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6 Creative Halloween Party Cocktail Concoctions

Your trick-or-treating days may be over but you’re never too old for Halloween! Plan an adults-only costume party and celebrate this spellbinding holiday in style.

In addition to some scary-good décor and frightful finger foods, you’ll also want a drink menu that is both creepy and classy. Stock your bar cabinets and achieve bewitching balance with these cocktail concoctions.

Are you read to host a Halloween party that is sure to be spooktacular? Keep scrolling for a few of our favorite Halloween drink recipes and all of the ingredients you’ll want to keep in your bar room and kitchen before the big event.

Spooky Sangria

Take your favorite recipe for red sangria and just add blood oranges. The rich color of this citrus fruit will make a glass of wine fit for a ghoul.

From your bar cabinets:

Brandy
Dry Spanish Red Wine
Club Soda (optional)

From the kitchen:

Fruit (blood oranges, apples, and anything else you’d like)
Orange and Lemon Juice
Sugar

Black Magic

We’re all about Halloween hocus pocus, so we had to include this shimmering, spooky libation from Elle Talk. Made with boo-zy black vodka and pearl dust, your guests will be wondering about this mysterious and magical Halloween cocktail all night long.

From your bar cabinets:

Black Vodka (not always available but known to pop up on shelves in October)
Simple Syrup
Lime Juice

From the craft store:

White Edible Pearl Dust

Hard Cider Pumpkin Float

Treat your guests to something sweet with this fall-inspired dessert drink from Dine & Delish. Made with two simple ingredients, this is an easy cocktail to whip up after dinner that will also satisfy your guests’ sweet tooth (and pumpkin spice cravings).

From your bar cabinets:

Hard Pumpkin Cider or Ale (recipe recommends Woodchuck Reserve Pumpkin Cider)

From your kitchen:

Ice Cream (recipe recommends Talenti Pumpkin Pie Gelato)

Pirate Punch

You might find an eyeball or two in your cup of pirate punch—but don’t be afraid to take a bite. This spiked fruit punch contains lychees stuffed with berries for a spooky sight. Follow this punch recipe from Food and Wine (or whip up your favorite fruity punch) and then add one or two berry-stuffed lychees per serving.

From your bar cabinets:

Rum
Lime Juice
Simple Syrup

From your kitchen:

Lychees
Lychee Syrup
Berries

Candy Corn Jell-O Shots

These Jell-O shots from That’s So Michelle taste like a Creamsicle and looks like your favorite Halloween candy. Fair warning: assembly takes a little patience, so be ready to put on your craft hat when preparing this menu item.

From your bar cabinets:

Vodka (recipe recommends Pinnacle whipped cream flavored vodka)

From the kitchen:

Orange Jell-O
Oranges
Coconut Milk
Gelatin
Sugar

Glowing Gin Cocktail

If your party doesn’t glow in the dark, is it even a Halloween party? We decided to ditch the stick-on wall art for this Delish drink instead. Get out the black light and reveal the ghostly white glow of this classic gin cocktail.

From your bar cabinets:

Gin
Lemon Juice
Grenadine
Tonic Water

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How To Design The Craft Room You Have Always Craved

Are you a DIY devotee, a fixer of all things, or a lover of the arts? If you take any opportunity to let your creative side out, there’s a good chance you’ve been craving the addition of a craft room in your home.

Whether you have an entire room ready for redecorating or a lonely corner just waiting to be transformed, carving out a space for crafting is a lot easier than you think. Willow Lane Cabinetry offers many different types of cabinets that are perfect for designing a craft station in your home. Our professional design team will even help you by creating a customized layout, photorealistic renderings of your design, and an itemized price list of everything you’ll need. Keep reading for some inspiration on how an everyday office cabinet can help you build the perfect craft room for your home and hobbies.

Sewing Room

With the fall season underway, those with a knack for fashion and sewing are probably contemplating Halloween costume ideas for themselves, children, or pets! A sewing room could give you the space you need to come up with different clothing ideas all year long.

