ve rounded up our favorite snow cone…
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June 11, 2013

All American Party Guest Dessert Feature

By: Amy Atlas, in Featured Submissions, Kids
One of the things that we love about doing this blog is that we get to see your special events every year. This is our third year featuring this little boy’s birthday and we love seeing him grow. The party was styled by Houston photographer Lucie from The Girls for her son’s 3rd birthday. His birthday fell on Memorial Day weekend this year so she created a patriotic picnic party in their backyard. Guests dined…
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May 24, 2013

Happy Memorial Day

By: Amy Atlas, in Amy's Latest
We are heading out East this weekend for Memorial Day to take in the sun (hopefully) and barbecue with good friends. We are honoring the men and women that serve this nation this weekend and although we love our parties, we try not to forget what this day is all about. We are sending you off with some fun stuff to get you in the patriotic mood. Have a great weekend. Photo credit: Better Homes…
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May 27, 2011

Cherries on Top Round Up – Happy Memorial Day!

By: Amy Atlas, in Recipes
Image via Amy Atlas. Memorial Day is here this weekend and it is the “official” start of summer in the United States.  When I was a kid, I always knew that summer was around the corner when I started seeing cherries at the market. There is something about seeing those first cherries of the season that always brings a smile to my face.   Instantly, I kick into summer mode and want to make summery desserts.  …
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May 31, 2010

Happy Memorial Day!

By: Amy Atlas, in Recipes
I’m loving this flag cupcake from Martha Stewart for a Memorial Day barbeque. If you don’t have time to bake today, you can pick up vanilla {or any flavor cupcakes} from your local supermarket or bakery and dress up with licorice lace stripes and piped blue buttercream stars. Speaking of Martha Stewart, we’re featured on Martha Stewart Weddings today so be sure to stop by. We’ll be back on Martha Stewart Weddings on Friday to…
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