Fall Fun on the Farm | Our Trip to Fahrmeier Farms

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8gEf3BF5kT3kOePZwk3bdn1ZqBVhtuRSu7IV-ljzYpAARjHcDhgDiI357PrTAcqYSqQZNUoT1a1hmnSyCTjM7650KRtHqBS6p4nV-8Kv99j4KcBr_auXF9Qw8SecTlbyz5xeebx9fbFR/s1600/IMG_4969.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8gEf3BF5kT3kOePZwk3bdn1ZqBVhtuRSu7IV-ljzYpAARjHcDhgDiI357PrTAcqYSqQZNUoT1a1hmnSyCTjM7650KRtHqBS6p4nV-8Kv99j4KcBr_auXF9Qw8SecTlbyz5xeebx9fbFR/s1600/IMG_4969.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>My cousins have a farm just outside of Kansas City - a real farm.  Where they grow things.  They produce amazing heirloom tomatoes, vegetables and fruits.  This year my cousin and his wife, Lorin, (that have a little boy Emma's age) have developed a U-Pick area of the farm.  They saw a need in our area's market for a real farm experience for kids and familes. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihz9j4ArAfyJ2_QqqmMzOXtxXCOJMlV_hzEyR4RVN9IVM6U7C3OGgSjDnSlYWoPFhEK1QFYsOjVE6Bbtd_x2hj2a_Ed0iyNL8Cu7HmFUnH7EhVoLOS6SEQrVqj6IggnEZbfzk86Ctlz29j/s1600/IMG_4965.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihz9j4ArAfyJ2_QqqmMzOXtxXCOJMlV_hzEyR4RVN9IVM6U7C3OGgSjDnSlYWoPFhEK1QFYsOjVE6Bbtd_x2hj2a_Ed0iyNL8Cu7HmFUnH7EhVoLOS6SEQrVqj6IggnEZbfzk86Ctlz29j/s1600/IMG_4965.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />So many of the area's U-Pick apples, pumpkins and berries farms are filled with other attractions that really have nothing to do with the actual art of farming - the experience of getting to come out to the beautiful wide open, see the fields, see how things grow and breathe fresh air.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXpBqJPDBdmITq3dJYinxantSVoFxhBbtG7DOfW_2nX7lrlkMd7df7HYF81cJ_lw8PR0Heqy7KRfLm5cbJIo-oiBj-I9HNibqJ7B0e3qSzpyvjcjKlHzPuou55fcz9HBeysle6yQTJUExs/s1600/IMG_4967.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXpBqJPDBdmITq3dJYinxantSVoFxhBbtG7DOfW_2nX7lrlkMd7df7HYF81cJ_lw8PR0Heqy7KRfLm5cbJIo-oiBj-I9HNibqJ7B0e3qSzpyvjcjKlHzPuou55fcz9HBeysle6yQTJUExs/s1600/IMG_4967.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />They built their own "Little Red Barn" as they call it.  It houses their fresh produce, fresh apple muffins and local cider.  Lorin has done such a cute job with everything - charming and quaint. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQt1nrBY5lIQ1wq3E7MhmI9V3x318nyhjvHph5pAPlJodC8hy0tQ1HtHNJjChms7_H4E7PXQ8hEhuTWppoGg5v0d8MAnicnBVLHxRwcYWxDHpuOqR35x7nkPHixgm4TcOlwdtYVTFvB-56/s1600/IMG_4962.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQt1nrBY5lIQ1wq3E7MhmI9V3x318nyhjvHph5pAPlJodC8hy0tQ1HtHNJjChms7_H4E7PXQ8hEhuTWppoGg5v0d8MAnicnBVLHxRwcYWxDHpuOqR35x7nkPHixgm4TcOlwdtYVTFvB-56/s1600/IMG_4962.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Each weekend in the month of October they have good ol' fashioned activities planned - s'mores roasting over a bon fire, apple butter making, pumpkin carving contests and family photos.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is their facebook page that has a schedule of events : <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FahrmeiersMarket">Fahrmeier Farms Facebook</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1F-9a9eG-0KR-_7S_WXVHVWvePgFP8tImU46DNA4b9iIhyphenhyphenk8o5IGQPi9pBfE-8AcxlJZ-7AG3Gkr1IEidhmwrp_7l11eXhDP30Vn7LsQ9wWwIxR_G5RlgFk4yu3Kpstyq9YyyZ73iD3uZ/s1600/IMG_4972.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1F-9a9eG-0KR-_7S_WXVHVWvePgFP8tImU46DNA4b9iIhyphenhyphenk8o5IGQPi9pBfE-8AcxlJZ-7AG3Gkr1IEidhmwrp_7l11eXhDP30Vn7LsQ9wWwIxR_G5RlgFk4yu3Kpstyq9YyyZ73iD3uZ/s1600/IMG_4972.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK2DiYKOp4vM_kIV-KYsHs37MBc-_dgPZZEhg_pR6y7GTta7Bb6bSJB7_B28oFcZctzm6mo2DjzTdrTUx0LJ6NgDpWfzQHWitjslTcFTscuB3Jc_mWiYT6-uPFUJ-ZXOh97EpCk1cSynPo/s1600/IMG_4974.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK2DiYKOp4vM_kIV-KYsHs37MBc-_dgPZZEhg_pR6y7GTta7Bb6bSJB7_B28oFcZctzm6mo2DjzTdrTUx0LJ6NgDpWfzQHWitjslTcFTscuB3Jc_mWiYT6-uPFUJ-ZXOh97EpCk1cSynPo/s1600/IMG_4974.jpg" width="425" /></a></div>Emma just wanted to pick flowers...<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAKcZiZv3Rvf4XpR5VeMDbDdQlz9UBN7u3K_pLlXxkaGSftOqa2D3JZUgSQpruBeNAJf4WHJRKNQyGHFDgCN9AxuNgtbq6osqtWa-Smj5gKuG0Pa-EBqMsTqyp8pj9lFYzytd_mt3MvmP-/s1600/IMG_4978.