♥ Halloween Party 2010 ♥ {updates below}

Twinkling lights and birdling flights, candles flickering and a scent, a scent so intense and delicious, it exquisitely delights!  There is a party in the woods, I can see it from here.  Let's follow a path through the trees, to where a warm glow draws us in, to a place of magical merriment!

I hear music, do you? 

I smell something lovely too...

What is that decadent aroma?  I am entranced! It is like the fragrance of golden cake baking, and bubbling rose sauce.  Or is it warm caramel, and apples?  It is unlike anything I have ever smelled........

Wait, what is this?

A note left for us?

"Beware of the old woman in the woods?"

Hogwash! 

I don't think we have anything to worry about, do you???

Oh look loooook, we are drawing near!

What is this place? Oh dear, oh dear, what excitement!

A little stove, warm and precious!

With goodies baking! 

Yes yes, I knew my nose was not playing tricks on me.

The scent of roses, but more than just that.  I have smelled this scent once before, as a child.  My grandmother said someone was conjuring a love spell, and I should pinch my nose.  But how can we? It is too delicious, I am mesmerized...

You can smell it too, can't you?  It is sweet like honey, with a tinge of rose dew...

Oh and, a pot of tea, waiting for you and me. 

I wonder if it is okay to sip? I can't see anyone around, and would hate to infringe.  What shall we do?  Shall we enjoy a cup?  Or run as fast, as fast can be?

I think we should stay at this marvelous party in the woods.  It is almost like we have entered Hansel and Gretel's world.  Don't you think?

Oh!  Ambrosial scrumptiousnessssss, I am fainting at this sight! 

Caramel apples, baked to perfection! 

And wee cakes, soft and warm...

Heavenly!

Let's have some! I simply can not contain myself.  Let's dance and nibble, and we can leave golden coins as payment. 

What's that you say? 

You think we should be polite and wait?

But but, are you not entranced, as I am?

I must bite into another one.... Mmmmmmmmm..... warm... cake... 

Candy crunch and tempting swirls... 

Glowing stars, star light, star bright!

I twirl, eating my cake, as I look up at the sparkly stars..

Oh look, a table set, just for us... 

Would you like some green potion?

You aren't scared, are you?

Oh my gooooodnessss! 

I had gotten so carried away, I had not noticed the signs!

It seems that we have come upon a fortune teller's party!

The autumn air feels like bliss, and the colors around us, sail me away in a dream-like mist...

Spells & Incantations!

Oh me, oh my...

But where could this fortune teller be?

Has she transformed herself into a bird or a flower?

Is she watching us, as we peek into her fairy bower?

Pumpkins, and marigolds, and every spell under the moon!

I think she is more than a fortune teller, don't you?

I hope she is kind, and not cross that we nibbled some of her treats, and delighted in swaying and dancing in her woodland retreat...

What treasures, what curiosities.  I don't even know where to look...

Oooooo, is that a spell book?

And such shades of marigolds, saffron, lemon and golden squash.  I certainly would like to buy a few, wouldn't you?

And look, a skull.

Ooooo, spooky, I'd say.

With flower garlands, blessed in bombay!

I feel myself falling.

Is this a trap?

Filled with edible treats and treasures divine?

Have you been entranced too?

Oh looook!

Tea leaf readings, oh my, oh me!

And amulets, oh amulets!  I'd like to buy two or three.

And amber and rubies!!

 And and and...

Did you notice, it is getting darker? Perhaps we should move along?  But this party is smashing, and most glorious fun!

Let's lose ourselves in fall's pleasures, here take another candy apple, but give me a bite first... 

I am going to stand by the warm stove, while I munch and dream...

Although, the roses are dangerous, the scent is making me feel so in love.  It really must be a love spell brewing!

 Perhaps I should do as granny said when I was a young girl, and pinch my nose?  I can see love floating in the air, can you?

What a marvelous time I am having.  It's just like a Halloween dream...

The sun is fading as fast as can be, and the cerulean sky is glowing through the trees...

WAIT!

Oh my goooodnesss!

I heard something.

Like the crunching of leaves, and a tune like wind blowing through rickety eaves. 

Hide, quick, go go go, hide behind the trees... 

I think maybe, we had too much fun!