Scrapbooking

The art of scrapbooking may seem silly to some, now with social media taking storm. But there is nothing more magical than printing your memories and being able to cherish them for years to come. With the right types of cabinets and inside cabinet organizers, you can create the perfect station for storing your photos and scrapbooking supplies. With the right tools, you’ll be able to record every event, occasion, and year while really sharpening your scrapbooking skills.

Card Making

Photos also make the most beautiful cards and there is something so special about a handmade greeting card from someone you love. If your creative talents have led you to card making, think about the possibilities with an entire room dedicated to your craft. From beautiful photo front cards to stamps and calligraphy, you could deliver the most heartfelt holiday, birthday and “just because” cards to your closest friends and family.

Jewelry Design

Making your own jewelry for friends or as a business is such a fulfilling pastime. There are so many different avenues to explore from engraving to beading. While jewelry making can be messy, a craft room or station allows you to keep your equipment and supplies all in one spot.

Drawing or Painting Studio

What if behind your office cabinet doors you found paint and brushes? Imagine a room with endless artistic supplies and a large table or easel for you to put your imagination to paper. That dream can easily be your reality with a craft room specifically created for drawing or painting.

Kid’s Art Station

If your kids love art as much as you do, why not set up a general crafting station for everyone in the family to enjoy? You can stock your cabinets will all kinds of art supplies and have endless fun after school and on weekends.

Garage Turned Workspace

It’s not uncommon for a garage to offer some unused space perfect for a setting up a workstation. Whether you like woodworking, engine building, or just tinkering around, by installing cabinets and adding the right furniture you can turn your garage into an actual shop.

How To Design An HGTV Inspired Kitchen

If you’ve ever fallen into a long and enchanting HGTV binge watch, there’s no need to preface the allure of the kitchens seen there. With every “i” dotted and “t” crossed, no detail is ever left undone.

How amazing would it be to have that same show-stopping effect in real life? While a screen-worthy kitchen may seem out of reach now, we’re here to help make your HGTV fantasy a reality in your home.

At Willow Lane Cabinetry, we offer free room design services to help you achieve your perfect kitchen in just a few clicks. To get started, fill out the contact form and click, Submit. Once we receive your request, we will assign you a personal design specialist who will walk you through every step of your kitchen remodel.

Whether you’re debating between white cabinets or gray kitchen cabinets, or can’t decide if that wine rack will look right with your layout, we can help. Your free kitchen design includes a custom layout, photorealistic renderings (so you know exactly what your choices will look like in your space), and an itemized list with everything you need and how much it costs. While we can’t send the Property Brothers over to your house, we like to think we’re the next best thing.

While you’re waiting to be connected with your design specialist, start browsing and have a few top styles in mind. Our favorite options for an HGTV inspired kitchen are our medium color and white cabinets. You’ll see a diverse selection of finishes including blue, green, beige, and gray kitchen cabinets. Styles range from traditional to modern and there is a cabinetry set for every taste.

If at any point you find yourself stuck between two similar styles, just request a sample. Sometimes seeing the style and finish in real life is necessary to make your final decision, so we make ordering samples as easy as possible. Just order the samples you want, and when you are done, ship them back to us. We will refund your purchase less return shipping and you will have a clear idea of which cabinets will look best in your home.

Creating a “need and love” list is another good exercise to complete before we start designing. One reason why the homeowners on HGTV are always so pleased with their new kitchen is that it’s as functional as it is beautiful. It’s important to take some time to think about the way you currently use your kitchen and where there is room for improvement. Jot down what you would need to have a perfectly functional kitchen. Then, let your mind wander to the wow factors that really stood out to you in the kitchens you’ve seen on your favorite shows. Maybe it’s a breakfast bar kitchen island or a wet bar. Write down what you would love to have if there were no limits to your remodel.

Knowing what you need to achieve your perfect kitchen and what would take it to the next level will help us create the perfect HGTV inspired design for your home and budget. There’s a reason Willow Lane Cabinetry has been featured on both DIY Network and HGTV — now, find out why for yourself!

8 Reasons To Go Gray With Gorgeous Gray Kitchen Cabinets

In our recent blog, 3 Reasons Why White Cabinets Are A Wonderful Choice, we talked about the universal and timeless appeal of white kitchens. With that said, there are other equally lovely options that offer the neutrality of white — with a little something extra. According to Better Homes & Gardens, “Gray is the neutral of the moment… with no signs of cooling off.”

