Fresh Look Redesign E-Zine

October, 2009

HARVEST HOME

I can’t really tell you why, but fall, or autumn if you will, is truly my favorite time of year. As sad as one is to see Summer fade into only a memory, the colors, scents and décor that come with the fall season seem to burst forth like no other, enveloping our homes with comforts calling families back inside once again. The mere sight of all the colorful gourds and pumpkins this time of year send your mind reeling with all the wonderful vignettes that can be made both inside and out. When considering what to choose, start at the front door giving just a hint of what can be expected inside! By creating a welcoming wreath or swag on your door, then bringing some of those same materials and colors just inside the door on an entry table, you’ve give a cohesive look that starts a thread that can be woven throughout your décor. When considering your fall decorating scheme, keep your colors, florals and accessories in the brown, gold, amber, green, pumpkin and burgundy families. This allows you to keep your décor fresh looking from September through November with little change, except for a few fun frightful Halloween accessories!

One of the best parts of Fall is the return of Pumpkin EVERYTHING, but especially Pumpkin French Toast. This treasure is best had at the Boulders Resort Golden Door Spa in Carefree Arizona, but for those of you who can’t make it there; here is a quick and easy recipe for you to try at home. Alas, it’s not quite the same as The Boulders, but the smell of pumpkin wafting through the air on a Sunday morning is sure to bring the family together around the breakfast table.

BAKING BITS

Pumpkin French Toast

2 eggs
¼ cup canned pumpkin
½ cup light cream
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon sugar
8 bread slices

Place all ingredients except bread slice into a blender and mix just until everything is combined. Pour mixture into a shallow pan. Dip bread slices into pumpkin mixture and place on buttered skillet until browned on both sides.