What did that note say again?  The one we decided to overlook?  Beware of who???

Oh me, oh my!  Who is that??

My knees are knocking.

Shhhh, shhhhh!

What was that? What did she say? She is looking down, but I think she said she can see us??? Eeeeeeeeeee!!!

I think she said....

"Come out of the darkness, and have some sweets my pretties..."

Why are we scared?  She doesn't seem mean, she is offering us sweets.  It looks like a new batch of goodies appeared out of nowhere.

"Go on, take one," she says... 

O, o, okay....

Thank you Ma'am....

You take one too... Go on...

The cake she gave me is unlike anything I have ever beheld.  It has roses and vines growing right out of the center.  I must taste it, I can not resist...

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!!!

There is no description on earth, for this delicious specimen... 

Before I can blink, she is offering jewels and fortune tales, as well....

Come with me, inside, she softly sings... 

A fortune, for you and for your friends... 

She caresses her crystal ball. Talking to it as if it was her pet...

I can't help but look around in sheer amazement at her caravan, and all the trinkets she has collected...

She snaps her fingers...

I look up, and she rubs some oil on my wrists, from an emerald bottle...

"Now you and your friends, make a wish," she says...

Anything you would like, anything at all..... 

She wants us to close our eyes and make our wish...

Okay, let's do it now..

On, 1, 2, & 3.....

I see great frolic, gaiety and revelry!!! she cackles.

But you must leave here at once, before I turn you, like everyone else, into a tree branch or a trinket!!!!

I run, and trip and tumble...

You drop your bag of loot, and rip your gown on a candelabra.

We run as fast as we can, into the woods, and turn for one last glimpse...

Then, just like that, the old woman's festivities through the trees, become a tale, a dream...

 And vanish, into the autumn breeze....

 A memory, written in the leaves!

Bwahahahaha!!!

Haaaapy Haaaapy Haaaaapy Halloween Madness 2010!! 

Let the parties continue!!

On my way to your soirée, as soon as I wake up, on Saturday!

Update: Saturday, 10:34 a.m.

Hi friends and heloooo!  I am here, I am here, hooooray!!

What wonderful partiers and spirits a flutter!  I have completed most of my chores this morning (post office trip etc.), and am here to play!  I have conjured my most wicked self, albeit kind too ;), don't worry...

I am doused in glitter and sparkles, my favorite, I must say.

I hope you are in costume too?

Please tell me this is true ;)

I am sipping something warm, and I must confess, munching a caramel apple for breakfast.

Naughty naughty! 

I am two bites in...YUMM!

 

I am jumping on my broom, and making visits all day and night.  I'll be there, I promise, I am currently in flight ;)

Update:  11:32 p.m.

Hi friends!  What a wonderful day I had visiting you!  Thank you for all of your hard work and participation!  I am blown away at your photos, and tales, recipes and videos, vignettes, and art and all the treasures and collections so many of you have shared!

I am so tired I could faint.  And I will, in about 5 minutes.  I visited everyone who left me their link in this post today (Oct.16th).  If you have not added your link in comments, that's okay, I can visit you tomorrow.

I am an exhausted happy Halloween infused girl! ♥

Update Sunday October 17th, 6:48 p.m.

THANK YOU for all of the fun!!! It was unreal!!Truly!

I am officially hopping off the party trail ;)

Hope to see you for our 4th annual Halloween Extravaganza next year!!

You all shared so much magic.  It was wonderful!

 

♥ Much Love, V ♥
 

ps:  Pretty pretty please, if you are hosting your own party, leave your actual party post link in comments.  The comments will serve as an archive of all of your parties.  I will also visit you through your comment link.  Thanks so much! ♥

pss:  I will draw 3 names next week, for a giveaway.  All you have to do is leave a comment on this post to enter.  The items are, (in order of names drawn):

1) A Spells, Herbs Miracles and Magic Poster as seen in my shop, as well as some extra goodies.  

2) My Fortune Teller Poster that you see in this post, which I designed for the event, plus extra goodies. 

3) A surprise parcel of some of my cards and stickers, & other lil' treats.

Comments

[Sarah]

How Magnificent! Your treats must have been so wonderful, until the old woman warned you to leave.

