Bonnie was having a Witches Party ---- I could hardly wait!
It was certain to be a great time!
When the big day finally arrived, I grabbed my hat and broom.
Then I grabbed a little Halloween gift I had picked up for our favorite Hostess Witch!
Look at the great recycle bag (or Trick or Treat Sack) I found at our local HY-VEE grocery store---for $1.50!!! It's in a Halloween theme and it makes the cutest (and reusable) gift bag!
Oh, and I grabbed THE STONE RABBIT, too!
Bonnie had told me her cat, K-MART, would have a special Pink surprise for him! Oh, he was so excited---he loves car rides, parties and surprises!!
THE STONE RABBIT and I pulled into the back drive of Bonnie's house and this is what greeted us!
Bonnie painted the"Jack" on the old screen and added fresh bittersweet to the top. Can you see the vintage Halloween light peeking from the window? And look at the great old bicycle parked on the other side of the corn stalks! Bonnie rides that a lot more now that the gas prices are so high! :)
What a festive grouping of seasonal decor!
We went up the wooden steps into her screened porch---there were great Halloween items everywhere! This delightful crow was waiting for us---decked out with a black and orange striped tie and perched atop a basket filled with little pumpkins and berries.
Bonnie had placed a decorated black feather tree on the porch, too!
Her home was decorated to the hilt in celebration of the season and the arrival of her "Black Hatted" guests!
A "candy apple" was displayed under a cloche!
Little skulls and skeletons were mixed in with Bonnie's display of Rodney Kent hammered aluminum pieces.
A glowing array of battery operated candles were encircled by a garland of bats!!!! All were arranged on a Rodney Kent hammered aluminum tray. (Did you pick up on a Rodney Kent collection here?---she got me hooked on it, too!)
Bonnie has her lap top on a great old desk in her living room---so THIS must be where she came up with some of her Witches Party ideas! That gal doesn't miss a trick! She's a computer savvy "Black Hatter"!!!
Uh oh, some of the other witches were arriving!
Here you see the dainty tootsies of Witch Laverne!!
Witch Marian must be given the "most decked out award" for this year's party. She even had long, black hairs coming out of a couple of facial warts!
Soon the pointy hatted ladies were circling around the spread of food. Besides Bonnie's soup and chili, we had these chips and a yummy rotelle dip---
and a very, very hot (but tasty) cheese spread on garlic toast!
We also had lots of other hearty food---witches must eat lots this time of the year to keep up our strength. This is our busy season!
Although many of us had "flown" for hours to get to the party and were extremely hungry, we cheerfully posed for this group photo---then we devoured our feast!
I am on the back row---far right and Bonnie, the "Witch Hostess with the Mostess" is standing next to me!
What a fine looking group of Black Hatters!
While the hungry witches savored their Halloween lunch, K-mart (Bonnie's cat) watched from a safe distance. He seemed a bit perplexed by the cackles and screeches coming from the boisterous group at first, then he disappeared.
Bonnie's other cat, appropriately named "BOO", kept his distance, too, while the commotion was going on in the kitchen. He is shown peeking in through the porch door---he's a bit stunned by what he sees!
Soon it was time to take ANOTHER group shot----this time the Black Hatters would be outside so the light would be better! We were certain our hats would stand out (and UP) in the spectacular sunlight!
We traipsed out back and assembled for the shot, but not until one more little Black Hatter joined us!
Sweet little K-mart had found his black hat and wanted to be in the group shot as well!
After a few attempts, the Black Hatters obtained a shot with all eyes open! Quite an accomplishment by this time of the day---even K-mart and THE STONE RABBIT look pretty pleased with themselves!
The Black Hatters went back inside for---dessert!
We had cupcakes and- - - - - -
cookies- - - - - - - - - -
and PIES (I didn't get a picture of THE PIES!!!), but, oh, were they scrumptious. What kind were they, you asked? They were Apple and Dutch Apple!
* * * * * * * * * *
As the Black Hatters wrapped up another Witches Party, they formed their traditional circle, each placing a dainty foot toward the center and chanted their fair well words:
Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay
My, oh my what a wonderful day!
