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By Ali Anderson Smith
Some of these might be next to free but twice as fun. See for yourself:
Stick it in a corner; it’s easy on the eyes. See it here.
New kitchen table, anyone? We say leave the leaves up. See it here.
Perhaps you could work on the price of one of these green beauties. See it here.
This could be a steal. Somebody check out this ’60s-era screen asap. See it here.
See if you like the original better than an Ikea version. See it here.
Gone Fishing: Celebrate Hallow’s Eve and a birthday too at the historic Fisher Mansion on Saturday. The doors are open for an open house between 1 and 3 p.m., and thematic dress is encouraged. More here.
Storytime: Tune into the live edition of Plan B Theatre Company’s Alice Radio Hour at Abravanel Hall this weekend. Take a trip down the rabbit hole today through Saturday, or tune into KUER or XM90 for a free screening on Friday. Tickets here.
Uh-Maze: Corn mazes are all the rage, and nobody does ‘em like the Beehive State—at least not this side of Nebraska. Check out our compilation here.
Light It Up: When the kids are candied out, pack up the crew and drive by a Bountiful pad that puts pay-for haunted houses to shame. See pictures and get directions here.
The midnight hour is close at hand! Still need to get your Halloween on? Here are some ideas:
Ghost Tours: Get the spooky scoop on haunted cemeteries and buildings with Salt Lake’s paranormal experts. Dates and times here, Ogden tours included.
Thriller: Odyssey Dance Theatre’s Halloween variety show mixes homespun props and professional dancing. Our favorite part is the batch of living dead girls, ready to steal your seat … or your brain. Tickets and showtimes here.
Frightmares: Haunted amusement park? Yes, please (but only on weekends). Get more information here.
Haunted Canyon: Bundle up and cuddle up on the Heber Creeper’s version of a spooky train ride. Gather up the info here.
Bewitching Events: Head to Gardner Village for some of the cutest witches you can lay eyeballs on. There are teas, makeovers, scavenger hunts, carriage rides, dinner shows and more. See here.
Garden After Dark: The garden gets mystical with Red Butte Garden’s Garden After Dark featuring classics like haystacks, jack-o-lanterns, light displays and popcorn. The show is on this Thursday and Friday. Click here.
Night of the Living Dinosaurs: Jurassic Park becomes a “reality” in Ogden when Night of the Living Dinosaurs and Trail of Terror take over the George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park, this weekend only. Details here.
And eat your heart out on haunted houses and spook alleys, if that’s your thing:
Feel free to make any additions you dare to!
With Jessica Baucom
As I said before, you can save scraps from your favorite fashion spreads for more than your wardrobe. Here, I’ve turned this ready-for-fall ensemble into a silhouette fit for your home.
Look Two links and credits:
“Fashionista” from The Sartorialist
Faux-fur throw from Pottery Barn
Odette Chair from Jayson Home & Garden
Interior from Elle Decor
Freecycle.org and I had a sort of love/hate relationship. I first heard about the website for getting and giving away free stuff a couple of years ago. The concept is a lot like Craigslist, except everything is free. Sounded like a genius idea, but after signing up, I was barraged with a million e-mails a day (and that’s only a slight exaggeration). So we broke up for a while.
Fast forward to the beginning of summer. I was moving and needed to give things away—fast. These were things I didn’t want to throw out, but couldn’t exactly sell or take to the thrift store like my half-used bag of Costco cat food, for example. It was then that I remembered my old friend Freecycle. I listed my items and within minutes got responses from people who picked up my unwanted goods same-day.
If you haven’t used Freecycle, I think it’s time you give it a shot. I opted out of the e-mails altogether and go directly to the site when I need to see what can be given away or what’s available. With this arrangment, I think it might be the start of a beautiful relationship.
Find a Freecycle group close to you here.