I've ne'er partaken in such a party before... I think You may be able to tell :P
http://artandaudacity.blogspot.com/2010/10/fanciful-halloween.html

[Miss Linda]

Oh What a simply wonderous party with all the goodies, things and stuff. I had a wonderful time and will be back soon.

http//momentsinaneye.blogspot.com

[melissa]

As always seeing your wildly outrageous imagination come to life is like living a dream. You make it hard to leave your party but I'm intrigued to see what all the other fanciful playmates have going on at their sites. But first I'm going to grab a few of those oh so delicious doughnuts.... yummmmmm

[Danielle Suplicki]

What a gorgeous dream to have had. Thank you for sharing your delightfully spooky tale!

My party post is here:
http://thewhimsicalcottage.blogspot.com/2010/10/fanciful-halloween.html

[Shannon]

Bewitchingly magickal, Vanessa! I always come away from your blog with such inspiration. I participated in your Mad Tea Party (from which my brain is still a bit frazzled), but am contenting myself to sip my coffee and visit the lovely Halloween Parties this morning. I would love to be entered in your give-away of sweet goodies!
~Shannon♥

[Shell]

As always Vanessa, your Halloween Party is full of beautiful magic, beauty and fun. I love the the amount of detail and affection you pour into your parties. It shows splendidly. I do love Fortune Tellers, as well!! Thank you for hosting all this magic goodness.
Here is the link to my party:
http://swanofdreamers.blogspot.com/2010/10/enchanted-halloween-tale.html

[two crazy crafters]

Vanessa, I enjoyed your enchanting tale! The decorations so magical! Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into this special event each year. We are always so happy to be a part of it. Have a wonderful weekend! Twyla

[Sandy]

What a WICKED post! Come see my blog entry as well and thanks for the chance to win one of your fabulous items!

Sandy xox

My link:
http://sandy-sandyscreations.blogspot.com/2010/10/its-halloween-blog-party.html

[Laura Irrgang]

This one was on the dark side, V!
It was kind of scary....like the fairy tale you wanted your mom to read you but you cringed when it got to the part about the witch.
I hope you're taking a good long nap today!!!

http://rhinestonearmadillo.typepad.com/my_weblog/2010/10/halloween-party.html

[Amy B]

Completely awesome! Thanks for the wonderful tale!

[Deborah]

Oh yes indeed, YOU are the magic!!!
**clapping of many hands** You are the master photographer and stage setter, turning everything you touch into art. Thank you for allowing us to see through your magic eyes and teaching us to play again. You are twinkles and sparkles and all that is light. You are my joy.
**blows kisses** Deb

[Kaerie Faerie]

fabulous post, wonderful pictures
Karey

http://kaeriefaerie52.blogspot.com/2010/10/finding-halloween-up-north.html

[Sara]

Such a magical party and enchanting tale.

I joined in as well http://mama-craft.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party-with-twist.html

Happy Halloween Party Day!

[Lisa Ladrido]

As always your Halloween Party was fabulous!! Thank you so much for hosting! Here is my link to my party! Can't wait to go check out all the others!~Lisa
Happy Halloween

[A Forest Frolic]

Oh my Ms. V...you scared me silly this morning ;) Those treats sure look lovely...I'm heading your way now to eat some up! Your photos are amazing as ever ;)

We had a spooky little visitor, filled with magic and spells, come by last night too...whew, glad that over! Here is our party link...

http://aforestfrolic.typepad.com/a-forest-frolic/2010/10/a-fanciful-halloween-party.html

...seee you real soon my dears!

Jamie :)

[Belinda Mae]

V as usual you never disappoint the creative heart. You are wickedly talented and brilliantly blessed. However I must confess I ate far too may sweets and must walk your woods because my broom can't get off the ground. Remember to bring something to barter or trade when you pop over to A Magpie Halloween because I'm going to take you to Theodosia's Magical Emporium to snoop around.