Don’t be afraid to go gray! Here are gorgeous gray kitchen cabinets that are on point and potentially perfect for your home.

Midtown Shaker

This sophisticated collection combines the clean, classic lines of Shaker style with a modern gray finish. In addition to dark and white cabinets, Midtown Shaker cabinets come in Dark Gray, Light Gray, or a painted graphite gray finish.

Natural Gray Shaker

Also in the Shaker style, our Natural Gray kitchen cabinets feature a stunning medium-gray stain and full overlay doors. Crafted from solid birch, these cabinets will stand the test of time thanks to a waterborne UV finish by Sherwin Williams.

Heather Gray Shaker

With recessed square panel doors and a lovely gray stain that highlights the natural wood grain, Heather Gray Shaker cabinets have a rustic feel that will warm the heart of the home.

Highland Dove Gray

Painted in an exquisite Sherwin Williams finish, these raised panel cabinets combine traditional elements with contemporary style, making Highland Dove Gray a perfect choice for any space.

Union Gray

With recessed panel doors and a matching drawer fronts, plus a durable catalytic conversion topcoat, our Union Gray kitchen cabinets have a slightly modern touch that is perfect for transitional homes. Pair with Union White cabinets for a trendy, two-tone look.

Roosevelt

The Roosevelt collection has options in both a light Dove Gray and a deeper Steel Gray. Well crafted with an exceptional painted finish, these gray kitchen cabinets are classy and quite distinctive.

Society Shaker

The Society Shaker Series comes in several tasteful hues, including Dove Gray and Steel Gray. Both options feature quality craftsmanship, with solid maple doorframes and a full overlay design. Simplicity at its finest.

Providence

If you think our Providence White cabinets are wonderful, you should see this collection in Natural Gray or Slate Gray. Made from Eucalyptus Grandis, the entire Providence series is uniquely gorgeous, with beautiful wood graining and a universally appealing recessed square door style.

If you are building or remodeling and are curious to see how gray kitchen cabinets would look in your home, contact the expert designers at Willow Lane Cabinetry and take advantage of our free online kitchen and room design service.

5 Unique And Beautiful Tile Ideas For The Bathroom

If you’re looking for beautiful tile to complement your bathroom cabinets, we have five unique ideas that will suit a variety of tastes and styles. Whether you need new flooring, countertops or backsplashes, we have the perfect option for your home. Keep scrolling to discover five breathtaking tiles that will transform your bathroom.

Arabescato Carrara 1″ Hexagon Honed Marble Tile

This hexagon-patterned tile looks beautiful on floors, countertops, and walls. The honed marble has a medium sheen, which gives it diversity and the ability to fit well into a range of bathroom designs — especially when coordinating with other tile. Featuring multiple shades of white and gray, this tile has a random variation in tone, which creates an almost whimsical finish when fully installed. It also enhances white, grey, or black bathroom cabinets beautifully.

Black and White Pebbled Marble Tile

Create a one-of-a-kind look in your bathroom with this truly unique black and white pebbled tile in a tumbled pattern. While it can be used traditionally for flooring, vanity countertops, or as a backsplash, its rare form also makes it the perfect material for accents installed under the bath tub, on a single wall, or in the shower. With an outdoorsy feel, this tile can help you create your perfect tropical oasis indoors or solidify a spa inspired bathroom theme.

Carrara White Basketweave Marble Tile

Not your everyday marble tile, this style incorporates frosty white and grey hues in a breathtaking basketweave pattern. Imported from Italy, it delivers all of the classic elements of Carrara marble with a modern twist. Add visual interest and movement by installing this tile to backsplashes, countertops, and floors. If the alluring design doesn’t catch your eye, the sparkling polished finished surely will.

Dove Gray Arabesque 8mm Mosaic Tile

Arabesque tile features one of the most alluring patterns and has gained increased popularity in the past few years. This particular style is cut from ceramic tile and is finished with a glossy sheen. In a medium-gray tone, it maintains neutrality and doesn’t take away from the striking design. To add an additional element of awe, consider installing this tile with a contrasting white grout. Suitable for a variety of uses, this tile will work brilliantly as a backsplash, countertop, floor, shower, or accent area.

