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Month: March 2017

March 29, 2017March 29, 2017

DIY Napkin Rings

Categories DIY, ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL
Easter

Custom napkin rings are one of the easiest ways to create a themed or seasonal table. With little more than a paper towel roll, you can craft up some serious style. Fabric remnants in bright, bold colors really capture that Spring vibe. A single yard of fabric with make well over a dozen rings and…Continue Reading “DIY Napkin Rings” →

March 29, 2017March 29, 2017

Eggcellent Easter Table

Categories DIY, ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL, INTERIORS
Easter

Make sure your table is set not only with fabulous food this Easter, but also lots of bright pastels, cheery spring blossoms, and of course, a bunny or two. The real star of my Easter table may also be the cheesiest. I came across this vintage table cloth loaded with fuzzy bunnies, baby chicks, and…Continue Reading “Eggcellent Easter Table” →

March 29, 2017March 29, 2017

Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs

Categories ENTERTAINING, FOOD, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL
Deviled Eggs

Deviled Eggs are a staple at any Southern table. Especially on Easter Sunday. You wanna know what else is a staple at my table? A Bloody Mary. Bloody Marys have a dear place in my heart and also in my belly. So, why not combine the two and have the best of both worlds! The…Continue Reading “Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs” →

March 22, 2017March 23, 2017

Sawdust Eggs

Categories DIY, ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL, INTERIORS
Easter Eggs

One product of any renovation is an abundance of sawdust. Depending on the cut there are even varying grades of sawdust from fine to heavily grainy. After much deliberation on what exactly to do with all of this “dust”, I finally settled on a bit of Easter decor. I love the contrast of the golden…Continue Reading “Sawdust Eggs” →

March 22, 2017March 22, 2017

Egg Shell Place Cards

Categories DIY, ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL, INTERIORS
Easter Eggs

Leftover egg shells have so much more potential than heading to the compost or trash can. They can easily become adorable mini place card holders and the ideal way get that Springtime vibe. Small eggs, candies, or even old timepieces make great takeaways for guests. Pair them with floral dinnerware for that extra bit of…Continue Reading “Egg Shell Place Cards” →

March 22, 2017March 23, 2017

Moss Covered Easter Eggs

Categories DIY, ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL, INTERIORS

Spring has sprung and that means all things pastel, floral, and bright are in season. What better place to showcase the colors of the moment than the exterior of a creatively decked out egg just in time for Easter. I’m particularly partial to eggs that have a rustic, natural feel and exude rich, earthy textures….Continue Reading “Moss Covered Easter Eggs” →

March 22, 2017March 22, 2017

Corn Chowder

Categories FOOD
Corn Chowder

There’s just nothing like some warming chicken soup or chowder to help ease the pains of the bubonic plague. I’ve been meaning to share my go-to recipe for fighting off any cold of the season, but unless I’m under the weather it’s just not on the forefront of my mind. That all came to a…Continue Reading “Corn Chowder” →

March 20, 2017March 22, 2017

Build a Bathtub Caddy

Categories DIY, INTERIORS
Build a Bathtub Caddy

Looking for that extra bit of spa-like feel in your bathroom? Create a custom bathtub caddy to keep all of those luxurious bath essentials at your fingertips. From a glass of wine to essential oils, everything will have a nice resting spot with this ingenious addition. Wooden caddies can be found at any home goods…Continue Reading “Build a Bathtub Caddy” →

March 20, 2017March 20, 2017

Whitewashing 101

Categories DIY, ENTERTAINING, INTERIORS
Whitewashing

Whitewashing walls is an easy and inexpensive way to brighten up any room. The technique itself has been in use for centuries and typically includes a mixture of lime and salt. This formula is however very limited and somewhat painstaking. The modern approach to achieving a whitewash look requires only a bit of latex paint,…Continue Reading “Whitewashing 101” →

March 11, 2017March 20, 2017

St. Patrick’s Day Decor

Categories ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY+SEASONAL, INTERIORS
St. Patrick's Day

Green is the eternal color of the Irish and also for their patron saint, St. Patrick. But green is not only for wearing on St. Patty’s Day to safeguard against a stout pinch. In the words of Pedro Calderon de la Barca, “Green is the prime color of the world, and that from which its…Continue Reading “St. Patrick’s Day Decor” →

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A natural born entertainer, creator, decorator, gardener, and jack-of-all-trades, Trace knew he would pursue a career with a creative outlet. After years of working with various design groups and national lifestyle publications, Trace dreamed of a brand of his own, and that’s when The Bitter Socialite was born, an entertaining and lifestyle design firm that is neither stuck-up nor stuffy. The Bitter Socialite is brimming with how-to and do-it-yourself projects, easy market-fresh recipes perfect for dinner tonight, party ideas for any occasion, libations sure to liberate you (not to mention your guests), customizable meal/entertaining kits delivered directly to you, and a healthy dose of humor because we believe laughter is the heart of inspiration.

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Layered Tomato Salad

QUICK FIX:

Heriloom Caprese Salad

 

RECIPE:


3-4 vine ripe heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/4 in slices

1 pound mozzarella, cut into 1/4 in slices

20-30 fresh basil leaves, about one bunch

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons lime juice, or the juice of one lime

Good Seasons, Italian Dressing mix

Coarse salt and ground pepper

Red pepper flakes (optional)

METHOD:


1. Thoroughly wash and dry wide mouth Mason jars for serving.

2. Make the dressing by first combining the dressing mix and 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar in a bowl. Whisk vigorously to combine. Add 1/2 cup olive oil, and the juice of one lime. Whisk again until well blended. Store in a plastic container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

3. Begin by slicing tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into 1/4 in thick slices. Wash basil and separate leaves from the stem.

Taffy Crunch Popcorn

Quick Fix

RECIPE: Taffy Crunch


6 qts. popped popcorn

1 1/2 salted peanuts

1 cup butter

1 lb box brown sugar

1/4 cup dark corn syrup

1/4 cup molasses

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

METHOD:


1. Pre-heat oven to 250°. Mix popped popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl.

2. In a large saucepan, melt butter; add brown sugar, corn syrup, molasses, and salt. Boil over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla.

4. Gradually pour over popcorn and mix well.

5. Transfer onto two large cookie sheets and bake in a 250° oven for one hour, stirring every fifteen minutes.

7. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Break apart and store in a plastic container.

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