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05 October 2015

Ask Annie - The Halloween Party



Dear Annie, 
We are hosting a Halloween Party this year for the families in our new neighborhood. I am stumped about Halloween decorations that are fun AND appropriate for children and adults. Please help!
Waiting for Inspiration
Dear Waiting,

Isn't this a fabulous time of year? The weather is cooling off, the trees are changing colors (somewhere, but not in Texas). Best of all, there's Halloween to celebrate. My mom made my sister's and my costume every year. One time, we were Casper the Ghost and his friend Wendy, the sweet little witch. Another time, we were gypsy girls, with each of us fighting over Mama's scarves about who got the fancy one, the red one, the striped one...ha ha....Whether you like a scary haunted house or simply a bowl full of candy, here's all you need for a successful Halloween Party.


Waiting, I suggest that the little kids have their party inside, and the big kids (most call them the adults) can party on the patio. First, let's decorate for the children.

This adorable candle would be perfect on top of an orange pumpkin shaped cake.
Vintage Ghost on Trick or Treat Bag Halloween Candle, Halloween Decor, laslovelies




This smiling white ghost is just right!
vintage wooden ghost handmade 





Snap a picture of each child along side this gentleman jack-o-lantern.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/191071046/jack-o-lantern-gourd-pumpkin-halloween?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20halloween&ref=sr_gallery_21 lindafrenchgallery





After a few games, cake, and candy, read a Halloween story to the kiddos.

 IcicleGarden




Now, on to the big kid party decor.  This large copper coal bucket will hold ice and adult beverages just fine.





Wind chimes will add something to the party - especially if one of your "happy" guests who has visited the copper bucket one too many times gets tangled up in it!


https://www.etsy.com/listing/249070491/copper-wind-chimes?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20outdoors&ref=sr_gallery_22
jpcountrymarket





A perfect witch ensemble!





And, of course these shoes should be worn with THE DRESS.
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/160958835/vintage-black-pointed-toe-heels-1990s?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20halloween&ref=sr_gallery_18



In keeping with the theme, this black barware and orange pitcher provides the full Halloween affect.


https://www.etsy.com/listing/184056251/pitcher-southwest-design-ceramic-esmond?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20black%20barware&ref=sr_gallery_14 


Waiting, I hope your party is a Grand success.

Happy Halloween!

19 July 2015

Ask Annie - The Summer Visit

Our Dear Cynthia retired, and Ask Annie will try to assist you with all those pesky problems and questions we all wonder about.




"Annie"


Dear Annie, 
The Wicked Witch of the West is coming....oh, did I really say that?  mmmm...My mother-in-law is coming for a visit, and I am in a panic! We are hosting a backyard party while she is here, and our yard is a hot mess! Please give me some ideas before her broom lands (I mean airplane). 
Thank you!
Groaning in Galveston


Dear Groaning,
Put a smile on dearie and hang on. Here's all you need to make your party successful!

First, proudly display your Welcome to our Garden sign.
 Grapevine Wreath Garden Art Wreath Garden Decor Outdoor Art Outdoor wall art Garden OOAK Welcome Sign by colonialcrafts on Etsy
colonialcrafts




Use this Vintage Tea Trolley to easily roll around during the party and fill it with delicious fruits and champagne. Yummy! And if you roll over the witch's pointy toe someone's foot by accident, you can quickly offer another flute of the bubbly. Maybe she won't remember the mishap.
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/162903206/vintage-tea-trolleymetal-cartshabby-chic?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20garden%20decor&ref=sr_gallery_2
KarensChicNShabby



Next on the list: Say "cheese" for a photo to remember this backyard soiree. Sweetly suggest that the witch your mother-in-law pose on this fabulous Camel Garden Seat. Ooopsie.....now run for a towel or two like the tornado in Gone With the Wind before her wicked witch's wand anger bubbles over.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187366111/vintage-camel-garden-seatitalian?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20garden%20decor&ref=sr_gallery_12
RetroDaisyGirl



Count your blessings, honey, that you planned ahead with Annie's advice. The bad woman guest of honor will be pleased, no worries.

Don't forget the bug spray, darlin'. Those Texas mosquitoes can be quite annoying. (When she begins coughing, that's when you can stop pumping the sprayer.) 
https://www.etsy.com/listing/127959467/commercial-size-vintage-acme-bug-sprayer?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20garden%20decor&ref=sr_gallery_35



These adorable ladybug flower picks should make her black heart undecided opinion of your garden decorating skills soar.



All your guests will admire this lovely Angel Garden Bird Feeder ...
https://www.etsy.com/listing/174485669/garden-decor-bird-feeder-totem-wedding?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20yard&ref=sr_gallery_20



Sugar, fill this large metal wall planter on your patio wall with some hardy summer flowers. Even Cruella Deville hubby's mama will compliment the arrangement.
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/176195927/vintage-oversized-iron-and-metal-two?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20outdoor&ref=sr_gallery_38 



Birds will scramble to be the first nesters in this patriotic stars and stripes bird house ...
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/180723501/cedar-birdhouse-patriotic-hand-painted?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20birdhouse&ref=sr_gallery_11



This beautiful vintage salad bowl set will impress your guests.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/109673868/large-gold-leaf-blueberries-salad-bowl?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2team%20summer&ref=sr_gallery_12



After dinner and a few rounds of poker, the company goes home.
Congress Playing Card Ad "One Touch Tells You" Original Advertising 1950's



When the party is over, and She-Devil mom-in-law kicks off her shoes, you can be proud of your home and your entertaining skills.  
https://www.etsy.com/listing/160958835/vintage-black-pointed-toe-heels-1990s?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=v2%20v2team%20witch&ref=sr_gallery_6


Just Ask Annie any time, any questions for advice on any subject. Hope you know who had a magical visit!


Ta ta for now,
    Annie


"Ask Annie" will be a recurring feature, written by our own Anne from AnnesAccummulations.