Make a spooktacular spread with any of these local goods:
Skull Pattern / $3 / By Hook’d
Frank Junior / $45 / By Velvet & Vine
Paper Doll Halloween Printable / $45 / By Sarah Jane Studios
Halloween Finger Puppet Set / $10 / By Wee Knits
“Good Little Witch” Cupcake Toppers / $6 / By The Blissful Baker
Halloween Cat Postcard / $1.50 / By Sweet & Simple Studio
Reversible Super Hero Capes / $18 / By Homemade Heroes
Spooky Tree Silhouette Pillow Cover / $26 / By Modernality
Today’s Sweet: Pumpkin Pancakes & Cinnamon Cream Syrup
Halloween is synonymous with fall, sweaters, cider, candy, and my personal favorite: pumpkin. Pumpkin cookies, pumpkin pie, pumpkin-shaped candies. I needed to include pumpkin in the breakfast arena, so here we have pumpkin pancakes. I’ve seen a few recipes here and there. I put some ideas together and came up with these handsome guys.
Whisk:
1 1/4 cups cake flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
Fold mixture into dry ingredients. Melt some butter in skillet over medium heat; pour in 1/4 cup batter for each pancake. Cook pancakes about 3 minutes per side and serve with butter and syrup.
There are a few syrup ideas that can work. A maple with butter and a touch of cinnamon. Or there is a cinnamon cream syrup, which is a family favorite, that is dreamy with these pumpkin pancakes. Here’s the recipe:
Cinnamon Cream Syrup:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup evaporated milk
In a small saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water and cinnamon. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat and cool 5 minutes; stir in evaporated milk. Serve warm.
With Jessica Baucom
It’s fall. And now that you’ve given your wardrobe an update, it’s time to give your home the lift it desperately needs. This will be the first of a few installments designed to jump-start your creative spirit from inside out. Naturally, I’m starting with one of my favorite inspiration pieces: fashion.
Color is a big business—especially in the fashion field. All over the world, designers watch color trends and meticulously select palettes for their collections. So how can your home reap the benefits? Keep your eye on fashion and it’s easy to keep it fresh. A favorite way to get to know the color, texture and style a client is drawn to is to simply see how they dress. I’ll even ask them what they’re most comfortable in.Don’t be afraid to ask yourself the same question and use it as a starting point.
Here’s one look at how your closet could inspire your living quarters:
Look One links and credits:
“Fashionista” from The Sartorialist
Zettel’z 5 Chandelier
Vintage Le Corbusier LC2 Chair
Interior from Martha Stewart Living
Send design and decorating questions for Jessica to ali@yourheartout.com with “Interior Motives” in the subject line.
The deadline for entries on the Shade Clothing giveaway has come and gone, and our winner of a $75 gift card is “Moe” who “needs (her) some Shade.”
Moe, send an e-mail to ali (at) yourheartout.com with “doorprize winner” in the subject line and we’ll get things squared away. The rest of us can shop new fall markdowns at www.shadeclothing.com.
How about a scary story in honor of Halloween? What if I told you there are vampires in your house right now? They’re lurking on kitchen counters and bedside tables and hiding in your entertainment centers. These clandestine vampires suck away your home’s energy and needlessly cost the average homeowner two hundred bones per year. Creepy, right?
Energy vampires are appliances and other electronics that use energy when they’re plugged in—even when they’re turned off. Some of the most common offenders are electronics with standby capabilities (TVs and computer monitors, for example), anything with a digital clock display (microwaves), or remote control (DVD players and stereo systems).
It might not be practical to plug in your microwave and reset the clock every time you use it, but some energy vampires are more easily slayed than others. TVs, DVD players and computers can be easily unplugged, especially if you use a surge-protected power strip with an on/off switch. And a lot of those vampires can be warded off if you unplug everything before you go on vacation, too.
Check out how much energy your appliances use here, and then let’s show those vampires who’s boss.
Sampled: Waffles for dinner and dessert
Where: Red Rooster Waffle Company (7742 Campus View Drive, West Jordan)
High & Low: Waffles are universally adored and acknowledged as a breakfast item, but typically go ignored for other meals of the day—at least in this part of the country. At Red Rooster Waffle Company, it’s clear that this oversight is a travesty. We took a swing on the savory side with classic, Southern fried chicken and waffles with orange honey butter and syrup: a uniquely delicious combination that will charm sweet tooths and salt lovers, alike. Other savory options include waffles benedict and open-faced turkey sandwiches built atop (you guessed it) waffles. For dessert, try the peach melba waffle with maple butter, peaches and raspberry sauce. With maybe too much on the menu, Red Rooster does full-on breakfast, too. Though waffles are the main attraction, the oven-baked omelets with yummy chili and cornbread are too good to be ignored.
