Thursday, November 27, 2014

Happy Thanksgiving!



Hello Friends,

All of us at Interior Design would like to take this opportunity to wish you all the timeless treasures of the season; the warmth of home, the love of family and the company of good friends.

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at Interior Design!

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Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Happy Thanksgiving Tag!


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Everyone loves Thanksgiving leftovers, so their to-go boxes may be just as stuffed as they are. Have plenty of handy twine on hand to wrap the boxes to prevent any mishaps on the way home. Most importantly, enjoy your family and friends and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Visit our November 1st, 2014 post for FREE printable templates...

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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Sweet Treats


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

These mini box containers are just the right size for a sweet surprise for your guests. Fill with candies or snack mix, tie with twine and top with one of the printable "Sweet Treats" tags, then hand out to guests as they're leaving for a sweet send-off.

Click HERE for printable "Sweet Treats" tags...

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Monday, November 24, 2014

Make It Last


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Print these "Enjoy Later" labels on white card stock then use a circle cutter to create round labels to embellish pint-sized containers' lids.

Click HERE for the printable "Enjoy Later" labels.

Start a new tradition, Go GREEN...

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Friday, November 21, 2014

Homemade Fast Food


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Use mini containers to assemble the perfect to-go meal for friends or family who'll miss the Thanksgiving festivities due to travel or work obligations. They'll definitely be thankful for your thoughtfulness.

Start a new tradition, Go GREEN...

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Thursday, November 20, 2014

Eco-Friendly Paper Packaging


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Forget Styrofoam and instead opt for eco-friendly paper containers for leftovers. Set out a variety of sizes and types of boxes and cartons. Disposable wooden utensils are also a great idea.

Start a new tradition, Go GREEN...

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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Pack It Up


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Be sure to send your guests home with plenty of delicious leftovers. Set up a food packaging station where guests can fill to-go containers with their favorites. Top boxes with one of the free printable labels for a chic finishing touch.

Click HERE for the free printable labels.

Enjoy with family and good friends...

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Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Candied Yams


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio
Recipe by Molly Ashton, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

It's not Thanksgiving without candied yams, and they're actually easier to make than you may think. Give this recipe a try.

Candied Yams Recipe

Ingredients
  • 7-8 large yams
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • approximately 20 large marshmallows (optional)

Instructions
1. In a large pot of water, boil yams until almost fork tender. Tip: Do not over-boil; a little on the firm side is better than too soft.

2. Remove yams from water and set aside to cool.

3. Once cool, remove skins. Cut yams into approximately 1-2 inch cubes, keeping the size consistent.

4. In a large sauté pan, melt butter, then add brown sugar and stir to mix.

5. Add the cubed yams, cooking on medium/low heat, stirring often until the sauce caramelizes.

6. After about 10 minutes, add large marshmallows and continue to cook on low heat so the marshmallows melt into the caramelized mixture. Simmer on very low heat until ready to serve.

Sweet and gooey, this recipe is a fall favorite for kids and adults alike. Whip up a big batch for your Thanksgiving get-together.

Bon Appétit...

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Monday, November 17, 2014

Set Up a Thanksgiving Snack Mix Station for Kids


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio
Project inspired by i heart baking!

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Keep the smallest holiday guests occupied while you finish Thanksgiving dinner with a snack station where they can concoct their own sweet-and-salty mix. Save them from hunger and boredom with custom creations topped by their own artwork.

Have fun creating your Snack-Mix Station...

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Friday, November 14, 2014

A Thanksgiving Favorite

Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio
Recipe Compliments of Molly Ashton, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Use preprinted food labels for the basics like turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie and more. Craving Thanksgiving's favorite side? Try this easy stuffing recipe.

Ingredients
  • 2 medium onions, minced
  • 2-3 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 packages seasoned stuffing mix
  • hot water
  • dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions
1. Saute onions and celery in butter, sprinkle with poultry seasoning and set aside to cool slightly.

2. Once cool, mix this with dry stuffing mix.

3. Heat broth, then read directions on stuffing mix box and add enough hot water to the broth to make up the amount of liquid required for stuffing mix.

4. Pour liquid over the dry stuffing mixture and fluff with a fork until completely moistened. Mix in a few dried cranberries, if you'd like.

Click HERE for preprinted food labels.