[Michelle]

What a fantastically wonderful party! So much to take in! Thanks for hosting this Halloween party!

http://afineruffling.blogspot.com/2010/10/looking-to-hex-your-ex.html

[Sherry]

Vanessa,
This was wonderful! Hansel and Gretel was one of my favorite childhood stories. You did such a great job of telling this spooky little encounter in the woods. Very fun! Now come and visit my site to be a little haunted on a dark night.
Sherry
http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.com/2010/10/sleepy-hollow.html

[JoAnne]

Hi Vanessa,
By now I shouldn't be amazed by what you do, but I am! Another FABULOUS Halloween Party post!!!!!! Thanks so much for hosting this bash each year.I look forward to the magic.
xoJoAnne
http://vintagedragonfly.blogspot.com

[Ketutar]

OOOOH!!!
You just don't stop amazing me! Every visit here is a wonderful treat :-) Thank you.

It was such an exciting experience... such a pity I ripped my dress... but we weren't turned into trinkets or pumpkins! Phew!

[Fair Rosamund]

Absolutley wonderful party, I loved taking it all in! And that witch was so delightfully spooky!! :)

http://fairrosie.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party-time.html

[Kari]

Oh my gosh, Vanessa, you are magical indeed! Your pictures and tale are absolutely fabulous!! This was my first party and I had a ball! (Halloween ball that is) Thanks so much for hosting this.

http://embracinggraceeveryday.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party.html

[Krista Komis]

This was your best party yet!!! (I know, I know, I say that about every super fabulous party you have) You never cease to amaze!

Here's my party post http://komiscouture.typepad.com/komis-couture/2010/10/a-short-quaint-tale-of-a-halloween-adventure.html

What a wonderful Halloween celebration it has been! *cackle cackle*

:)
-Krista

[Theresa]

Oh dearest Vanessa! You are the enchantress of all enchantresses! This was beautiful - from start to finish. I am happy you decided to invite the witch to your party.
If you might come, I'd love to invite you to my humble offering - a little fable of a witch and her sweet new feathered friend.

http://faeriemooncreations.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-faerie-tale.html

Thank you for hosting and allowing me to play!
xoxo Theresa

[Tammy Sprinkle]

Ah a treat as always! I loved the setting and the lovely but scary witch. I do hope my wish comes true!
Here is my link, Vanessa and as always, thank you for hosting this party.
http://tammysprinkle.blogspot.com/2010/10/happy-halloween-party.html

[Nancy Van Hoose]

Absolutely awesome photos. Your creativeness astonishes the mind! Great job. Happy Haunting, Nancy

[Marilyn]

You set such a perfect stage and tell wonderful stories. I love visiting you here. I could picture being there with you, tasting.

[Sarah]

Oh Vanessa! What fun I have had at the fortune teller's place, though she was a little scary! Thank you for another wonderful party!
See you later at my neighbour's house!
http://circles-of-rain.blogspot.com/2010/10/mushroom-witches-and-fanciful-halloween.html
xx

[Papillon Bleu UK]

Am out of breath. Happy to have escaped and yet...I want to go there again!
Thank you V!!!!!
Much much much love to you!
XO
http://papillonbleuuk.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party.html

[Andrea at Opulent Cottage]

Delightful, V!!! Such a delicious party, it's going to be so much fun today! You are the ultimate hostess, my dear. Please come by when you can -
http://opulentcottage.typepad.com/opulentcottage/2010/10/halloween-party-2010.html
Love,
Andrea

[Maria-Thérèse]

Thank you for another wonderful party!!

Mine is poetry and a contest:

http://blog.afiori.com/2010/10/halloween-poetry-2010.html

YAY!

[Lenora Moore]

Wow - did I say wow! Love this beautiful party - it is stunning!Our party is up and running here is the link: http://lenorita-lenoramoore.blogspot.com/2010/10/graveyard-halloween-party.html

please join us in our magical graveyard!

L

[Keisha - Cupcake Wishes & Birthday Dreams]

What a ride! I love it! What fun!!! Those cupcakes looked irresistable too!

Here is a link to my party, Miss Vanessa!

http://cupcakewishesandbirthdaydreams.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party-2010.html

[Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions]

Spectacular, Vanessa! I am always entranced reading your tales! : ) Love the witch {or should I say old woman} and your decorations are just wonderful. I hope you get to enjoy it for longer than taking the pictures!

