It's almost October! The witching hour (or rather the witching month) is almost upon us. My season and time of the year. I also love a good Halloween party. It's one of my favorite kinds of parties to throw. There are just so many great ideas out there from creepy decorations to spooky recipes. I...
If you've been following this blog for awhile then I'm sure you've noticed by now that I'm a big fan of Halloween. It's definitely a favorite holiday of mine. My kids enjoy it, too. So it's a family favorite. How could it not be? There are just so many fun parts to the October holiday....
Kids always want to be the most random things for Halloween. And sometimes the costumes do not exist. You'll search high and low only to discover that there's no such thing as a Harry Potter Basilisk costume. So you'll just have to haul out the sewing machine and make one! How to make a DIY...
Halloween time means lots of decorating and Halloween treats. These Halloween dipped chocolate Oreo cookies are delicious and easy to make. Get the recipe below! Halloween Dipped Chocolate Oreo Cookies Recipe So fun and perfect for your Halloween party! Don't miss out on any of the other Halloween ideas on Seeing Dandy! Subscribe to...
I know it might be hard to believe right now, especially if you live in certain areas of the country, but cooler temperatures are almost upon us. Almost. Right now it's still hitting the 90's here in St. Louis. Hot and humid. Not my favorite combination. Fall will be officially here in just 14 days...
Kids love the school holiday parties and they especially love all the fun holiday games, crafts, etc. that are found at the party. It's a welcome break from the same old, same old educational learning. We all need a brain break every now and again! A Halloween word search is in fact always a hit....
If you are looking for a fun and unique treat for the school Halloween party then look no further than these cute pretzels! Slime monster pretzels are easy to make and sure to be a fan favorite. In fact you don't have to make 'em just for the school parties. Also perfect for any other...
Santa Claus really enjoys finding a plate of cookies on Christmas Eve so now is the perfect time to dust off those holiday cookie recipes and get baking! From classic cookies to chewy peanut butter cookies to cookies with festive sprinkles to cookies with a festive twist to plenty of gingerbread cookies, there are just...
Grab the candy corn, treat bags and your Halloween spirit, because the spooky season and school parties are almost upon us! Like for all school holiday parties, crafts are the way to go for the fall celebrations. Kids love crafts and easy sewing projects. Crafts are always a great way to fill some time during...
Okay so I know that these really shouldn't be called Pumpkin Jack cookies. They should be called Jack Skellington cookies. But let me level with you. My kids love and they do not call him Jack Skellington. To them he will always be simply Pumpkin Jack. It's just what they refer to him as and...
These mummy rice krispies treats are perfect for the school Halloween party! At our school we can't take in outside food for parties unless it is prepackaged. I'm sure that's the case at most schools these days and I'm thankful for that because we have a child with a peanut allergy. It's really easy to...
The fall season has officially arrived and there are so many fun activities for families to do this time of year. Whether it's relishing the cooler weather by taking a quick road trip or visiting your favorite apple orchard, there's something for the whole family to enjoy together. A family fall bucket list is the...
Printable coloring pages are always a good idea for kids to be entertained during the holiday dinner. Combine as an actual part of the kids table this week and you have a printable Thanksgiving coloring tablecloth that brings out everyone's artistic side during the meal! Free Printable Thanksgiving Coloring Tablecloth for the Kids Table It's...
Right next to everyone's favorite old train station you'll find the Aquarium at Union Station and its newest attraction for Halloween fun! "Pirate Quest For The Sunken Treasure" is a family adventure that's open now through October 31st and it's most definitely one of the new attractions that you need to check out. It's a...
My daughter loves all things glitter. Especially if it's body glitter. Most girls do like that sort of thing! But what parents want is a body glitter that is non toxic. And one that won't irritate eyes either. This homemade aloe vera glitter gel is just the right one. Easy to make and lots of...
Decorating sugar cookies has always been a great family activity. It's also the perfect activity for fall and winter! There are so many different ways to create delicious treats from one sugar cookie recipe. Pumpkin sugar cookies are festive and easy to make. Read on to get the fall recipe! Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Unique Recipe...
Yay fall! We are decorating this weekend for my favorite season. I love the smells, flavors, crispness in the air... all the things! These oatmeal pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are perfect for fall. Get ready for this delicious fall recipe below! Oatmeal Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Happy fall y'all and cheers to the season...
The holiday season is a busy time. So much to do and accomplish leading up to the big day. And then one it's officially here, no one wants to spend all of Christmas Day in the kitchen. Actually enjoy the holiday feast (and family time) with make ahead Christmas side dishes! There are so many...
Hippity hoppity Easter's on its way and I have a very dandy chocolate covered Easter egg chocolate covered strawberries recipe that will be perfect for your holiday! Easter dinner has always been the time for loads of desserts. At least in my family that has always been the case. I'm sure it will still be...
The holiday chocolate desserts... They are always popular and they so are dandy. Mostly because chocolates just fits so well with the time of year. I mean think about it. Chocolate cookies. Chocolate candies. Chocolate everything. Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate! Christmas has in some ways become the new Halloween in terms of the candy. There are...