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAKcZiZv3Rvf4XpR5VeMDbDdQlz9UBN7u3K_pLlXxkaGSftOqa2D3JZUgSQpruBeNAJf4WHJRKNQyGHFDgCN9AxuNgtbq6osqtWa-Smj5gKuG0Pa-EBqMsTqyp8pj9lFYzytd_mt3MvmP-/s1600/IMG_4978.JPG" width="640" /></a><br />We tried to take a good family picture... but I had my camera settings all messed up when I handed off my camera to my cousin : )  Oopsy!  Guess we'll have to think of something else for the Christmas card...<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnL9Q_ykGjGgXEn5QCzkeAYewINQIxEmtc8Oiwqw-lIk3jsPFU_IROxffW7C6lGZsW2Twk_DC4o9eWEy41HWaWtcjg0Ij98xje-inr_DkKtoivOvcprI9v4dgHNnahX_ibZBoRQ60wAt0l/s1600/IMG_4966.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;">Hope your kiddos get to do some running around in the fresh air this weekend - the weather is soooo beautiful around here!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />

Fall Fun on the Farm | Our Trip to Fahrmeier Farms

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Autumn Chopped Kale Salad | Pumpkin Seeds, Cranberries & Pecorino with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

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 Obviously, I have no idea what we're having for dinner tonight, let alone this week, so instead of a weekly menu, I'm sharing this salad I promised a couple of weeks ago.  Hope you don't mind too much : )<br /><br /><a data-pin-color="red" data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" data-pin-height="28" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fautumn-kale-salad-pumpkin-seeds.html%3FshowComment%3D1413305520593%23c1405891835081149091&media=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-u8Fk0oWJVrk%2FVD1CH3k2gvI%2FAAAAAAAAZ0U%2Fn4Q9v_w7BPw%2Fs1600%2Fkale-salad.jpg&description=Autumn%20Chopped%20Salad%20%7C%20Kale%2C%20Apples%20Pumpkin%20Seed%2C%20Pecorino%20%26%20Cranberry%20Salad%20with%20Apple%20Cider%20Vinaigrette%20"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_red_28.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />This is my favorite Fall salad.  I order it from one of our favorite dinner spots - it has so many flavors and textures.  It goes great with my <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2014/10/apple-cider-pork-tenderloin-with.html">Apple Cider Roasted Pork Loin</a> and Cheddar Grits, or is great to add some color and freshness to any comforting autumn dinner.  When I served this at home, everyone said - this is a perfect Thanksgiving Salad.  I also like to add sliced rotisserie chicken to make it an all-in-one meal, or served with a butternut squash soup.  Yum - maybe that is what we'll have for dinner!  </div><div><br /></div><i>Pumpkin Seed & Cranberry</i><br /><div><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Kale Salad</i></span></div><div><i>with Apple Cider Vinaigrette </i><br /><i><br /></i><div><a data-pin-color="red" data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" data-pin-height="28" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F10%2Fautumn-kale-salad-pumpkin-seeds.html%3FshowComment%3D1413305520593%23c1405891835081149091&media=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-u8Fk0oWJVrk%2FVD1CH3k2gvI%2FAAAAAAAAZ0U%2Fn4Q9v_w7BPw%2Fs1600%2Fkale-salad.jpg&description=Autumn%20Chopped%20Salad%20%7C%20Kale%2C%20Apples%20Pumpkin%20Seed%2C%20Pecorino%20%26%20Cranberry%20Salad%20with%20Apple%20Cider%20Vinaigrette%20"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_red_28.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script></div><div><br />4-6 cups of kale, chopped<br /><div>1-2 apples, medium chunks</div><div>pumpkin seeds toasted, salted</div><div>dried cranberries</div><div>pecorino cheese</div><div>....</div><div>1/4 cup of cider vinegar</div><div>2 tablespoons of apple cider</div><div>1/4 cup of vegetable oil</div><div>1 tablespoon of sugar</div><div>1 teaspoon of sea salt</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Wash kale, spin dry.  In a large bowl, combine kale and apples (not pictured, because I forgot!).  Stir together vinaigrette mixture, then pour over and toss.  Pile on platter and layer shavings of pecorino cheese, dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds.</div></div></div>

Autumn Chopped Kale Salad | Pumpkin Seeds, Cranberries & Pecorino with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

We rolled in at 2am last night from Mexico - we had Mike's sister's wedding over the weekend!  Obviously, I have no idea what we...

