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Party ideas: Celebrate national mustard day August 6

August 4, 2011

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Did you know that the first Saturday of August is officially national mustard day? Don’t worry, I didn’t either. But now that we are all aware, why not celebrate in the festivities! As an ode to the tangy condiment, let’s feast like kings upon mustard garnished favorites (and for those of you who could care [...]

Inspiration: chic aprons

July 29, 2011

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If cooking means getting to wear one of these gorgeous aprons from Anthropologie, then you can find me in the kitchen! *wink*

Party ideas: Celebrating the art of the cartoon

July 28, 2011

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Over half a century ago on July 30th, Disney premiered Flowers and Trees, the first cartoon short to use Technicolor and win an Academy Award. In honor of this media feat, spend today vegging out with all of your favorite cartoon classics, new and old. Create an ol’ fashion theater theme with classic sodas in bottles (check [...]

And the winners are…

July 27, 2011

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The first place winner of my all natural beauty package is: Number 5: Tania! You will be receiving the moisturizing perfume stick sampler, the lavender under eye cream, and the aromatherapy eye mask! Now for our second place winner… Number 23: Kaitie D! You get to choose three lip balms of your choice! Congratulations to [...]

Life lessons from the humble cupcake

July 27, 2011

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With the scent of cinnamon and sugar filling the kitchen, I went to check on the cupcakes baking in the oven. I’ve always been skeptical of recipe cook times, so I set the timer at 5 minute intervals just to be sure they baked perfectly. As I peered through the glass window I was met [...]

Hit and run: photography on the road by Andrew Bush

July 26, 2011

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The other day I saw this post over at Brain Pickings featuring photographer Andrew Bush. While I couldn’t dredge up much information on the man himself, I’ve fallen in love with his unique photographs featuring average people cruising along in their automobiles. According to the article: “Bush takes his portraits by driving alongside his subjects, [...]

Inspiration: happy fingers

July 22, 2011

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Apply two coats of your favorite polish for an instant upper. Results may vary.

Party Ideas: biking adventures

July 21, 2011

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This Sunday marks the historical day Lance Armstrong won his record breaking seventh consecutive Tour de France. In honor of this cancer survivor and Athlete of the Year, grab a few friends this weekend and plan out a biking adventure! Take some time to figure out a route of your choice to explore. Whether it [...]

A giveaway your skin will thank you for!

July 20, 2011

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Yup, that’s right – in one week one of you will win not only my luxurious perfume and moisturizing stick sampler pack, but ALSO the lavender under eye cream, AND a super chic aromatherapy eye mask! On top of that, there will be a second place winner who will win three lip balm flavors of your choice! [...]

Is there such thing as too young?

July 19, 2011

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As I flipped through my beloved Marie Claire yesterday I happened upon a spread of what I thought was a Twiggy-esque model sporting lovely high fashion knitwear. Upon closer review, I realized that this was no ordinary model, but Elle Fanning, the 13 year old prodigé of older sister Dakota Fanning. Of all the images, perhaps [...]

And finally….why I love my products

July 14, 2011

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Yes! Thank you for surviving a week long product launch with me! This has been something I’ve been working on for several weeks (even months), and while it’s always nerve wracking putting yourself out there, I’m glad the “hardest” part is over with. I hope you all enjoyed the little videos I put together for [...]

New products: three new lip balms that will change your life

July 14, 2011

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Okay, so that’s a total exaggeration, but they are pretty freaking fan-tas-tic! And that’s why the theme of this video is a good ol’ fashioned wanted ad, because they’re going quick! These new lip balms (and all the new batches of the original three) now contain red raspberry seed oil and avocado butter; the moisturizing [...]

New Products: super moisturizing lavender under eye cream

July 13, 2011

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Okay, I cannot rave enough how much I love this product! Sweet Dreams is an all natural, concentrated moisturizing stick packed with healing goodness that the delicate skin beneath and around your eyes will thank you for. (click image to jump to the shop listing) Since my college days, I’ve done little to really care [...]

New Products: Solid perfume and moisturizer sticks!

July 12, 2011

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Hey guys! This week I will be launching some new products in my Etsy store. This season will be a big one for the shop as I focus more of my time and attention on creating and listing home, beauty, and accessory items! Today I want to show you one of my favorite new goodies [...]