PHOTOS: Easy Tailgate & Football Party Recipes

Ready-to-Serve Tailgating Recipes from Southern Living. These make-ahead recipes are ready to eat straight out of the cooler. Simply open up containers, and you’ll have a crowd-pleasing spread.

Photos: Southernliving.com

RECIPES @ http://www.southernliving.com

PHOTOS: Labor Day Party Ideas

Check out these photos for some inspiration for your own Labor Day party! Decor, printables, recipes and more!

North Shore Flea, Vintage Picnic 7.14

Where: 428 Green Bay Rd at the Highwood Rec CenterVintage Picnic

When: July 14th from 9am-5pm

Need a little day trip? Head up Sheridan Road to the next all new North Shore Flea is July 14th with Vintage Picnic as the theme! Vendors will be bringing their best outdoor vintage, plaid blanks, vintage coolers, picnic sets and so much more! 9am to 5pm, rain or shine and admission is absolutely free! Food and margaritas by La Casa De Isaac. 428 Green Bay Rd at the Highwood Rec Center. Come and support our great local vendors!

There’s lots of free parking – or take the Metra- it’s less than a block from the Highwood Station.

More information @ northshoreflea.com

 

Randolph Street Market 7.27-7.28

The Randolph Street Market Festival is home to the world-renowned Chicago Antique MarketIndie Designer Market,Modern Vintage Chicago and the Holiday Market. As seen in Travel & Leisure, the NY Times, Lucky Magazine and featured on TV news shows and web casts, the Randolph Street Market Festival is considered “a mecca of cool”, “the best hot spot for antiquing”, “the best Chicago venue for people watching”, and “the Barney’s of Vintage”. Celebrity designerNate Berkus says, “I love this market…the quality is incredible!” As one of Chicago’s most happening monthly parties, Randolph Street Market has become the summer destination!

This European-style, indoor-outdoor urban antique market in the historic West Loop neighborhood features 200 select purveyors of high quality, amazingly priced “finds”, offering unlimited creative inspiration and hours of fun. Shoppers can find furnishings, vintage clothing, jewelry, collectibles, etc.

• Complimentary Furniture Delivery* within downtown Chicago! Click for info.
• Shopping Refund Vouchers for Admission by Vendors: Each voucher is for $5 off and the vendors should reduce the purchase price by $5 on items valued $25 or more. Note that not all vendors are able to honor the voucher due to their profit margins and customer should ask vendor if they accept the voucher before they shop in their booth.
• Lower advance ticket price! $8 general online / $3 student online
• KIDS UNDER 12 ALWAYS FREE!
• NEW Early Shopping Saturdays – Outdoors at 8am and Indoors at 9am/ 100% of proceeds going to Chicago House charity. $25 at the door / $20 online advance

And this “Market of Markets” just gets bigger and better! 

VINYL SWAP MEET! Thousands of collectible records from 45’s to LP’s, jazz to rock and show tunes galore will make you tap your toes and groove down memory lane;

FANCY FOOD MARKET! All types of chocolates, cakes, breads, spices, olive oils, salsa to bring home or enjoy during the event;

GLOBAL GOODS BAZAAR! Some delightful crafts and artisan goods representative of Chicago’s ethnic neighborhoods.

Fabulous food and drink specialties abound! Come and dine al fresco against the backdrop of the beautiful Chicago skyline!

THIS IS A PET FRIENDLY EVENT however, due to liability issues with our landlord, your pet is only allowed in the outdoor portions of the market. If it’s a super hot day, we highly recommend leaving Fido at home. Also, for insurance purposes NO PIT BULLS OR DOBERMANS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. Sorry, your dog might be the sweetest in the world – but those are the exclusions to this event.

ONSITE SERVICES TO RESTORE & PROTECT YOUR HEIRLOOMS AND NEW MARKET PURCHASES!
• Appraisal Service
• Onsite Furniture Delivery Service
• Gold Buying Service
• Crystal & Porcelain Repair Service
• Furniture Restoration Service
• Art Restoration Service
• Lamp & Lighting Repair Service


2013 Randolph Street Market Dates 
10-5pm both days
July 27/28
August 24/25
September 28/29
October 26/27
November 23/24
December 14/15

Royal Nursery Inspiration For A Prince Or Princess

With Prince William and Duchess Kate’s royal baby due in less than two months, HomeGoods has created a list of adorable and affordable nursery accessories perfect for any prince or princess.

Bank on it!

These royal carriage and prince elephant banks would not only be a fun touch to any nursery, they also make unique baby gifts.

$7.99 (compare at $15)

Your Royal Lightness

A lamp is a necessity for any nursery, so why not chose one that adds a fun and whimsy touch to the room?  Whether it be purple pom-poms or a ball from England’s favorite sport…Football!

$29.99 (compare at $50)

A Pink Throne

This soft pink polka-dot upholstered rocking chair will add a glamorous touch to any princess’ nursery.

$49.99 compare at ($100)

HRH Pillow

These plush pillows will complement any sleeping beauty.

$14.99 compare at ($28)

Like father, like son

If helicopter pilot Prince William has a son, he can fall asleep dreaming of faraway adventures with this playful pillow.

$12.99 (compare at $25)

Horsing Around

We all know the Royal family loves their horses, this out-of-this-world rocking horse would be a sure fire hit in any palace or home.

$49.99 (compare at $100)

A Step Up!

These adorable wooden stools will not only help with a toddler’s curtsy or bowing skills, they are perfect for reaching those hard to get to places.

$24.99 (compare at $45)

Fashion Forward Storage
Storage is a must for any nursery, whether it’s for toys or crowns. Why not add a little pizzazz with these chevron patterned fabric baskets in pink and blue?

$12.99 (compare at $24)

Picture Perfect

Even if your baby’s grandmother is not the queen and their uncle is not a prince, family pictures in fun colorful frames are an important addition to a baby nursery.

$8.99 (compare at $18)