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The Fall Guide & Recipe Index | Fall Baking, Dinner Recipes & Table Settings Galleries

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC2fsVzCX8BVFaK_ed1JVRZIl6vgrJzx2VPBjHdPcdPYcxOpwjYFNNnai87CNA8somTLEkYAdZBI7mIoUeofLONhyphenhyphenPVLF137tWV-9PPu3S1nFyjwafB7UqMVcUaXjiQv_XT3PDCI_f6QH9/s1600/Fall+Guide.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC2fsVzCX8BVFaK_ed1JVRZIl6vgrJzx2VPBjHdPcdPYcxOpwjYFNNnai87CNA8somTLEkYAdZBI7mIoUeofLONhyphenhyphenPVLF137tWV-9PPu3S1nFyjwafB7UqMVcUaXjiQv_XT3PDCI_f6QH9/s1600/Fall+Guide.jpg" /></a></div>You might notice it looks just a little bit different around here.  I've updated my blog template to include links to my <a href="http://jennysteffens.com/">Fall Guide</a>.  It includes photo indexes and galleries to all of my favorite fall recipes, baking ideas and table settings.  I try to do this once a season and it is fun to look thru years and years of Fall baking and recipes to put it together - even some I forgot about : )<br /><br />Click here for the <a href="http://jennysteffens.com/">Fall Guide ></a><br /><br />Also, you'll notice a link on the right hand side of the page to "Printable Recipes" - this is a new offering that I've been working on.  Many of you requested that I add a printable feature, and I'm adding more and more recipes to it everyday.<br /><br />Happy browsing!<br /><br /><br />

The Fall Guide & Recipe Index | Fall Baking, Dinner Recipes & Table Settings Galleries

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Toffee Topped Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NN5276tELSKLOYwjXpxdhJBqIMYlOUMmWR4P-KtRPxZ3qZGlvyNUmIJ1R-1w6ZB7Sx72ZO1rYG4X_R3Ev7KVOV7kzIbqECL0iITeIcqYd8M1Kc_ycHj4I6FJPN9EJGv_CWTYyRoc3OSX/s1600/IMG_4275.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NN5276tELSKLOYwjXpxdhJBqIMYlOUMmWR4P-KtRPxZ3qZGlvyNUmIJ1R-1w6ZB7Sx72ZO1rYG4X_R3Ev7KVOV7kzIbqECL0iITeIcqYd8M1Kc_ycHj4I6FJPN9EJGv_CWTYyRoc3OSX/s1600/IMG_4275.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i></span>In an effort to be 100% transparent, I used a cake mix to make these cupcakes.  I think it was a Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix, to be exact.  If you have read this blog for a while, you know that I'm not afraid of or embarrassed by a cake mix.  I use them all of the time for shortcuts - especially when I'm making cupcakes.  Maybe it is just me, but I think that homemade cupcake batter can be a little finicky... it can roll over the sides, it can deflate, etc., and I wanted these to look just perfect in my new Gold Striped Cupcake Papers.  And it was easy.  I was really in the mood for a Fall-ish spice cake topped with creamy, cream cheese frosting and these were everything (and more!) than I had hoped.<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Ftoffee-topped-spice-cupcakes-with-cream.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-M0J9W2xau5g%2FVCIq3EIE6uI%2FAAAAAAAAZoI%2F-huufrrNN-0%2Fs1600%2Ftoffee-spiced-cupcakes.jpg&description=Toffee%20Topped%20Spice%20Cupcake%20with%20Cream%20Cheese%20Frosting...%20From%20a%20box%20mix%20%3A%20)"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqcMCELpyZau34RhsJ4OLCkLvGFhRHs1hD67ySzqrIP7MMuDNf6PPOdMVvibtYklBvdAZ5k3L7spY1FDMKkfPNvkNY1jhyphenhyphenvX_p4zst5cTs_ltA4topDEb3rCam7jeyKom-0dFiX51PlSsa/s1600/IMG_4287.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqcMCELpyZau34RhsJ4OLCkLvGFhRHs1hD67ySzqrIP7MMuDNf6PPOdMVvibtYklBvdAZ5k3L7spY1FDMKkfPNvkNY1jhyphenhyphenvX_p4zst5cTs_ltA4topDEb3rCam7jeyKom-0dFiX51PlSsa/s1600/IMG_4287.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br />People tend to not think about texture as much as they should.  I had a gourmet ice cream sundae at a fancy restaurant this summer, and the combination of textures was unbelievable.  I can still taste (feel it?) right now.  This cupcake combination of creamy frosting, moist cake and crunchy toffee has the same effect - in a very fall way. <br /><br />Aren't these little <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/acorn-tags-folded-cards">Acorn Folded Tags</a> so sweet?  I've been using them all month - attached to gifts as cards, as display signs (like this) and as place cards.<br /><br />Even though I used a mix, I thought I should provide you with some sort of recipe if you want to make some from scratch.  Here is my favorite, very dense and delicious spice cake recipe.  If you are making them from a box like me, just follow the baking directions and the frosting instructions.  Enjoy!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOhZXA2PyWxg2sTSoz26KnSTn6ahQXPA0AUdxWLI3K0ViN3Hi8xfu0W9lYIdu01mSzH-Q7IfMYM8toulTt_1WNslP1wCA-14xjhRXoW7NPpvHkifAKyRalsvRtP_2lz11z5uaHk_R3ezxw/s1600/spice-cupcakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOhZXA2PyWxg2sTSoz26KnSTn6ahQXPA0AUdxWLI3K0ViN3Hi8xfu0W9lYIdu01mSzH-Q7IfMYM8toulTt_1WNslP1wCA-14xjhRXoW7NPpvHkifAKyRalsvRtP_2lz11z5uaHk_R3ezxw/s1600/spice-cupcakes.