Arabescato Carrara Tile With Black Marble Basket Weave

Another noteworthy basketweave tile from Willow Lane Cabinetry is this Arabescato Carrara with stunning black accents. This marble tile can be installed anywhere in the bathroom you want to add some standout style. With the traditional whites and grays of classic Carrara, this tile has a wow-factor with the addition of black. Very complementary of contemporary design, this mosaic tile looks especially extraordinary in a black and white bathroom or incorporated into a clean, modern theme.

Browse more beautiful tile ideas and flooring options that will complement your bathroom cabinets and enhance your home at Willow Lane Cabinetry. Your dream bathroom is just a few clicks away!

Magnificent Ways To Incorporate Marble In The Kitchen

A natural stone backsplash, countertop or flooring can add layers of modern elegance to your kitchen. We especially love the look of marble. With its swirls and specks of cool grey or warm brown, it creates a unique piece of artwork right in the heart of the home. But some home designers will advise to limit marble to low-traffic areas. While natural stone is scratch and stain prone, it is possible to use marble in high traffic areas like the kitchen as long as you are okay with a little upkeep — or like the story a bit of wear and tear tells.

Are you ready to bring this natural stone into your kitchen design? Discover a few magnificent ways to incorporate marble in the kitchen.

Marble Tile Backsplash

A natural stone backsplash is such an eye-catching addition to a modern kitchen design. At Willow Lane Cabinetry, we have a few selections to choose from that will blend in beautifully with your cabinets.

Carrara White Basketweave Backsplash

This polished marble is imported from Italy and features a decorative basketweave pattern in frosty white and grey hues. The tiles arrive in mesh-mounted sheets for easy installation and have a water absorption of less than 0.5%, which make them safe for backsplashes, countertops and flooring.

Arabescato Carrara with Black Marble Basketweave Pattern

Another beautiful basketweave patterned backsplash is this Arabescato Carrara. In addition to the traditional grey and white tones, this tile also features black accents that make the marble really pop.

Quartzite Countertops

While marble offers a very rare type of beauty, it is not without flaws. When a homeowner is set on the look of natural stone countertops, but worries about the upkeep and longevity, quartzite is a great alternative. Quartzite won’t etch like marble, yet the resemblance to marble is uncanny. In fact, most people are unable to recognize any difference at all.

For reference, take a look at the quartzite countertops from Willow Lane Cabinetry. You’ll see how the natural variation in design and pattern creates a unique look much like marble. Installed already sealed, these countertops are scratch, heat and stain resistant. The sealer even comes with a lifetime limited warranty and no resealing is ever required on your part.

Marble Tile Flooring

When installed and sealed properly, marble can make your floors truly breathtaking. Two of our top styles from Willow Lane Cabinetry are the Carrara White Subway Tile and Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Patterned Tile.

Carrara White Subway Tile

This 6” x 12” Carrara Subway Tile is a favorite for flooring because of its subtle grey veins and polished finish. Italian Carrara marble comes in a variety of different sizes, but we have a soft spot for this subway tile in kitchen floors.

Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Patterned Tile

Another magnificent marble flooring option is the Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Pattern. This style features a soft white background, with marble’s iconic grey swirls and veins, and a honed finished. Your order will arrive with a mesh backing for easy installation.

Keep Your Kitchen Looking Like New With Proper Maintenance

No matter what material you use in the kitchen, it is always a good rule of thumb to wipe away water or spills as quickly as possible. Avoid abrasive cleaning products or tools (a soft cloth, a little baking soda, and some warm water can usually do the job). Don’t put hot pots or pans on the countertop, always use a cutting board when slicing or dicing, and use cup holders regularly.

5 Fabulous Frozen Cocktail Ideas For Late Summer

With summer nearing its end, there’s no better time to unwind with your favorite cocktail in frozen form. Whether you’re enjoying your beverage outside or in the A/C — cocktails that incorporate fresh, seasonal fruit are sure to quench your thirst! Be sure to keep your bar cabinets stocked with summer essentials, and enjoy these fabulous frozen cocktails before summer passes us by.

