Back To Baking: Bakers Tools & Recipes

This photo of Tieghan Gerard, one of my favorite foodies, made me feel like baking today. She is one of the best. Scroll down to see her recipe for Salted Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookie Snickers Bars. Or click here to shop her baking edit on Etsy.  Today's post is just filled with sweet Fall flavors including a couple of Vegan & GF recipes. Join me this weekend and get back to baking!

Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake

Doesn't this just scream Fall? The recipe is said to make an incredibly tender, moist, buttery, and spiced to perfection cake.

Broma Bakery

Salted Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookie Snickers Bars

This is only the second recipe I found for this roundup, but I think I have found my favorite. I mean, is there anything better than something that is both sweet and salty?

Half Baked Harvest

Salted Caramel Apple Pie

The classic apple pie gets a modern update with the addition of salted caramel sauce. It is a yummy addition, that I add to each apple pie of mine.

Williams Sonoma

Emile Henry Pie Dish

Master pie baking with these colorful dishes. The ruffle edges are perfect for stylizing your crust. Now on sale at

Sur La Table

Cinnamon Swirl Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Tieghan, the recipe author says that this yummy bread is best served warm with a healthy slather of salted butter. I second that motion!

Half Baked Harvest

Brown Butter Apple Blondies

It's my experience that brown butter changes everything! Don't think twice about the use of two sticks of butter. These are worth it.

Sally's Baking Addiction

Williams Sonoma Bakeware

Not sure about yours, but my bakeware has been well used, or shall I say over used? I would just love to own this set in gold! It's now on sale at

Williams Sonoma

Gluten Free Apple Cake With Brown Butter & Hazlenut

I happen to think that everything made in a heavy cast iron pan, is better. This is a show stopping dessert that anyone would enjoy.

Bonjon Gourmet

Fudgy Caramel Brownies

Ooey, gooey and super fudgy! This is my type of sweet. And for those of you who are not bakers, the base of this recipe is a brownie mix! 

Cake Whiz

Espresso Chocolate Chunk Scones
Made with freshly brewed espresso and topped with a heavenly maple butter glaze, who wouldn't want to start their day with these?

Brown Butter Blondie

Wolf Counter Top Oven

This time of year with the holidays approaching, an extra oven really does come in handy. 

This is a beauty! 

 Williams Sonoma

Chocolate Stuffed Baked Pears

With Phyllo Dough

What an impressive dessert! The recipe calls for Williams pears due to their natural sweetness. That chocolate just puts this dessert over the top.

Jerne J Kitchen

Baileys Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

My first thought is I don't care what the cupcake tastes like, because that frosting is drool worthy! But by the way, the cupcake is pumpkin and said to be super moist. 

The Cake Blog

Salted Chocolate Chunk Pumpkin Cookies Gluten Free & Vegan

Heather states that in the seven years she has been baking vegan and GF, these are the absolute best cookies ever. That says a lot! This recipe calls for "sunflower butter" and Bob's Red Mill flour.  Sounds fab!

Heather Christo

Silpat Reusable Silicone Baking Molds

I love my Silpat Baking Sheet liner.  And these look like they would be so very helpful for many uses.

Food52

Pumpkin Skillet Cobbler
This unique dessert is warm and soft and wonderful. The base is a pumpkin custard. So if you can make pumpkin pie, you can make this.

How Sweet Eats

Overnight Caramel Apple French Toast

Caramel and apples are such a delicious duo. The best part of this recipe is that it can be made up the night before. YUM!

Yellow Bliss Road

Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl
If you enjoy mixing things up a bit, you will love this bowl.  I love my stainless mixing bowls, but they don't have bells and whistles like this one. Loving the silicone handles and that base is everything!

Food52

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Fall Trend: Built In Baubles

{ Via: Moda Operandi }

Here's the first in a series of Fall trend posts. We will cover them all in the next couple of weeks - Fringe, Leather everywhere, Skirt Suits, Puff Sleeves and more.  By baubles, I mean embellishments. Think chains, pearls, crystals and all of the elegant extras. It is very nineties, and my favorite trend of the season. Consider built in baubles to be an easy solution to accessorizing.

Velvet Crystal Embellished Dress

Contemporary and chic by Self-Portrait. It's the only formal dress that you need for Fall and Winter.

Matches Fashion

Jennifer Behr Pearl Bucket Hat
 Satin and Swarovski Pearls ~ a match made in heaven!

Shopbop

Embellished Cashmere Turtleneck

Sweater perfection from the Michael Kors Collection! A draped silhouette is embellished with polished buttons up the cuffs and a chain link in back. Fabulous!

Michael Kors

Brooch Cheyenne Blazer
Cinq a Sept is one of my fave collections this season. It's fun, fancy, and very on trend. Chic in crepe, bejeweled and embroidered. Sizes are scattered so I am giving you buying options.
  Saks    Bloomingdale's

Pearls Bishop Sleeve Tee

With added feminine flair, this tee shirt is also a budget buy!

Shein

Embroidered Boyfriend Blazer
You can always count on Nicole for fashion with an edge. This blazer is everything for this season.

Nicole Miller

Lela Sandoughi Headbands
No more bad hair days for you! Take your LBD and add one of these sparkly headbands. Shop the collection at

Neiman Marcus

Sweater with Eyelets

I have seen this in person. The feel of the sweater is soft and luxe. The overall vibe is rock star.  Now on sale with an extra 25% off.

The Kooples

Chain Link Keyhole Pullover
Alexander Wang always designs with an edge and an attitude.  Created in a cashmere wool blend. 

No necklace needed!
Alexander Wang  or  Intermix

Patent Stud Trim Boots

Style them with skinny jeans and anything leather on top. A budget buy at less than $100.