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting and Toffee</span></i></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">makes about 12 cupcakes</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Ftoffee-topped-spice-cupcakes-with-cream.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-M0J9W2xau5g%2FVCIq3EIE6uI%2FAAAAAAAAZoI%2F-huufrrNN-0%2Fs1600%2Ftoffee-spiced-cupcakes.jpg&description=Toffee%20Topped%20Spice%20Cupcake%20with%20Cream%20Cheese%20Frosting...%20From%20a%20box%20mix%20%3A%20)"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 cup sugar</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 cups flour</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tsp baking powder</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tsp baking soda</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 tsp salt</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 teaspoon cinnamon</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">pinch of ground cloves</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 eggs</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 cup milk</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">6 tablespoons of melted butter</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tsp vanilla</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">....</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">4 ounces of cream cheese (1/2 block), room temperature</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 stick of butter</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 cups of powdered sugar (or more)</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">toffee candies (I used Werther's Original, which are caramel candies), chopped</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">In a mixer, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices.  Stir to combine.  Add egg, milk, melted butter and vanilla.  Mix on low until combined.  Beat for 1 minute on medium high. </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVfFlG4dZHooU4wioWWZiUzUKmAn_pCp5c33yn7r_C3QD5ZsikNb3O3A1fPWZQYBkeTke6JAHcy6GEZER-mgSqbWpdrzNFbOGv4to1JDE47GWkyuX9HRoi9hriE6m6DZXtM6Q9WCj8L7x8/s1600/IMG_4219.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVfFlG4dZHooU4wioWWZiUzUKmAn_pCp5c33yn7r_C3QD5ZsikNb3O3A1fPWZQYBkeTke6JAHcy6GEZER-mgSqbWpdrzNFbOGv4to1JDE47GWkyuX9HRoi9hriE6m6DZXtM6Q9WCj8L7x8/s1600/IMG_4219.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Scoop into cupcake papers, I used <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/gold-striped-cupcake-papers">Gold Striped Papers ($6.50)</a> for a little festive touch.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyCDpjEWy4FfyKLDwDYLNy1G1ZlXBFPF1EdY4m-rWRZ5ALOL3MmEX_A62f5yTVnus_nO56jGW0rwObX63gqfTaj92Kx3qwsoV44wGskQYlPoy-cRSNZuSkEYAdCawueQxrFz75qFqzgpW/s1600/IMG_4237.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyCDpjEWy4FfyKLDwDYLNy1G1ZlXBFPF1EdY4m-rWRZ5ALOL3MmEX_A62f5yTVnus_nO56jGW0rwObX63gqfTaj92Kx3qwsoV44wGskQYlPoy-cRSNZuSkEYAdCawueQxrFz75qFqzgpW/s1600/IMG_4237.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Bake at 350 for 13-15 minutes, until tester comes out clean, or cupcakes spring back to touch.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOABg1pvqFH2-o7wXi2a7-UVqW-F9OzDUoyluaEoH3p-ISWXfGzt22eYX24iuNhcN_lvZxiVDbBrP41u0jboep4aphut9rVznwPmxHYJoJE9eKu068eNY37CzuoV3QZSy3o1HOW-0lj1Gv/s1600/IMG_4238.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOABg1pvqFH2-o7wXi2a7-UVqW-F9OzDUoyluaEoH3p-ISWXfGzt22eYX24iuNhcN_lvZxiVDbBrP41u0jboep4aphut9rVznwPmxHYJoJE9eKu068eNY37CzuoV3QZSy3o1HOW-0lj1Gv/s1600/IMG_4238.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Because I used a box mix, I had enough to make 12 cupcakes and some loaf-style cakes, too, in my <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/bread-baking-baskets-2-sizes">Kraft Loaf Pans</a> for gifts.</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJkTaFqZ6DAn3b_SIgOUR4E79aR5kIWaRIaqgUk5y-p-tGGiPwmyo1tXTyzTk2FLk3ZkzqaGqOb5AQ28edrKVj6F_kGEjdVZagn_OITARbtBDqmT24Dq6OyV8TPeEkW3IxWOTaCuMwylmE/s1600/IMG_4246.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJkTaFqZ6DAn3b_SIgOUR4E79aR5kIWaRIaqgUk5y-p-tGGiPwmyo1tXTyzTk2FLk3ZkzqaGqOb5AQ28edrKVj6F_kGEjdVZagn_OITARbtBDqmT24Dq6OyV8TPeEkW3IxWOTaCuMwylmE/s1600/IMG_4246.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">For cream cheese frosting, combine cream cheese and butter in a mixer until blended together.  Add powdered sugar and mix for 3 minutes on low.  Frost using an <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/disposable-pastry-bag-20-bags">18" Piping Bag</a> with the tip cut off.   I did a basic, easy swirl - you can just scrape it off and start over if you need some practice.  