finally some fall weather

The weather is finally cooling here in Southern California and it is time for some simple Fall traditions.  One of my favorites...being bundled up in front of a crackling fire drinking hot chocolate.

Here is a great Halloween twist on my toasty tradition (as well as a great end of party send off for your guests). How about serving up some blood red hot chocolate with marshmallow bones found at Martha.

butter beer please

More Harry Potter goodness found here - what a great presentation.

sippin' cider through a straw

photo via Oh Happy Day

I fell in love with these straws when Jordan posted them at Oh Happy Day for her old fashioned soda bar post.  If you haven't seen that post head over and check it out - adorable!

Today she posted the link for these fun straws.  You can find them at Kikkerland.

vintage vinyl

I ran across these great coasters while looking for incredibly stupid gifts at stupid.com to exchange with my stupid friends.  I'm joking...my friends are far from stupid but they do appreciate stupid gifts but hey I'm getting way off topic.

These coasters would be a great addition to your next guitar hero party or equally rocking bash.  They are a bit pricey at $22 for 4 so they may be best used for a small intimate gathering. Price aside - I want these so they are definitely going on my party wish list.

For more fun, unique and dare I say stupid ideas for gifts and  parties take some time to look around at stupid.com - you won't believe what you find.

found some milk bottles

After seeing the cute little milk snowmen that I previously posted about I started a brief search to find milk bottles.  I found these pictured above.  They aren't cheap $150 for 24 but you can use them over and over again - just like any regular drinking glass.  

I'm still on the hunt for a cheaper source but at least I know they are available.  When I have time for a longer search I'll let you know what I found or if any of you find a great source for these milk bottles please let me know.

could this be cuter?

I am loving these little guys found over at Better Homes and Garden.  How cute would these be on a holiday party table?