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    Hot In The Hive: Nordic Ware Castle Bundt Pan

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    Lisanne Silverman on Oct 13, 2009 6:21 AM PDT
    It's a sad, sad day when you realize there's a chance you might be too old to go trick-or-treating. This realization either comes in the form of a too-high number of slammed doors during the previous year's Halloween activities, or a shift from fear of cavities to fear of calories. Eeek! Luckily there are still plenty of ways to make the most of your annual sugar rush and they don't involve dipping into the kids' stash (bad!) or going to town on the office candy bowl. This Nordic Ware Castle Bundt Pan turns an ordinary box of Halloween Funfetti cake mix into a haunted mansion (with the help of some sprinkles, gumdrops, and fondant), and is way more exciting than an endless influx of bite-sized Snickers bars. We know- it's not free like trick or treat candy is, and it's not exactly handed to you, but try to accept it as a part of growing up. Still feeling bitter? Be that person and hand out toothbrushes and sugar-free candy. Muahaha...


    Price: $36
    Who Found It: lisannebee was first to add the Nordic Ware Castle Bundt Pan to the Hive

    10 Outdoor Entertaining Tools You Need For The 4th Of July ...

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    Anna Yu on Jun 30, 2009 8:21 AM PDT
    The 4th of July is rapidly approaching and I've been busy figuring out how I'm going to go to all the barbecue parties and picnics I said I'd go to! (I mean, how could I say no to juicy burgers, grilled veggies and cold drinks with all my friends and family?) Anyway, I know I have plenty of capable people who can work the grill as well as Bobby Flay so I can definitely count on a delicious meal. They've got the grill and the charcoal ready, but the last time I went to an outdoor grilling party, I noticed that all their tools have seen better days. I'm looking to replace their ratty and singed oven mitts with a suede bbq grilling mitt instead. There are some things that they didn't know they need too like the magic seasoning sheets that lay on the perfect flavor. For more outdoor entertaining tools that will make your 4th of July (and beyond!) tastier, check out my slideshow!

    Totally Silly And Competely Appropriate New Year's Eve Party ...

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    Anna Yu on Dec 30, 2008 9:27 AM PST
    One of the best parts of celebrating the arrival of the new year is going to a festive party where everyone is dressed to the nines but wearing the silliest accessories. I've seen girls wearing furry bikinis with the year stamped on the you-know-where and light-up tiaras. While I was freezing just looking at them, it was hard to ignore how much fun they were having (and the attention they were getting)! So for this New Year's Eve, it's ok to go all out and get silly with your family and friends. Make sure every photo has at least one pair of glowing sunglasses or furry pimp hat! For more accessories only appropriate for New Year's Eve, see the SLIDESHOW.

    Party Decorations For New Year's Eve And Beyond!

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    Anna Yu on Dec 30, 2008 7:22 AM PST
    Are you going to be the host of this year's biggest New Year's Eve bash for your friends and family? You may have the outfit planned and party favors laid out, but I found some great pieces of decor that will really brighten up the room! Best part is, you can continue to use everything well after celebrating the arrival of 2009! Take a look at the recipe cocktail shaker from Pottery Barn so you'll never have to memorize the recipe for a whiskey sour again! Everyone loves a classic chandelier, but if you don't have the real deal, fake it with a wall decal! So before you pop the bubbly, check out my SLIDESHOW for New Year's Eve party decor ideas!

    Fun Favors For A Rockin' New Year's Eve Party!

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    Anna Yu on Dec 28, 2008 5:18 AM PST
    You may be done celebrating Christmas, but the holiday season isn't over yet! In three days, we'll be counting down to say goodbye to 2008 and hello to 2009! You may have already picked out your New Year's Eve look, but if you're hosting a party to ring in the new year, you'll need more than a jaw dropping dress! Finger food and bubbly drinks aside, orchestrate your guests in a traditional British way with crackers and whistles tuned to different pitches. And who doesn't like glowing necklaces that make it easy to find your sweetheart to kiss when the clock ticks toward midnight? Be sure to keep checking back for more New Year's Eve style and decor ideas! Meanwhile, take a look at the SLIDESHOW for fun New Year's Eve party favors.

    Holiday Entertaining Tips From Home Designer Kim Seybert

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    Pauline Montupet on Nov 26, 2008 8:21 AM PST
    Between Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve, the holidays are packed with reasons to have a party. Stressed about what your going to do and how your going to get it done? Kim Seybert, entertaining expert and designer of chic tableware accessories is here to help. She gave me the scoop on her top 5 holiday entertaining tips to share with the Hive!

    Make sure you enjoy your own dinner party. For Thanksgiving or Christmas this means hiring some help or enlisting a family member or two to help with the set up. Make sure to prepare as much of your menu in advance as well setting your table the night before. You don't want to be stuck in the kitchen instead of spending time with your guests. Since there is usually so much food on the table for the Thanksgiving or Christmas meal, keep your centerpieces (flowers, candles, etc) simple. Want to get more expert tips from Kim? Click "read more" and have stress free holiday parties.

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