I try not to do toooo much frosting, just a good ratio.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPUMMs0n1x_082F9CitxN0jOvLtqDogywUQOXyG-FRViRME-jsRwt-AmllyjVjXzPxHILwuPGDOo3NpYEVdHVgnBh-TR4_kirF-4mY31HJbABJA1lSmkqZf3IGmFV8bF6L4OzG1TwvMSvU/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPUMMs0n1x_082F9CitxN0jOvLtqDogywUQOXyG-FRViRME-jsRwt-AmllyjVjXzPxHILwuPGDOo3NpYEVdHVgnBh-TR4_kirF-4mY31HJbABJA1lSmkqZf3IGmFV8bF6L4OzG1TwvMSvU/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">I used Werther's Original caramel candies, because my grocery store didn't have toffee, except with milk chocolate.  So, I just chopped up the candies with my knife - it worked great.  </span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkT-mhk9V_WRKc5-sISJ3cXOU74bkriIWkJlljHoebvShyphenhyphenGd-o_0Vgxj31a0hQUmOasdKLKGxb0MFO5YLcZfb6KXtWuvJqieVcPCWNubUcXQ3i0h8WYOMBqR6tFmAWfw-wSsVsj1X9Lovx/s1600/IMG_4269.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkT-mhk9V_WRKc5-sISJ3cXOU74bkriIWkJlljHoebvShyphenhyphenGd-o_0Vgxj31a0hQUmOasdKLKGxb0MFO5YLcZfb6KXtWuvJqieVcPCWNubUcXQ3i0h8WYOMBqR6tFmAWfw-wSsVsj1X9Lovx/s1600/IMG_4269.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br />These were so tasty and perfect for <strike>breakfast</strike>, I mean an afternoon snack with coffee.  What are your favorite Fall desserts?  The next on my list is soft pumpkin spice pumpkin-shaped sugar cookies with a cream cheese butter icing.  That will have to wait until next week... when I can find my rolling pin!<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Ftoffee-topped-spice-cupcakes-with-cream.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-M0J9W2xau5g%2FVCIq3EIE6uI%2FAAAAAAAAZoI%2F-huufrrNN-0%2Fs1600%2Ftoffee-spiced-cupcakes.jpg&description=Toffee%20Topped%20Spice%20Cupcake%20with%20Cream%20Cheese%20Frosting...%20From%20a%20box%20mix%20%3A%20)"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />Products Used :<br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-napkins-orange">Orange Linen Tea Towel, 2 for $24</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/gold-striped-cupcake-papers">Gold Striped Cupcake Papers, 100 for $6.50</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/bread-baking-baskets-2-sizes">Kraft Loaf Pan, 10 for $12.50</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/disposable-pastry-bag-20-bags">Disposable Pastry Bags, 20 for $14.50</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/acorn-tags-folded-cards">Acorn Folded Card, 10 for $6</a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Toffee Topped Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

In an effort to be 100% transparent, I used a cake mix to make these cupcakes.  I think it was a Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix, to be exact.  ...

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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtTv7N0Ft76uwP1nm_qvAO63u1TXWOcQW-SODutmbBUz1zSNSMn9VILV2T9Z4tX1lAkMeq-X9My8ZpdWJ4nizbCw4ftld3gZijXgUusuELXVTQCEoe6VmOAOoxX6sJHE_M7zK0YYGaGKYk/s1600/IMG_3640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtTv7N0Ft76uwP1nm_qvAO63u1TXWOcQW-SODutmbBUz1zSNSMn9VILV2T9Z4tX1lAkMeq-X9My8ZpdWJ4nizbCw4ftld3gZijXgUusuELXVTQCEoe6VmOAOoxX6sJHE_M7zK0YYGaGKYk/s1600/IMG_3640.jpg" width="425" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall"><i>The New Fall Collection</i></a></span><br /><br />This season of product collecting has been a complete labor of love.  I started ordering and designing these products at the beginning of Summer and really took my time finding things I am crazy about.  Autumn is my favorite time of the year - the muted tones and color palate feel so good and comfortable to me.<br /><br />See the entire "New for Fall" collection, <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall">here</a>. <br /><br />There are many "new favorites" I have and a couple of products that I've been searching for since day 1 that I've finally found (like these Candle Holders and the Herringbone Throws).  Others are newer versions of themselves, like the new Everyday scent I created for My Everyday Candles and... Dish Soap.  I hope you love browsing the products as much as I loved finding them!<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/candle-holders"><i>Wood Candle Holders, $4-8</i></a></span><br /><br />I love the elegant and minimal style of these Wooden Candle Holders.  They really allow the beautiful taper candles to be showcased.  I can't wait to use these mixed with heirloom pumpkins and gourds all the way down my table this fall.  They are completely bare and unfinished wood.   I came across these little wooden candle holders in an issue of Martha Stewart Living that was featuring Creative Candles (the same brand of candles that I carry).  