Whether you prefer your stuffing in or out of the bird, this easy recipe is the perfect complement to Thanksgiving's main event...

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Thursday, November 13, 2014

Label It

Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Print these blank labels to add the perfect finishing touch to your Thanksgiving buffet. Guests can fill out the label for their dish as they arrive.

Click HERE to get the blank labels...

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Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Signature Cocktail

Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

It's a great idea to have a signature beverage at any celebration. Choose something seasonal like these caramel apple martinis. Dress up the glasses with cinnamon sugar and a wooden stir stick.

Caramel Apple Martini Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1 oz. Baileys Irish cream
  • 1/2 oz. apple schnapps
  • 1/2 oz. butterscotch schnapps
  • 2 oz. half-and-half or whole milk
  • coarse sugar
  • ground cinnamon

Instructions
1. Rim glass with coarse sugar mixed with cinnamon.

2. For each cocktail, pour all ingredients into a drink shaker.

3. Fill shaker with ice then shake and strain cocktail into a chilled glass, with or without ice.

Click HERE to download the free printable labels for a custom look.

Perfect signature cocktail for your next fall get-together or Thanksgiving dinner...

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Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Happy Veterans Day!


Hi Friends,

Today we celebrate and honor the courageous men and women who have given their lives to protect and preserve the Spirit and Promise of Freedom. For those who are Free will always be grateful to those who helped preserve it. May your home and your heart shine with the warm light of Freedom.

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Monday, November 10, 2014

Be Our Guest

Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Hi Friends,

Make sure your guests are in the know by mailing out this gorgeous invitation a few weeks before the big day. Just fill in the details suggesting they bring their favorite side dish or dessert so everyone can sample each other's best recipes.

Click HERE for the invitation template, compliments of The TomKat Studio.

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Saturday, November 8, 2014

Homemade Pumpkin Pie


Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio
Receipe Compliments of Molly Ashton, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Most people agree that oh-so-seasonal pumpkin pie is one of the best things about Thanksgiving. Bake your favorite recipe or try this one and display on a pretty pedestal to remind your guests to save room for dessert.

Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Ingredients
  • 15-ounce can pumpkin
  • 14 ounces eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 9" unbaked pie crust (store-bought or use your favorite recipe) whipped cream

Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

2. In a small saucepan, slowly heat the pumpkin, spices and salt until warm; mix well.

3. Set aside and let the mixture cool slightly.

4. Add eggnog and eggs and whisk together in a medium bowl until smooth.

5. Pour into crust and bake for 15 minutes.

6. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and continue baking for 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted an inch from crust comes out clean.

7. Allow pie to cool then top with whipped cream before serving.

What would Thanksgiving be without pumpkin pie? Whip up this traditional dessert as the perfect finish to your Thanksgiving meal.

Bon Appétit...

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Friday, November 7, 2014

Set the Table

Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio
Photography by Rennai Hoefer, ten 22 studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

With your turkey in the oven and your guests bringing most of the sides, you can focus on decorating your home and setting a beautiful table. A patterned fabric table runner in fall colors adds elegance while these paper place cards are easy to make with the free printable templates and a few basic craft supplies. Learn how to make your own.

Materials Needed:
  • brown standard-sized cupcake liners
  • foam dots
  • hot glue gun and glue sticks
  • permanent marker or calligraphy pen

Click HERE to download 2 Thanksgiving Leaf Templates

Click Here to download Happy Thanksgiving Flag Template

Print Templates and Cut Out
Download and print leaf and flag designs, one of each per guest. Cut out printed leaf carefully just inside the edge.

Personalize Flags
Fold two brown cupcake liners in half and overlap to create the ruffled circle. Use hot glue to attach to the center of the leaf. Cut out "Happy Thanksgiving" flags along gray dashed lines and write guests' names on each flag using a black or dark brown calligraphy marker or pen.

Assemble Place Card
Fold flag twice on each side and trim ends in an inverted triangle to create a pennant shape then attach flag to leaf with foam dots for added dimension.

Welcome your guest and put the finishing touch on your Thanksgiving table with this free printable place card. Have fun...