Charles & Keith

Embellished Boot Cut Pants
You won't believe the price of this
 great look!
Macy's

Embellished Cape Dress

Crafted in Italy, this is a sophisticated style with strong shoulders. Love it!

Michael Kors

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Halloween At Home: Etsy Style

Halloween will be different this year. Many families are playing it safe and celebrating at home. But that doesn't mean that it can't be a boo-tiful event. Invite a few of the kids besties, plan a theme, dress them up, decorate the door. Make it a mini party, but special. This edit begins with hello and a great door mat, and ends with sweet dreams for all in matching jammies. No tricks. Just treats!

Etsy Editors Picks

When I shop Etsy, the first place I go to are the Editor's Picks. I always find something good no matter what the department. The Halloween Edit is filled with the best in freaky and

 fabulous finds.

Create A Warm Welcome

This year has been spooky enough. Why not make everyone feel welcome instead of afraid? The Pumpkin Door Mat is the cutest, and the wreath is one of the prettiest. Wild Ridge Designs allows you to choose your size and ribbon color.  Those giant Spider Webs are fun and made of wool. You get two in your set. Use them inside or out. 

Set A Safari Theme

Grown ups and little kids alike will love this awesome animal theme. Dress the baby in a leopard print romper from Tesa Babe.  Hang animal print paper lanterns in the foyer or over the table. Find these at Party Connoisseur .  I would use the leopard paper plates any day of the week. And the darling mini Party Pails will be fab for holding individual treats. 

Party Favors

Invite a few of the kids "besties" over, ask them to wear a mask, and give them each one of these adorable favors.

Goodie Goodie Surprise

Staying Home?

This is all the costume you need.

Shop this tee HERE

Dress Up The kids

Let's raise our children to be super heroes. Teach them that they have the powers within to change the world. These personalized capes and accessories will make them look the part. Not to mention, they will be super comfy, too.

Top Left. and Bottom Right from Love Lane Designs. Wonder Woman Tutu is from Posh Little Kids and the personalized blue Cape is from 

Super Kid Capes

Super Hero Party Inspiration

Can we have too much super hero inspo? I think not. These perfect picks will get your mini party going.  The Super Hero Party Bags are beautifully made. Create Cupcakes for a sweet treat, and add these colorful toppers from B Squared Design. Decorate the table with S for Super Hero Confetti. The most important party favor of all will be the super hero face mask. Etsy has a big selection. Be safe, especially on Halloween.

Personalized Pumpkin PJS
Talk about sweet dreams after all of that candy! These precious pumpkin jammies are just the thing to wear at home on Halloween.  The owner of the shop states that the pajamas are made with cotton, embroidery, and love. So sweet. Best yet, they come in sizes newborn - adult 3XL.

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Welcome Autumn

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It's beginning to feel like Fall in my part of the world. Without a child at home, I don't really decorate for Autumn, except a Thanksgiving tablescape. If I did, white pumpkins are the prettiest. What are your plans for the weekend? None here and I love that. Before your weekend starts, I know that you will love these links to stylish sales and fab finds.

If you enjoy white pumpkins, or all colors under the sun, this Etsy Shop, creates the prettiest velvet pumpkins ever.

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15 Functional Pieces Worth the Splurge. Have you splurged on anything lately? For me, it has really just been the necessities. But sometimes, splurging does bring joy. See if any of these functional items or chic closet styles might make you happy.

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Masks: Wishing the Trumps well after testing positive for Covid19. I do hope that you continue to wear your masks, mandated or not, and take this virus seriously.  Just received my Sanctuary Clothing Zebra Bundle of Antibacterial Fashion PPE Gloves & Mask. It is just so much fun! Best $26 spent ever. Now with Free 2 Day shipping! 

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Are you missing a friend? I certainly am. Bobbi Brown has something fun for friends. It's called Makeup With Friends. In this 45 minute session, you and up to three of your friends will catch up over makeup virtually. You will learn beauty tips from a Bobbi Brown pro artist. Love this.  Read more about it at Bobbi Brown. P.S. My new favorite BB product her her Face Base.

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Have you shopped the Bloomingdale's Friends & Family Sale yet? You can save 25% on many fab finds like the entire Vince line of fashion for men and women. Save 20% on Nespresso Coffee machines,  25% off Cole Haan for men and women, and so much more.

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Nordstrom is having a big beauty and fragrance sale. I found Mac Lipsticks, Jo Malone London, YSL, Bobbi Brown, Bare Minerals, and so much more. Over 2800 products! And of course, they always offer Free Shipping!

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A great way to change the look of your home for a new season is to change out your throw pillows. You can save 20% on Jonathan Adler's chic and "tongue in cheek" pillows this weekend with Code: PILLOW20

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Have you bought a new bag for Fall? I have not, but I am finding Cult Gaia's Tortoise Acrylic Clutch irresistible. 

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The editors of Bazaar Magazine swear that the FitFlop Ballet Flats are the most chic and comfortable ones that you will ever wear. A special rebound technology minimizes impact, and gives your foot bouncy all day cushioning. You'll find smooth leather styles in every color, glossy croc embossed finishes, and shiny patent styles. Shop them HERE.

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I feature some of the yummy recipes of Half Baked Harvest on Foodie Fridays. Tieghan, the food blog owner, has collaborated with Etsy on a Holiday collection of her own. It is as lovely as she is, and features cooking and entertaining essentials. Those scalloped Cookie Boxes are fab! Shop Half Baked Harvest X Etsy Collection HERE

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October has always been one of my favorite months. It begins with my half birthday and ends with Halloween. May you enjoy the first weekend in October, and be filled with all of the Fall feels.

XOXOX

Deb

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