They had painted the candle holders the same tone and color of the candles - such a creative idea. I love them bare and natural, but also plan to stain some a dark walnut color, paint some a creamy white and maybe try my hand at matching candle colors, too.  I'll be sharing my DIY posts in the future.<br /><br />Candles featured here : <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/candles/products/hand-dipped-taper-candles-12-set-of-3">Edgartown Sand, Lexington Wheat, Navajo Cream & Falmouth Grey</a> <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglcsb8XySjLyPCfdsv-gohf1bGzvQmNMpeVkDGUEOKqcBK0Xgf1mMmPgNc-wkLTHOEliLNJuxBE_harPeKQanoEawE_qqWiClzUyVM_pbMyXZUM4vvsEAUOBNgcO-6n22rpX8KfBJPTEyQ/s1600/IMG_3764.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglcsb8XySjLyPCfdsv-gohf1bGzvQmNMpeVkDGUEOKqcBK0Xgf1mMmPgNc-wkLTHOEliLNJuxBE_harPeKQanoEawE_qqWiClzUyVM_pbMyXZUM4vvsEAUOBNgcO-6n22rpX8KfBJPTEyQ/s1600/IMG_3764.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSWEwKTekF7mmgwddccAJc79RLN2XzF_DM_FDvVkZSL_X6DX9x4vbDRnuUuboQpafxRPMDWm8rxwPBKIG5IaMiRo36eelhUhPG8D-qdO5bCNSttH5KoNB3DbO6D3o_0hkZ18FTHlLxaPtK/s1600/IMG_3831.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSWEwKTekF7mmgwddccAJc79RLN2XzF_DM_FDvVkZSL_X6DX9x4vbDRnuUuboQpafxRPMDWm8rxwPBKIG5IaMiRo36eelhUhPG8D-qdO5bCNSttH5KoNB3DbO6D3o_0hkZ18FTHlLxaPtK/s1600/IMG_3831.jpg" width="426" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/brown-tart-pans"><i>Petite Brown Tart Pans, 10 for $6</i></a></span><br /><br />One of my favorite things to stock in my store are items that professionals use that aren't typically available to consumers.  It is usually these simple, classic products that create the most beautiful, bakery worthy treats - like these Petite Tart Pans.  They are made of a thick brown kraft paper, but are safe to bake in and disposable.  I have so many ideas for these this fall, beginning with these Salted Caramel Apple Tarts... recipe coming tomorrow!<br /><br />Other products pictured :<br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/twine">Jute Twine, $5</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/everyday-tags-cards-edgartown-sand">Edgartown Sand Tag, $8 for 10</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cello-bags-mini-small-medium-large">Large Cello Bag</a><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/linen-tea-towels-cocktail-napkins-natural-multi-stripe">Multi Stripe Linen Tea Towel, $30 for 2</a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyQbfkFCzWYUDOH-vl690n13vnLz6Nsi6GEAGX2UcJSMATNCWmW7_eZGRGHYJay-GrLwKAFHda2cG4YkEB0tOXOSHTvyweikmQxAJyanuiU5VyU-3UOvOBXAktgPuOl_Ng_kuiKo8PVy9I/s1600/IMG_3715_2_2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyQbfkFCzWYUDOH-vl690n13vnLz6Nsi6GEAGX2UcJSMATNCWmW7_eZGRGHYJay-GrLwKAFHda2cG4YkEB0tOXOSHTvyweikmQxAJyanuiU5VyU-3UOvOBXAktgPuOl_Ng_kuiKo8PVy9I/s1600/IMG_3715_2_2.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><i><span style="font-size: large;">Linen Collection :</span></i><br /><br />I have always collected linens - vintage, new, antique and everything between.  This season I've added a collection of linens including Herringbone Throws.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/herringbone-throws">Herringbone Throws, $88</a></i></span><br /><br />These Herringbone Throws are absolutely luscious.  They are so so so soft, heavy and cozy - a blanket that you'll love curling up with in your favorite chair.  The amazing thing about these throws is that they are made of 100% cotton, which means you won't feel bad actually using it!  The colors are beautifully muted and natural - a perfect cozy accent for autumn. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2YGPOSCNv6K_rnGeSkzVOLubeDpE3vb2NYcaYhFvi0vtL1qcGeKl23hJVYZCO0Xt46zpTI8cHQBOZLo6KTHoJF1BS1t3MLG6mi5239hKh_LRRb7VDymM_7wogtgIF3LtP4Q9cARtC81__/s1600/IMG_3566.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2YGPOSCNv6K_rnGeSkzVOLubeDpE3vb2NYcaYhFvi0vtL1qcGeKl23hJVYZCO0Xt46zpTI8cHQBOZLo6KTHoJF1BS1t3MLG6mi5239hKh_LRRb7VDymM_7wogtgIF3LtP4Q9cARtC81__/s1600/IMG_3566.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1tyEqYGmwk54LJEMyRrChwD2HtC6Ktpw5h5fBKHIso5Fuf_R-Ssn1KLs9jrmnMpBNtjmbRcogX1WooUim6gUjP2EUJ-SkAbseOrfFxaZ8yrhv1zX5xEvl4NdcA5b-X1oteSQSq9UYpZVR/s1600/IMG_3555.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1tyEqYGmwk54LJEMyRrChwD2HtC6Ktpw5h5fBKHIso5Fuf_R-Ssn1KLs9jrmnMpBNtjmbRcogX1WooUim6gUjP2EUJ-SkAbseOrfFxaZ8yrhv1zX5xEvl4NdcA5b-X1oteSQSq9UYpZVR/s1600/IMG_3555.jpg" width="426" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1tyEqYGmwk54LJEMyRrChwD2HtC6Ktpw5h5fBKHIso5Fuf_R-Ssn1KLs9jrmnMpBNtjmbRcogX1WooUim6gUjP2EUJ-SkAbseOrfFxaZ8yrhv1zX5xEvl4NdcA5b-X1oteSQSq9UYpZVR/s1600/IMG_3555.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><br /><br />These linens are made in Europe of 100% linen.  They have that luxurious, soft and heavy feel of real linen.  Some of the Tea Towels have coordinating Cocktail Napkins or Dinner Napkins, which makes a lovely set for entertaining.