Plenty of sunshine heading my way
Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay!
After most of the Black Hatters had left, K-mart asked THE STONE RABBIT to join him in the living room.
He had his little Pink surprise ready----it was his very own witches hat, but in PINK , and a little Rodney Kent bowl that was full of PINK peanut M&Ms!!!
THE STONE RABBIT was just thrilled to have received these lovely gifts from K-mart----he was speechless.
He did wonder why K-MART had selected PINK for his hat, however. K-MART then told him that he was a cancer survivor and felt a Pink hat would be perfect!
THE STONE RABBIT agreed!
Yes, indeed, K-mart had to have one of his hind legs removed several years ago because of cancer---and here he is! A beautiful and loving kitty---who still likes to run hop and play and purrs louder than any kitty around!
Laverne, one of Bonnie's longtime friends, shared that SHE was a breast cancer survivor of over 10 years!
What a beautiful lady (with and without her black hat!).
As THE STONE RABBIT and I were leaving, we thanked our Hostess with the Mostess for another terrific Witches Party!
Thank you Bonnie for all of your hard work in pulling off this grand event! She does call upon a few of her favorite spells and chants to get the job done, but, hey----whatever it takes!
For more Pink Saturday links, please visit Beverly's blog, HOW SWEET THE SOUND. You will be astounded at the amount of beautiful pinkness there is in this world!
Vanessa at A FANCIFUL TWISTis sharing soooooo many links to her "Fanciful Halloween Party"----you must include these visits in your Saturday fun too!!!
I hope you can find some time today, and in the next few days ahead, to visit links on Beverly's and Vanessa's blogs. They will be fun and entertaining and a great escape for you!!!!
DANA
Another great party, Dana!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | October 18, 2008 at 12:27 AM
Oh my gosh, what a fun party and great picture of you and all your friends. And I love the picture of K-mart with the stone rabbit, so sweet. Thank you for the smiles.
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | October 18, 2008 at 02:01 AM
Oh, I wish I lived where you live and could join in such a fun party! I loved all the photos and descriptions, and the darling little pink hat at the end. Thanks for sharing. :-) Stacey
Posted by: Stacey | October 18, 2008 at 03:31 AM
Hi Dana! what a pretty witches! and such a cute halloween decoration! I love it!
congrats! so cute post!
Happy pink saturday!
Marina
I hope you in my post!
Posted by: Marina Capano | October 18, 2008 at 04:46 AM
Wow that looks like it was so much fun .Tell Bonnie her house is beutiful.As always I have enjoyes your Saturday Pink Post.
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda | October 18, 2008 at 05:13 AM
Morning Dana,
You have the MOST FABULOUS group of friends!! What a fun party!!! Bonnie's home is BEAUTIFUL and I LOVE all of her Halloween decorations!!!
What a great post!!!!
Posted by: Darlene | October 18, 2008 at 05:29 AM
What wonderful witches whirl around. You are all quite worldly and beautiful witches. You can be certain I would behave myself with so many witches around.
Tell Bonnie her party was spectacular. You ladies are the best ever.
I'm touched by the friendship shared by all of you - and by K-mart and The Stone Rabbit. They are indeed supportive of a fantastic cause.
Posted by: Beverly | October 18, 2008 at 05:44 AM
What a fun event, great decorations! Happy pink Saturday!!
Posted by: Jen @ Rosey Little Things | October 18, 2008 at 06:07 AM
I want friends like yours! It sounds (and looks) like you all had a wonderful time. Your friend's home is Boo-tiful! Her cats are too! I love reading about all of your adventures!
take care,
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | October 18, 2008 at 06:38 AM
You and the Black Hatters look like you have so much fun. All the shoes cast a spell on me!
I love all the food signs!
Can I have some recipes?...Hell Dip sounds like just the fire I need.
Bookmarking you so I can visit often!
