Wednesday, October 14, 2015

It's officially time to Fall

... ah, the most wonderful time of the year... 

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"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers" 
- Anne of Green Gables

For me anyways!

Who doesn't love a fun cocktail napkin? Or I like to call them, anything napkins.   They are a necessity.  Whether I need them or not... use them for any occasion!  It is an added accessory to your glass of wine, cup of coffee, or your beverage of choice no matter the day.     

Throw it under a cookie or a slice of cheese or just simply use it for decoration.  Love it that much?  You can even frame it (yep, I have done this!)

So, paper towel, you're on the bench.  Sassy cocktail napkin, you're up!  

Darlin' go spice things up!  

Living in Raleigh I was a frequent visitor of Swoozies.  Just recently I stumbled across one here in Charlotte.  Oh happy day! Gift heaven.  They have everything from cocktail napkins to stationary & most everything in between.  

Swoozies is a one stop shop for any occasion.  

Let's just say, I recommend taking a look & stopping in! 

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"Oh Carolina, you keep calling me home." - 

Fall means crisp air & cool temperatures.  And there is nothing better than a hot cider to warm you up!   The fun thing about cider is you can put your own twist on things!  My go-to is below.  

Super simple.

Spiked Mulled Cider  4 cups apple cider 1 orange, peel only 4 cloves 3 cinnamon sticks (plus more for garnishing) ¼ tsp nutmeg grated 2” piece of ginger, peeled 8 oz Rye whiskey, divided  In a large pot on low heat, gently heat the cider, orange, spices and ginger. Allow to warm for at least 20-30 minutes until mixture is warm and fragrant  Add 2oz of whisky to each mug, top with cider.:
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Grab an orange
Stick some cloves in it. 
Throw it in your crock pot along with a few cinnamon sticks, bottle of apple cider & your favorite rum.  
Turn it on.  
Wait 4 hours & poof.  
Enjoy! 
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Another pantry necessity: styrofoam cups (these can also be found at Swoozies & are a perfect pairing for your hot cider! )

cozy candles + plaid:
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...pull up a seat... 

Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the Fall.  Boots. Bonfires. Leaves. Sweaters. Cider. Pumpkins. Scarves. Football. Chili. Snugglin'. Vests. Crisp air.  Love.

... happy fall yall... 
xo
-W

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