<br /><br />.....<br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i>The Entire Linen Collection :</i></span><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-cream-grey-set-of-3"><i> Cream & Grey : Tea Towels & Napkins</i></a><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-napkins-warm-grey-plaid"><i>Warm Grey Plaid : Tea Towels</i></a><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-classic-cafe-set-of-2"><i>Classic Cafe White & Black :  Tea Towels</i></a><i> </i><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-napkins-orange"><i>Orange & White : Tea Towels</i></a><br /><br /><i></i> <br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-cocktail-napkins-natural-multi-stripe"><i>Natural Multi Striped : Tea Towels & Cocktail Napkins</i></a><br /><i><br /></i><i></i><br /><i></i><br /><i></i><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXYu3YImfs-NNCW3iou_LAHq0dmWA9MK5E7eE9gGEjpCJe-5L4xTd6-3tCVaK-PPya0DfixjIiGeBxZgJiw95gmJNSlF80gprMRL9Zn9F4cIw8Axh3MJ4wndc3GC-f0N6j0mQ3stAN6F1H/s1600/IMG_3817.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXYu3YImfs-NNCW3iou_LAHq0dmWA9MK5E7eE9gGEjpCJe-5L4xTd6-3tCVaK-PPya0DfixjIiGeBxZgJiw95gmJNSlF80gprMRL9Zn9F4cIw8Axh3MJ4wndc3GC-f0N6j0mQ3stAN6F1H/s1600/IMG_3817.jpg" width="426" /></a><i><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Fall Color Collection</span><br /></i>I have a new project that I've been working on... a hutch to organize all of my crafting supplies and products.  I'm still putting the finishing touches on it and will share the complete thing in a couple of days.  For now, you get a sneak peek at what's inside - all of my new Tags, Cards, Ribbons, Twines and Candles in muted Autumn tones.<br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap">Autumn Cards & Tags, Ribbons and Twines</a> can all be found in my <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap">Packaging</a> section.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1tyEqYGmwk54LJEMyRrChwD2HtC6Ktpw5h5fBKHIso5Fuf_R-Ssn1KLs9jrmnMpBNtjmbRcogX1WooUim6gUjP2EUJ-SkAbseOrfFxaZ8yrhv1zX5xEvl4NdcA5b-X1oteSQSq9UYpZVR/s1600/IMG_3555.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha-Br3faQGws1-upe2iZY8yAZq5nkmuKqNKV5hLv9pubGHLaviJ3NJyoTxlwy4oCLwoZqF474qcJQ2NfH0y3s9Ri8_UH_vrnR1WqIPMvYqa6zeiVOzhgOWOLyQCfYKBxZI65ekpWQo6YmY/s1600/IMG_3453.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha-Br3faQGws1-upe2iZY8yAZq5nkmuKqNKV5hLv9pubGHLaviJ3NJyoTxlwy4oCLwoZqF474qcJQ2NfH0y3s9Ri8_UH_vrnR1WqIPMvYqa6zeiVOzhgOWOLyQCfYKBxZI65ekpWQo6YmY/s1600/IMG_3453.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/new-for-fall/products/my-everyday-candle-in-a-mini-latte-bowl">My <i>New</i> Everyday Candles</a></span>, $12.50 - $16.00 <br /><br />A couple of months ago I came across a scent with which I fell in love.  I took it to my candlemaker and together we dissected it until we came up with the perfect scent.  It is a lovely combination of Currant, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Grapefruit & Cedar - it is warm, relaxing, rejuvenating and intoxicating.  This is one of those candles that make you want to breathe deeply and just relax.  <br /><br />This season I'm offering two containers - my classic Mini Latte Bowl and a new Gold Tin.  The Gold Tins make a great little something extra to complete a birthday or hostess gift. <br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Simple Micro Flower Arrangement | Oak Leaves, Paperwhite Bulb & Cabbage

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf6_DiRct2IdpLs5DNYSmxFlrSdycF1lylRHhmUgm1vck4EzO8yDT2po1R69YRr0PbGU14zdgKH1MZ3CBGMXDHAqXDb1y4CbhM-w8AGK9jrBC6GeZ3A1WnBDa6l-YC81Ais1kkjwHyzPMy/s1600/IMG_3890.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf6_DiRct2IdpLs5DNYSmxFlrSdycF1lylRHhmUgm1vck4EzO8yDT2po1R69YRr0PbGU14zdgKH1MZ3CBGMXDHAqXDb1y4CbhM-w8AGK9jrBC6GeZ3A1WnBDa6l-YC81Ais1kkjwHyzPMy/s1600/IMG_3890.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>  <br />Last weekend Emma and I tagged along with Mike back to the Boston area for a work trip.  He travels there often, but we haven't been back since we moved back "home" last year.  We had a fabulous time visiting some of our friends and old favorites - Concord, Beacon Hill and Back Bay.  We also took a little trip out to Nantucket for the night - the one place we never got to go that was on my list.  I'll be sharing more (a lot more...) photos later this week, but first I wanted to share this little tiny arrangement inspired by our trip.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGEnvM0KUg5qxxCn-URmcZ8WSws7b_31QFCDxgLpl8-psBHeRUJp-7ccKLgSScBWxxQxGzruM4akoK2bo6oWw5YcVYRpTN9ME1NZJ9tAqrKoLLWPyaEXTT4vIUsesQGQFvveytAf7nUyP7/s1600/IMG_3893.