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Thursday, November 6, 2014

Take On the Turkey with this

Courtesy of Ariana Cooper, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

The turkey is hands-down the star of Thanksgiving dinner and should be center stage on your buffet. As the host, plan on cooking the turkey yourself. This Citrus and Herb-Roasted Turkey With Gravy Recipe is sure to hit all the right notes with your guests.

Ingredients
  • 13-15 lb. turkey
  • 2 oranges, quartered (more for garnish)
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 lemons, quartered (more for garnish)
  • 8 sprigs rosemary, divided (more for garnish)
  • 8 sprigs oregano, divided
  • 8 sprigs sage, divided
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature, divided
  • 2 tablespoons herbes de Provence
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
  • 7 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions For Turkey:
1. Heat oven to 400 degrees F.

2. Insert orange, onion, lemon and three sprigs each of rosemary, sage and oregano into the cavity of turkey.

3. Combine 2 tablespoons of butter, herbs de Provence, olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread half of the mixture under turkey's skin and the remainder over the breast.

4. Place in roasting pan and tent for 20 minutes.

5. Add 4 cups of broth and remaining herb sprigs then roast for 40 minutes.

6. Reduce oven to 350 degrees and remove foil.

7. Add 1 cup of broth and return to oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours until thermometer reads 175 degrees.

8. Remove turkey from pan and let stand.

Instructions For Gravy:
1. Strain pan drippings into a 4-cup glass measuring cup.

2. Discard solids and skim fat.

3. Add remaining broth and butter to roasting pan over stovetop.

4. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up browned bits.

5. Add flour while whisking for 1 minute.

6. Whisk in broth mixture and bring to a boil.

7. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until gravy thickens. Serve with carved turkey.

Thanksgiving's main course should be special. Enjoy this recipe for a moist and savory bird with a delicious herbal-meets-sweet flavor.

Bon Appétit...

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Wednesday, November 5, 2014

A Thanksgiving Spread


Courtesy of Layla Palmer
Photo courtesy of Grace Light

Hi Friends,

A row of colorful heirloom pumpkins can create a simple and elegant autumn-inspired display. Accented with pinecones and a few small hangtags stamped with fall messages, your mantel will ooze with Thanksgiving charm. What a great mantel to welcome your Holiday guest...

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Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Happy Election Day!



Hi Friends,

Election day is such an important day for us as it affords us the liberties we enjoy everyday...

Hit the Polls!

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Monday, November 3, 2014

Tips for Hosting a Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner

Courtesy of Kim Stoegbauer, The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Stress less this Thanksgiving by asking guests to bring their favorite side dish to your potluck-style get-together, then serve buffet-style. Set up a clever to-go station so everyone can take a bit of the deliciousness home with them. Assign dishes or ask your guests what they'd like to bring to dinner. When they arrive, transfer everything to all-white platters and serving dishes to create a striking display that allows the cuisine to take center stage.

Plan ahead so you can enjoy dinner with your guest...

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Saturday, November 1, 2014

Free Printable Thanksgiving Templates


Courtesy of The TomKat Studio

Happy Thanksgiving Friends,

Every dinner guest will be ready to fill up on leftovers when they see your creative Thanksgiving packaging ideas. The printable tags and labels add the perfect touch and coordinate with the rest of the paper designs used at dinner.

Free Printable Thanksgiving Templates

Click Pheasant Place Card/Party Favor


Click Make Your Own Snack Mix Sign


Click Thanksgiving Word Search


Click Thanksgiving Word Scramble


Click "Enjoy" Tags


Click "Happy Thanksgiving" Tags


Click Round Labels


Click Leftovers Label


Click Preprinted Labels


Click Blank Labels


Click Blank Menu


Click Menu Card


Click Dessert Labels


Click Turn Paper Into a Fall Leaf Centerpiece


Click "Welcome" Banner


Click "Give Thanks" Banner


Click "Family" Banner


Click Fall Leaf Place Card and
Click Attached "Happy Thanksgiving" Banner


Click Blank Invite


Click Four Place Card Designs


Click Printable Invite


Click Sunflower Invite


Click Small Menu Card


Click Place Card


Click "Enjoy" Tags


Click "Happy Thanksgiving" "Family" and "Give Thanks" Tags


Click "Thank You" Favor Tags


These printable Thanksgiving invitations, place cards, menu labels, kids' crafts and favor tags will add the finishing touch to Creative Packaging and your fall festivities...

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