How Much: Plates run around $7 – $10
Here’s what’s currently up for grabs:
Rest your drink on this slick, white coffee table. See it here.
Add this old number to your spread. See it here.
Cool, totally-retro talble with tile inlay, anyone? See it here.
This dresser is ready to move right in. See it here.
Who needs a boost(er)? See it here.
Get a nightstand with a radical paint job. See it here.
This midcentury reproduction looks to be brand-new. See it here.
As far as the upcoming holiday season is concerned, you should be all about making a good impression. Lucky for you, letterpress wiz Eva Jorgenson of Sycamore Street Press is heading up a Beginning Letterpress Class just in time for the gift-and-card-crazy season.
On November 14, you can head to her charming studio in Heber and pick up the whosits and whatsits of this thing they call the letterpress. In four hours, you’ll learn the jist of this cool, ages-old printing method, and leave with your own set of handprinted, made-by-you holiday cards.
Not one for rubbing shoulders or staring at the back of the tall guy’s head? Have no fear. This class is limited to ten, so you’ll be able to see all and do all your heart desires. Register by sending an e-mail to eva (at) sycamorestreetpress.com by November 9, 2009.
{Good Impression}
Beginning Letterpress Class
With Eva Jorgensen
November 14, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sycamore Street Press Studio
Heber, Utah
$50 class fee, plus $45 materials fee
www.sycamorestreetpress.com
www.sycamorestreetclasses.blogspot.com
Sometimes it’s all about going back to the basics. Your wardrobe demands pieces like cap-sleeve tees, boyfriend tees, cardis and camis that make layering a cozy, comfy affair—especially when jacket weather is part of the picture.
Building up those basics, Utah’s Shade Clothing now offers a full lineup of not-so-basic numbers that scream fall style. And the Autumn 2009 collection is no exception. Think plaid shirtdresses, ruffle button-downs, fitted tunics and high-waisted skirts. Shade Clothing parties on with an Anniversary Sale beginning tomorrow where you can score any number of pieces at up to 40 percent off.
Basic or anything but, it’s basically time to shop it up. The Anniversary Sale starts tomorrow and continues through Monday.
And there’s more! Shade Clothing is going to be handing out five wardrobes to five deserving ladies who are outstanding in their communities, family, workplace, etc. Send nominations to ali (at) shadeclothing.com
{Shady Ladies}
Shade Clothing Anniversary Sale
October 15 – 19, 2009
Up to 40% off
11531 N. Main District Drive Ste. 1200, South Jordan
25 W. Parrish Lane, Centerville
50 N. Center Street, American Fork
University Mall, Orem
250 N. Red Cliffs Drive Ste. 33, St. George
www.shadeclothing.com
{Doorprize} Shade Clothing loves anniversaries as much as anyone, and will be handing out a $75 gift card to one YHO reader. Want this card in your pocket? Leave one comment on this post before midnight on Monday, October 19.
The deadline for the mini makeover with Christie Somers has come and gone. There were many a rescue-my-tresses plea, indeed, but only one gal can win. And according to random.org, that reader is Jenn who would, “I would love to sport a new look in this year’s Christmas cards.” Jenn, send an e-mail to ali (at) yourheartout.com with “doorprize winner” in the subject line and we’ll get the wheels turning. And congratulations!
And now we get a few tricks of the trade from the colorist herself:
By Christie Somers
It’s time to ditch the chunky, contrasty hi-lites and warm up your hair color for the colder months that lie ahead. So, make an appointment with your hairdresses ASAP for a remedy ready-made for fall.
For all you blondes out there, the summer sun has left your once-golden tresses solid white and lifeless. A great way to bring back soft contrast and brightness is to have your colorist add a few lo-lites in between your hi-lites. It’s best to keep the lo-lites slightly warmer and lighter than your natural color. This will make the hi-lites pop again. Then, for some killer shine, top it all off with a warm, golden glaze. (My favorite is the in-salon treatment from Redken Shades EQ.) These two simple tricks are a cinchy way to breathe some much-needed life back into your goldilocks.