[Jennifer]

What an Enchanting Post!! Fly On By To My Party Here At:

1313 WitchWood Drive
http://wyldwytchcraft.blogspot.com/2010/10/my-fanciful-twist-halloween-blog-party.html

[Shinpai]

How sad I am, to have spent the last twenty minutes frolicking in the woods amidst orange fairy lights, exploring treasures and tasting sweets with you, to suddenly be brought back to my little chair in reality. My dear, you are a delight. Thank-you for being you!

Perhaps next year I shall be able to set off for my own adventure, and bring you along too!

[Lynda]

Yay that was sooo much fun! I love how you set it up and the witch was awesome :) You can see my post here: http://www.butterflydream27.blogspot.com

Thanks for hosting the party Vanessa!

[Maia]

Here is the link to my Halloween post:

http://maiastwinkleminiatures.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party-2010.html

I'll come back later to read your post and visit the other parties, I must have my witchy breakfast first. :)

[Jill James]

The lightning witch is mad again !
Amid the night and rain,
She streaks her skinny fingers down,
She strikes the tallest spires in town
And screams with wild disdain......

[Wende]

Oh V,
I had such a great adventure with you just now. Thank you ever so much for inviting me. I can always count on you for a wonderfully magical time. Please visit my party at the link below!

http://creativeartseatables.wordpress.com/

Much admiration,
Wende

[Marzel]

What a wonderous party!! Fantastic images as usual!!! Thank you for such a great party.

http://theplayoflightandshadow.blogspot.com/2010/10/welcome-to-happy-halloween-party-and.html

[Romeo and "her"]

Stopping by, here I am. It seems that in my timing I've missed the crowd. But purrhaps just as well....what's this....a cupcake they left behind? Or did the old woman make one just for me?!? And yes, I smell the love and with all this goodness what's not to love?!?! And the magic...oh the magic...it is in the trees and in the air.....oh my goodness it's EVERYWHERE!

But now I'm feeling nappish and so I should depart.....for I don't think it would be a good idea to fall asleep under the witch's cart!

Running and jumping and through the old woods....you'll come to a clearing.....stop? I think you should.....please....if you could....

http://confessionsofajunkyardcat.blogspot.com/2010/10/purrfect-halloween-adventure-awaits.html

[Wendy]

I still feel the effects of the treats and the whispers of magic...I'm so glad you were there with us or else who knows what would have happened? I love falling into these magic trances of stars and moonbeams with you. Thank you for this lovely party!

My kitties and I await your visit here:
http://www.yearcats.com/2010/10/15/cat-magic/

[Dajon]

Thanks Vanessa for hosting another magical
and enchanting party.
All those goodies look so tempting.
I have just returned from my time travels
and am now going to enjoy some of the other
parties.
Happy Halloween
love Dajon xx

http://dajondesigns.blogspot.com/2010/10/magical-trip-to-halloween-past.html

[Kelly Jeanette]

Ok, finally made it to the party! Such grand fun here at the fortune teller's place. I swirl and dance and nibble along with you.

Always a joy to attend your parties. They are all so magical and enchanting.

[Aurelia]

Happy Halloween Blog Party to everyone! I'm about to do my blog party viewing and mingle with you all :) I hope you enjoy my party post, I certainly enjoyed making it! :D

http://modernwomans.blogspot.com/2010/10/something-witchy-this-way-comes.html

[Molly]

What a grand adventure! And I could literally smell the sweets and roses like it was wafting right through my screen.

I must go back and read it again just to stop and stare at each photo and all the magnificent detail that just blows me away!

I had a bit of an adventure in my neck of the woods as well!

http://mollythepirate.blogspot.com/2010/10/once-told-tale.html

[kj]

how how how how how how how do you do this??????????

amazing amazing amazing.

girl, you throw the best parties. i wasn't scared. i trust you. i know your woods are safe.

but those cupcakes, vanessa. i ate too many. 13 to be exact. i had to find my way to your living room couch. and now i don't want to leave.

goodbye for now ms. email friend. yes, that was fun. another time too, oky doky?

love
kj

[dena miller]

Magical Vanessa!!!!
come visit me too at http://blogs.myspace.com/miladyleela
Happy Halloween!!!!!!

[Oma Linda]

We loved your magickal spell woven for your party attendees.
Ours was so long we split into 3 days. The grands and I had a wonderful time and will of course be doing it again......
Thanks for a lovely opportunity, Linda The Olde Bagg