Piña Colada

“If you like Piña Coladas” — then whip one up today! This summer staple makes you feel like you’re on a tropical vacation in your own backyard. Simply blend rum, fresh pineapple chunks, coconut cream, and freshly squeezed lime juice with ice, and enjoy one of the greatest frozen cocktails of all time.

Frozen Margarita

A classic drink that you can easily make at home; put a spin on the traditional Frozen Margarita by adding seasonal fruit to the mix. Experiment with mango, watermelon, or strawberries, along with tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed lime juice, and ice.

Frozen Daiquiri

The perfect adult beverage to sip by the pool, add the fresh fruit of your choice to Frozen Daiquiris. Blend strawberries, peaches, or banana with rum, lime juice, ice and simple syrup. Click here for a Simple Syrup recipe from Food & Wine.

Mojito Slushy

The ultimate summer refresher, Mojitos are made by by mixing white rum, soda water, fresh muddled mint, and freshly squeezed lime juice. For a fun twist, blend these ingredients with ice for a Mojito Slushy — a refreshing way to beat the heat.

Wine Slushy

It’s the simple things that make life sweet. This frozen adult beverage starts with your favorite wine (red or white). Just add ice and blend — what could be easier or more refreshing? The perfect cocktail for late summer get-togethers, opt for Sangria and add some fresh summer fruit, as well. Peaches pair well with white Sangria, and citrus fruits with red.

Savor the last few weeks of summer, and keep your bar cabinets stocked with everything you need to whip up these fabulous frozen cocktails when friends come to call. For a family-friendly gathering, blend up any of these beverages minus the alcohol (for the Wine Slushy, use grape juice as a substitute). Decorate glasses with summery garnishes (think fruit wedges and mint sprigs), little umbrellas, and salt/sugar rims.

5 Advantages of an Open Concept Kitchen

If you’ve been lusting over the look of an open concept kitchen but aren’t quite sure if the pros outweigh the cons of renovating, keep scrolling! We’re sharing all of the reasons we love an open concept kitchen and how this new design can improve your home and life.

Cook More, Stress Less

Being able to see your living room and dining room from behind your kitchen counter can be life changing. If you have young kids running around or teenagers doing homework at the table, you know the need to be in two places at once.

If your closed in kitchen makes meal prep stressful, an open concept kitchen could solve all of your worries. This design will allow you to cook in the kitchen and still keep your eye on your kids in the other room.

Brighten Things Up

With fewer walls, natural light is able to travel freely from one room to the next. Your home will become brighter, airier, and more open. Homeowners with this type of kitchen design also notice that their kitchen feels bigger than it did before.

If you wish your dark, small, or crowded kitchen was brighter, bigger, and more open, an open concept design could be the solution you’ve been seeking.

Be The Host With The Most

If cocktail and dinner parties are one of your favorite pastimes, an open concept kitchen will take your hosting abilities to the next level. Guests will be able to move effortlessly from one room to the other — and can even hold a conversation with someone in the kitchen while standing in the living room! Serving food and drinks also becomes more seamless with your countertop or kitchen island being accessible from both sides.

If entertaining is a top priority, this modern kitchen design will surely make you the host with the most, especially if you add in some bar cabinets!

Increase Storage And Stay Organized

In addition to making your kitchen feel more open, an open concept design also allows you to transform “dead space” into storage solutions. What once was just a wall will be converted into additional countertop and cabinet space or a freestanding kitchen island.

If you find yourself short on countertop space or desperately needing more cabinets for storage, remodeling your kitchen could solve this problem and help you stay more organized.

Bring On The Breakfast Bar

One of the best and most used features in an open concept kitchen is the breakfast bar. Since we replace one wall with extra countertop space or a kitchen island, we now have the option of keeping stools on one side to create a convenient breakfast bar. This addition is great when entertaining guests, but is also perfect for busy parents who’d rather not set the table for every meal.

If you’d love extra seating in your kitchen or want a fast, convenient way to serve breakfast on the fly, an open concept design could deliver the breakfast bar you so direly need.