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGEnvM0KUg5qxxCn-URmcZ8WSws7b_31QFCDxgLpl8-psBHeRUJp-7ccKLgSScBWxxQxGzruM4akoK2bo6oWw5YcVYRpTN9ME1NZJ9tAqrKoLLWPyaEXTT4vIUsesQGQFvveytAf7nUyP7/s1600/IMG_3893.jpg" width="266" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGEnvM0KUg5qxxCn-URmcZ8WSws7b_31QFCDxgLpl8-psBHeRUJp-7ccKLgSScBWxxQxGzruM4akoK2bo6oWw5YcVYRpTN9ME1NZJ9tAqrKoLLWPyaEXTT4vIUsesQGQFvveytAf7nUyP7/s1600/IMG_3893.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"> </a>My Mother-in-Law is a fabulous traveler and always does a ton of shopping on their trips.  Their house is filled with pieces of art, blankets, pottery, china, etc. that all have special meaning and were collected along the way - not gift shop type souvenirs, but beautiful things that they love from specialty boutiques, inns and farms.  I recently noticed a new engraved pewter champagne bucket at their house - apparently, they ordered it while at Blackberry Farm this last Fall on a trip for their anniversary.  Now every time she walks by it she's reminded of their special weekend.  <br /><br />In the past I'd never been one to stock up while away, but I have found that the "souvenirs" we buy always bring such great memories back to us when we get home.  So, I started taking cues from Joy and buying treats on our trips we can use in our home that will take us back to those special moments. <br /><br />One afternoon, Emma and I went out to our old town, Concord, Ma, for a visit.  We had coffee with an old friend and stopped by all of my favorite shops.  The first on my list was <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/03/around-our-town-winston-flowers-in.html">Winston Flowers</a>.  You might remember my <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/03/around-our-town-winston-flowers-in.html">posts about Winston's</a> when we lived there.  It is in the middle of the quaint town center and filled with really inspired, lovely flowers.  Once a week I used to stroll Emma there to pick out flowers.  They have the most beautiful things - and most are very simple and common items, but are designed in special ways.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh2dspexIADBdW7r551p0K0RUNRFmGW-3cXhhbl6XHJ3aq61s2z6g0YcZy-7VafHh39t5D6DmnEPK33kJ2R93yt2WcNB-8dzVCUkgtLI8q8DqYhpdRBOZTbC8-PyBS0vqpxC6eV5NmmVSj/s1600/IMG_3912.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh2dspexIADBdW7r551p0K0RUNRFmGW-3cXhhbl6XHJ3aq61s2z6g0YcZy-7VafHh39t5D6DmnEPK33kJ2R93yt2WcNB-8dzVCUkgtLI8q8DqYhpdRBOZTbC8-PyBS0vqpxC6eV5NmmVSj/s1600/IMG_3912.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br />When I saw this arrangement I knew it would be the perfect "Joy-style" souvenir to take home with us.  It is a cabbage rosette (the center of a cabbage, stripped of most of the big leaves), mini preserved oak leaves, rosemary sprigs, white hydrangea and a paperwhite bulb.  I love that all of the elements are so seasonal, but presented in a unique and modern style.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyiQi5fALlFxI0etwFaK4TO9P2IIC7H68HqbQNV8aBoapT6iX32Q59rP3ppQWhIrO9tgYC1QLC5vg7ik32uB6JWpWTytS6PlZJRsdQcOy67arO82swjuIe6qpiuAJZMXPPS9tAZKJNEDM6/s1600/IMG_3913.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyiQi5fALlFxI0etwFaK4TO9P2IIC7H68HqbQNV8aBoapT6iX32Q59rP3ppQWhIrO9tgYC1QLC5vg7ik32uB6JWpWTytS6PlZJRsdQcOy67arO82swjuIe6qpiuAJZMXPPS9tAZKJNEDM6/s1600/IMG_3913.JPG" width="640" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I asked them to deconstruct two arrangements for me so I could carry them on the plane, then reassemble them when I got home. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhabqKY1GpeYk_GDwHwCs9I6gelqYcG-4f25ZMZkeGr3btGXxRhUgwvp0T64HuEOvlo4_4z7zEIFZmJcm9BcdvBG-S8xR3fDGOvtZKb6LjzwoRMiymnF5LJPNi8XUa_Sg7pMC0Tvuf6GbWC/s1600/IMG_3917.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhabqKY1GpeYk_GDwHwCs9I6gelqYcG-4f25ZMZkeGr3btGXxRhUgwvp0T64HuEOvlo4_4z7zEIFZmJcm9BcdvBG-S8xR3fDGOvtZKb6LjzwoRMiymnF5LJPNi8XUa_Sg7pMC0Tvuf6GbWC/s1600/IMG_3917.JPG" width="640" /></a> <br /><br />It starts with a small sprig of hydrangea broken off from a larger bloom.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapfnw7b3HXUDCU9Kx3fnlfBYBirJaklOMQGXYOThhr7hMIhIWUo9BdXUGJRuAFWE2kQa0iTpjDSbaOC7hJXwCL18-y7vEZVSccrdkvup_AeUMFbeMA6EcPHh9OnRfaspYfCzWQMk_I09f/s1600/IMG_3918.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapfnw7b3HXUDCU9Kx3fnlfBYBirJaklOMQGXYOThhr7hMIhIWUo9BdXUGJRuAFWE2kQa0iTpjDSbaOC7hJXwCL18-y7vEZVSccrdkvup_AeUMFbeMA6EcPHh9OnRfaspYfCzWQMk_I09f/s1600/IMG_3918.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Then I added the cabbage. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOJ2Db-8NPKximn6pHnq-2Rjv6EU6u4fVRaznaNoU6-e1tqgBG7WYm8i_F2_fC-kp8nva5SJEgjspO7h1e4si7YeZImfjDHVb612MF1W1lLgZvYJaoCx1VVDIg2FlsIXWey2gNmvyXpGJ2/s1600/IMG_3924.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Simple Micro Flower Arrangement | Oak Leaves, Paperwhite Bulb & Cabbage

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