Brunettes, if you spent any time in the sun last summer, you know how hard it is on your color—especially if you’re covering some grays. There’s an easy way to turn that orange into a rich, vibrant tone again. Have your colorist pull a semi-permanent color through your ends for 20 minutes. I’d stick with something neutral and darker than your natural color. At the end, put a clear glaze over the whole thing to add shine that will stand the test of time.
To the reds: Whether you were born with it or have an amazing colorist, at the end of the sunny months, you’re less of a red and rapidly approaching strawberry blonde. What’s left of your vibrant color is Faded City. Not to worry. You can add richness and restore red by pulling a semi-permanent red tone (formulated to match the red in your hair) from roots to ends for 20 minutes. Have your colorist follow up with a red glaze to add shine and give your color a boost in longevity. Your eye-catching color will be back in no time.
As we said, we like a girl who takes Halloween seriously. Lehi-based Etsy seller 30 One totally gets the idea, and spins up one-of-a-kind, crafty-meets-creepy Halloween decorations and keepsakes. Snatch up one of her Spooky Ooky Halloween albums while you still can.
You can check out her Etsy shop here.
More introducing of the YHO crew….
If you asked Lisa Van Orman Hadley for a ride home, you might have to settle for a seat on the handlebars of her totally awesome yellow and turquoise Raleigh roadbike. This girl about town was living the green life before it became cool and is true blue about her friendship with our pal, Mother Earth.
Lisa also has a love for words—collecting quotes, books and her own thoughts. And sometimes they come out in Portuguese. She’d rather be in Brazil, but for now, if you’re looking for a commuting buddy, keep an eye out for Lisa. She brakes for chocolate ganache and grilled abacaxi, if you fala.
See posts on how to green-ify your life with Lisa Van Orman Hadley here.
To top off the fantasy wedding that’s surely in the making, YHO reader Joanna scored a lace Monique Lhuillier gown. (Lucky!) The dress has been ordered and is on its way to SLC. Now, she needs a trusty tailor to fit the gown to her physique. But, naturally, she’s a little concerned about butchering the designer number.
So, here’s the question: Does anyone highly recommend a seamstress worthy of the job? If so, please leave your suggestion in the comments, below.
We love a ghoul …err, girl, that takes October seriously. Meet Jeni B. Gochnour, who can give a squash a makeover you wouldn’t believe. Think bottle-cap eyeballs and haphazard teeth, for starters. The kind of creature you’ll have a hard time putting away once you swap out your holiday spread.
Jeni B. Gochnour is hosting her seventh annual Autumn Art Show next Thursday and Friday at a brand-new location at the Holladay Garden Condominiums. As usual, you can expect a collection of spooktacular artists and arts to knock your boots off—the likes of witch you’ve never seen.
{Holladay Holiday}
Autumn Art Show with Jeni B. Gochnour
Thursday, October 15, 6 – 9 p.m.
Friday, October 16, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Holladay Garden Condominiums
1706 E. Murray Holladay Road (4800 South), Holladay, across from the Holladay Lions Club
www.jenigochnour.blogspot.com
To Market: Head to the Sugarhouse Garden Center (at the northeast corner of Sugarhouse Park) on Saturday for the Fall Art Market where you can pick up handmade, locally-made and one-of-a-kind items like pillows, candles, decor, handbags and hats. Info here.
Closet Cleaning: Provo’s Soel Boutique invites local fashionistas looking to do some swapping and switcherooing to a Soel Swap Meet this Saturday. Decide what your wardrobe can’t part with and take the rest to the Soel sidewalk from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Pick up some new duds, too, when Soel marks down pieces up to 30%.
Citizen Kind: New boutique SLCitizen aims to sell goods that are all-local, all the time. Check out the new location next time you check out a book at the Main Library—you’ll spy ‘em on the northwest corner of the main floor. And party on with the local crew at a grand opening bash next Friday.