Elizabeth
Posted by: elizabeth | October 18, 2008 at 07:11 AM
You girls really know how to have a good time! What a fabulous party and wonderful post! I might have to steal some of your hostesses ideas :0)
have a great weekend.
Posted by: ellen b | October 18, 2008 at 07:13 AM
Dana, I was reading the looooong list of Halloween partiers and spotted yours. Yeh! I found someone I knew. Bonnie's party was a hoot. I hope I can visit some of your wonderful friends when we go to MO. You all looked, pardon me, so witchy. I am glad you included a cancer survivor. That was a great touch. I especially like the stone rabbit's pink hat. I think he is very proud of his hat. So what if he is a 'boy.' I always enjoy your posts so much. Have a great weekend and thank you for your sweet comments on Friday's post.
Hugs, Jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | October 18, 2008 at 07:33 AM
What a great partaay! I don't know which witch was the most bewitching! I love Bonnie's house and that screen she painted is fab-u-lous! Please tell Bonnie to fly down here and cast a magic spell on my house...HPS to you and all your witchy friends too, Dana.....:)Nancy
Posted by: [email protected] | October 18, 2008 at 07:52 AM
Happy Pink Saturday and Halloween!
Love your shoes and hat, what a wonderful post!
~ Gabriela ~
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | October 18, 2008 at 08:06 AM
WOW, I would love to have been a "black hatter" too!!! What a truly fabulous PARTY!!! I am envious...Bonnie is so ingenious!! And I love your stone rabbit and the pink hat...too clever! Happy Halloween to all!
Posted by: betzie | October 18, 2008 at 08:21 AM
You gals sure know how to party! What fun, Dana! Happy Saturday. xo Cat ^..^
Posted by: Cathy Santarsiero | October 18, 2008 at 08:23 AM
And a marvelous time was had by all! That looks like so much fun. You ladies really did it up fine!
Posted by: g | October 18, 2008 at 08:26 AM
Dana
I will be sure to call you up to ride in my pink caddy!!
Love your post today. I needed a good laugh and you pulled it off again. Rabbit is so lucky to have you as a mom.
Happy Pink Saturday
Claudie
Posted by: Claudie | October 18, 2008 at 08:32 AM
I love the Witches party! I'm going to steal, I mean borrow, a few of her ideas for my Witches Tea THIS Friday.
The Stone Rabbit's pink hat is absolutely perfect.
I'm glad your teeth arrived safely! :)
Posted by: Donna | October 18, 2008 at 08:37 AM
This looks like the most FUN party! What a blast! I am impressed with all those witchy costumes and hats!
Love the pink witches hat for the Stone Bunny! And the M&Ms of course!
Kady
Posted by: Kady | October 18, 2008 at 09:41 AM
OMG- what a hoot! This is one of my fave stops of Vanessa's Blog Party-Goers. Who wouldn't love that pink witches hat for the Stone Rabbit! OMG! And I'm glad K-mart joined the Black Hat Society too! TeeHee! I loved the photo of the pointy shoes and the circle of all of the ladies! *squeals*
I brought some enchanted faerie dust in case there were roaches on Stone Rabbit this time. I couldn't bear the thought so I brought some magikal fae dust to freeze them and give them to a neighbor witchy-poo for her brew she's making!
I truly enjoyed my stop here!
Bibbity bobbity boo.... You've been enchanted!
*sprinkle sprinkle*
~A~
Posted by: AwtemNymf | October 18, 2008 at 09:59 AM
What a delightful group of witches! Looks like loads of fun! I love all of the decorations.
If your head is spinning from all of the spells at the various parties, swing by my place for some brain tonic and three witches brew. Vincent Price is waiting to read you a story. Do stop by!
Happy {early} Halloween!
Posted by: Kathryn - Collage Diva | October 18, 2008 at 10:16 AM
Dana, Somehow you manage to top yourself week after week and keep us all entertained. You ladies make a very fetching group. You are so lucky to have a group of friends like that. Fabulous post Dana. I didn't do Pink Saturday but I did participate in Vanessa's party. Come visit. xo Lynn
Posted by: Lynn@thevintagenest | October 18, 2008 at 10:38 AM
What a wonderful party!! You gals look like you were having so much fun!