How To Design A Master Bathroom Fit For Royalty

There was a lot of excitement surrounding the Royal Wedding this past summer. Every time we turned on the television or flipped through a magazine, we were treated to visions of Givenchy wedding gowns, St. George’s Chapel, and lemon sponge cake with butter cream frosting and elderflower syrup. Can you blame us for falling in love with all things Royal? And while we can’t all live at Windsor Castle, we can have a master bathroom fit for a King or Queen. With a little inspiration (and help from Willow Lane Cabinetry) you can transform your master bathroom into the royal retreat of your dreams.

A Strong Foundation

Tile is the obvious choice for bathroom flooring, but for a luxurious look, opt for marble. Consider a soft white marble herringbone pattern, or a black marble basket weave mosaic for an elegant master bath. Other options include porcelain tile with gray or warm gold veining that realistically mimics the appearance of marble. Reminiscent of fine natural stone, porcelain is durable and impervious to water, making it an excellent choice for bathrooms.

A Charming Color Palette

Ultra Violet, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2018, is a fitting choice. Shades of purple have always been associated with wealth, status and luxury, as it was extremely expensive to produce the dye that created this rich hue. During the rein of Queen Elizabeth I, only close members of the royal family were permitted to wear purple. Today, purple looks absolutely elegant in the home. Other colors associated with royalty and suitable for master bathroom walls include:

Yellow Gold
Rose Gold
Royal Blue
Emerald Green
Burgundy

Bathroom Vanity Cabinets

While the throne is important, the focal point of a master bathroom is the cabinetry. Look for sophisticated details that will elevate your space. For example, a rich glaze on antique white cabinets that accents traditional raised panel doors, or cabinetry with a dark finish, complimented by decorative embellishments such as moldings, corbels and glass mullion doors. Add traditional brass or brushed pewter pulls and faucets to complete the Royal look.

Royal Accents

Carefully selected finishing touches are the crowning glory of any master bathroom. When designing a bathroom fit for royalty, these elements might include a claw foot tub, traditional towel rings and bath hardware, filigree wall sconces, a crystal chandelier, gilded mirrors above bathroom vanity cabinets, damask drapery, toile wallpaper, high-end area rugs, or a well-placed antique wingback chair.

3 Cabinet Choices That Are Both Trendy And Timeless

Some cabinet styles look fresh and contemporary. Others lean more towards traditional. But some styles sit nicely somewhere in between, for the best of both worlds. Here are a few of our favorite transitional cabinet choices that are both trendy and timeless.

Classic White Cabinets

There is just something special about white cabinets. Since the 1920s, when white kitchens were the ultimate must-have (thanks to their bright and clean look and feel), white has stood the test of time. According to a recent survey by the National Kitchen and Bath Association, white cabinets continually top the popularity list with both homeowners and prospective buyers. Whether you prefer a crisp white finish, creamy off-white, or even glazed antique white cabinets, you can’t go wrong with this classic choice.

Simple Shaker Cabinets

While other types of cabinets come in and out of fashion, Shaker cabinetry stands its ground, thanks to simple lines and a focus on function. Shaker cabinetry can be anything you want it to be. You’ll find this style in charming farmhouse kitchens, coastal bathrooms, urban home offices, rustic TV rooms, and the list goes on and on. Talk about versatility! Rest assured, regardless of the age, location, or style of your home, Shaker cabinetry will compliment any room design.

Seamless Euro Slab Cabinets

Minimalist by nature, Euro Slab cabinets feature a frameless door front that allows for full access and maximum storage space. While these types of cabinets tend to look sleek and modern in a dark espresso finish, they take on a completely different vibe in white! As we mentioned earlier, white cabinets are universally appealing, and when paired with a frameless Euro Slab door, you can achieve a seamless look that flows beautifully in a transitional space.

Other elements that work well in a transitional design include glass front cabinet doors, built-in wine racks, natural stone or solid surface countertops, subway tile backsplashes, porcelain or marble tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, and mixing cabinet finishes for your cabinets and kitchen island. All of these choices are timeless yet trendy, and would add the finishing touches to a space that falls perfectly in-between modern and traditional.