Happy Hallow E'en!
Posted by: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | October 18, 2008 at 10:59 AM
I love the hats and the treats were just yummy!!
Nice to meet you!!
Happy Halloween
Posted by: CARRIE West | October 18, 2008 at 11:07 AM
I swear...you and your friends really know how to throw a bash!! I loved this...I was sitting here wishing I had a black hat and could have been a party crasher! And the stone rabbit looks mighty pleased with himself!
Posted by: nikki | October 18, 2008 at 11:16 AM
What a wonderful, wonderful party. I am in awe of all the details involved the party. I love the witches' shoes! I love their hats! I don't know what else to say. I'm speechless. Happy Pink Saturday.
Sweetie
Posted by: Sweetie | October 18, 2008 at 11:44 AM
Happy Pink Saturday and Halloween! What fun!
Blessings, Virginia
Posted by: Virginia | October 18, 2008 at 12:14 PM
You just have a way of making everything so fun with your stone rabbit.
What a great party.
Becky
Posted by: Becky | October 18, 2008 at 01:22 PM
What an enchanting party and what a comely coven! Wait, what's that noise I hear in the sky? Why it must be the Black Hatters swooping in to the Sleepy Hollow Soiree for moonlight madness and dancing under the stars!
Posted by: Katherine McCullen | October 18, 2008 at 01:38 PM
I like the photos with the "witches" on !! How great to have fun and get dressed up even you're not kids anymore !!
greetings from belgium
Inge
web.me.com/pinkepinke
Posted by: inge Bekaert | October 18, 2008 at 01:46 PM
I love this story!!
All the witches, the cat's and spells!!
Thanks for sharing.
come on over to my place and sit a spell..we witches need to stick together!!!
Happy Halloween
Posted by: cinnibonbon | October 18, 2008 at 01:57 PM
What a fabulously fun post! Looks like you all had a blast.
The pink witches hat on Stone Rabbit is adorable.
Happy Pink Saturday!
K-
Posted by: Kim | October 18, 2008 at 02:38 PM
Wow what a fun and exciting party that looked like. Love all your costumes and the decorations were awesome!
Posted by: Joy | October 18, 2008 at 02:39 PM
omg! The cat with the hat! The socks and the tombstone food! *stunned*
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Posted by: Maria-Therese | October 18, 2008 at 02:48 PM
It looks like it was a simply wonderful party! The food looked great and everyone's outfits were super! What fun and I'm glad TSR had a good time. He looks good in pink!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | October 18, 2008 at 02:55 PM
What a wickedly fun party your ghouls er girls had!! How often do the 10 of you get together? Seems like I've seen those 10 footsies before.....
Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
Posted by: Stephanie | October 18, 2008 at 03:33 PM
Oh Dana Dear, what FUN!!!! Someday your picture of ya gals will be vintage and will end up being a card! LOL! The best!!!!!
Hugs,
Maryjane
Posted by: Maryjane | October 18, 2008 at 03:57 PM
And what a wonderful ground of black hatter you seem to be. Your yard is amazing, I love the decorations. And your snacks look delicious.
Happy haunting,
T
Posted by: Theresa | October 18, 2008 at 04:03 PM
Oh Dana, now I really want to live next door!!! What a great party, decorations and that little stone rabbit stole the show again with that little pink witch hat. I love this post, and I love those SHOES!!! WITCHIE CHOO SHOES, I say! Happy Halloween. Karen
Posted by: karen | October 18, 2008 at 05:30 PM
Hi Dana,
You black hat ladies look like you know how to have a great time. It looks like a great party!
Glad to see that the Stone Rabbit was happy!
Posted by: Diane@A Picture is worth.... | October 18, 2008 at 05:38 PM
Hi Dana!
What fun you and your friends have all the time! A witch's party is such a great idea, and Bonnie made everything look so good!
K-Mart is a beautful cat --I'm so happy he survived cancer, and congrats to Laverne for being a 10 year survivor!
Happy Pink Saturday and Happy Halloween party day too!
Hugs, Pat
Posted by: Pat | October 18, 2008 at 06:38 PM
That was GREAT! I loved every minute of it.
The cat is absolutely adorable!
Happy nightmares,
Daydreamer :)
Posted by: Daydreamer :) | October 18, 2008 at 06:54 PM
Hi Dana! I've decided you have more fun than I do! What a fun day you all must have had! Love the group pictures, those kitties and Stone Rabbit in his pink hat!!
Have a beautiful weekend,
Shelia ;)
Posted by: Shelia | October 18, 2008 at 07:48 PM
I love your Witches party! Your pictures look like they are from a magezine...just wonderful!!
Posted by: Connie | October 18, 2008 at 08:37 PM
oooh! love the witchy shoes and wish i could have been there.. with witchy company de-lish snacks and kitties how can the party not be fun?! thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Debra Schoch | October 18, 2008 at 09:05 PM
Thanks for a great blog of our witches party. With so many wonderful witchy friends, how could our party be anything but super! The picture of K-Mart turned out really good. I think he could pose for a hallmark card. along of course with TSR.
Bonnie
Posted by: Bonnie | October 18, 2008 at 09:22 PM
What a fun post! I am "bewitched" and I love this idea! Hope you don't mind if I borrow a few ideas.....Robyn
Posted by: Robyn | October 18, 2008 at 10:35 PM
I am enchanted by your Halloween Party with The Mad Hatters. Looks like you all had a wonderful time.
Posted by: Shell | October 19, 2008 at 12:17 AM
This looks like such a fun party. I would have loved to have been a fly on the wall so many witches in one place. Wherever did you park all of those brooms. LOL Have a great Halloween Deb
Posted by: Debbie Crabtree | October 19, 2008 at 05:34 AM
Hi Dana,
Oh what a funny party it looks like you and your lovely friends had. Seeing all of your great pictures and reading your lovely post made me feel like I was there enjoying it with you.
Happy Belated Pink Saturday!!
Posted by: Kim | October 19, 2008 at 07:34 AM
What a great post! Such fun! How sneaky of you to save the pink part for last. I kept wondering what the pink surprise was.
Posted by: Linnea | October 19, 2008 at 08:22 AM
Dana, you all really know how to have a good time. And the decor photos were so inspiring!
Posted by: joy | October 19, 2008 at 08:54 AM
What fun treats you have here to share with all of those cute witches! Looks like you had a spooktacular time. Thanks for all the goodies!!
Posted by: Debbbie Egizio | October 19, 2008 at 09:38 AM
What an absolutely fantastic party you all enjoyed. I was delighted to have had this short visit with you all, but wished I could actually be there in person. It must have been a hoot!
Posted by: Celestial Charms | October 19, 2008 at 09:59 AM
As always, I'm not disappointed. Great post, great party!
enjoy your weekend
Posted by: Rechelle | October 19, 2008 at 10:24 AM
Oh My goodness goodness gooodnes!! This is too muchfun!! i wish I had been there!! What a blast, and the kitties too!! i want to join thepointed hat society!!!! I want I want ;) ;) cackle cackle!! Awesome decor too!!
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | October 19, 2008 at 02:17 PM
Wonderful photographs. I like the pussycat in the hat! X
Posted by: The Vintage Kitten | October 19, 2008 at 04:06 PM
Hi Dana :)
You gals just make me smile and laugh. You always have so much fun and it shows :)
Love all the food... yum!! The Stone rabbit's hat is darling on him too.
(((hugs)))
rue
Posted by: rue | October 19, 2008 at 05:19 PM
Looks like a great time was had by all! Such a sweet kitty too! : D
c
Posted by: Cindy | October 19, 2008 at 06:19 PM
A fabulous Halloween party
featuring the Black Hatters
and kitties! I enjoyed the foodies and decorations! :)
Posted by: Jewelgirl | October 19, 2008 at 08:03 PM
What a wonderful fun time you, the other ladies and Stone Rabbit must have had. He looks well pleased with his friends and the party..
Posted by: CC | October 19, 2008 at 08:11 PM
What a Beautiful bunch of witches!
Happy Halloween!
Sandra
Posted by: Sandra Evertson | October 19, 2008 at 09:41 PM
What fun and inspiration...I plan on having a Black Hat Party next year. Wonderful idea and I loved the food picks.
Happy Halloween...Ramona
Posted by: Ramona | October 19, 2008 at 09:49 PM
What a wonderful party, it sure looks like you all had a great time.... and the stone rabbit is beautiful.
Happy early Halloween from Norway
Posted by: Moonfairy | October 20, 2008 at 01:18 AM
Now that's my kind of party! How lucky for you to have such an amazing group of friend!!
Happy Halloween!
Posted by: melissa | October 20, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Good morning Dana!
I tagged you to do a Photo Tag! Hope you can join in!
Hugs, Pat
Posted by: Pat | October 20, 2008 at 10:06 AM
Oh my stars. This looks like the most fantastic party I've ever seen.
Posted by: Liz | October 20, 2008 at 12:45 PM
Hi~
What a joyful post! So much fun. The group shot of those lovely ladies is the best, but the kitties are darn cute, too.
Donna
Posted by: The Decorated House | October 21, 2008 at 08:41 AM
Hi Dana,
Wow, looks like fun.....
you have the most fabulous group of friends.....
thanks for sharing Pat H
Posted by: Pat H | October 21, 2008 at 03:55 PM
Dana~Thanks so, so, so much for taking us along!!! Oh what fun friends you have!!! What a blessing!!! I'm so happy for you! I love The Stone Rabbit's pink hat gift!
Have a wonderful night!
Kim
Posted by: Kim V | October 21, 2008 at 04:05 PM
Sorry I'm late in dropping by! It's taking me awhile to work myself through the party list!
you have a wonderful blog!
Feel free to stop by to say Hi! I'm having a fun give away!
~Michelle
Posted by: michelle cummings | October 21, 2008 at 04:22 PM
Good evening, sweet Dana!! :) I love your Halloween items. My favorite is what looks like a tall/skinny chalk board and the witch's shoes....sweet! :) Hope you're having a good week.
Much love to you!
Posted by: Alexandra | October 21, 2008 at 05:46 PM
That looks like My Kind of Party!!
When you get a chance, would you mind emailing your address? You were chosen as one of my giveaway winners!
=]
Posted by: MizSmoochie | October 21, 2008 at 08:21 PM
I can't believe you all got to have so much fun at a real witches party - I'm sooooo envious. In a good way of course. You all look fantastic in your party black! I have a three legged kitty too. She lost it shortly after birth and does quite well. Her name is Cosmo but we also call her Tripod.
Posted by: Laume | October 22, 2008 at 09:17 PM
Hello Dana, I have had trouble all day with posting and commenting. I hope this goes through. Blogger changed their commenting system and what a mess. lol.
I stopped in to tell you I tagged you. If you have done this, ignore it please. I had fun with it. Hope all is well at your end of the world.
Love... Jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | October 23, 2008 at 04:32 PM
Fabulous photos Dana - love the stone rabbit but I think the puddy cat stole the show this time ;-)
Posted by: Rachael Rabbit | October 23, 2008 at 06:45 PM
I am SOOO late visiting your Halloween party - but it looks like you gals had the BESTEST time ever!! What sweet kitties - and I loved the crow - Stone Rabbit is quite a looker in the pink witch hat - loved it all!!!...Donna
Posted by: An Enchanted Cottage | October 24, 2008 at 11:34 PM
Oh my, I have enjoy this post! I love all the hats! nancy
Posted by: Nancy | October 25, 2008 at 06:57 PM
Hey Dana! It looks like you witches had a great time! LOL! Love the costumes and the shoes are really cute. I love the kitty's with their cute hats too. What a fun post!
xoxo,
Queenie
Posted by: somewhereintime-christie | October 27, 2008 at 03:18 PM