Fringe-Tastic

Fringe is everywhere we look this season and I for one LOVE it!

Here are some fab pieces to help incorporate fringe into your summer wardrobe and a fun DIY for all you crafty ladies out there!

1. crossover bag   2. russian doll brass bracelet 3. lime fringe halter 4. leather ankle wrap   5.bandeau top and bottom 6. thread/bead wrap bracelet

DIY

leather fringe clutch

Stop by A Beautiful Mess for the easy how to's!

For The Love Of Cooking

I just love discovering new blogs and when I stumbled upon Pure 2 Raw I knew it was one for the blogroll!

The recipes are easy and the presentation screams I've been in the kitchen ALL day!

The first dish I plan to try from the super fit twins, Lori and Michelle (authors behind the blog) has to be their
Pesto Sauerkraut Lasagna!

No bake, gluten-free, vegan???...Ok, you had me at no bake!

How AMAZING does this dish look?!  Full of color and perfect for summer!

Stop by Pure 2 Raw for the complete recipe!

I Spy: Beachiness

My desire to pack up and relocate to the beach doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon.

Today I keep catching myself swooning over coastal spaces that have me seriously contemplating putting my house on the market...like today! 

I love my current home, I'm just kind of over the location.  I'm 100% that person who gets bored easily and needs change every couple of years. 

I wish I could just pick my home up and move it east to sand and sea. 

Have I lost my mind?!

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sincerely,

torn and confused

Quote Of The Week

 

“Don't put a question mark

where God has put a period.”

-joel osteen

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Let it go...

Movie Night...

A darling friend I've had the pleasure of meeting through the wonderful social networking world shared the movie trailer for the upcoming release of The Great Gatsby and I literally just about flipped with excitement!!

The costume designer must have had a blast working on this movie!  The wardrobe collection is INSANE!!

I'm not sure I will be able to wait until the December 25 release date!!

See the trailer  here..  And tell me what you think?!!

ps...did i mention it's 3D #bananas

Movie night in the making!!

For The Love Of Cooking

Oh my stars...Count me in on this weeks dish!

I'm thinking this might just have to be a little something I whip-up this Saturday for brunch

Bonus...only a 194 cals!

Huevos Rancheros compliments of  Skinny Taste

recipe

I Spy: Memorial Day

What a fun holiday!?

 Memorial Day marks the kick off of summer (my favorite season) and most importantly it is a time to remember all those brave souls that have died fighting for our great nation!

I plan to spend Friday-Monday POOLSIDE with amazing friends grilling out and soaking up tons of rays!  Now to start the menu and cocktail planning and of course festive decor is essential!

This I LOVE...a wreath made from tiny toothpick flags!

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Quote Of The Week

Just the smell of summer

can make you fall in love!

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Let's Go For A Cruise

Every year about this time my need to pack up and move to the beach (preferably Wrightsville Beach...since Fiji is out currently out of the question) goes into overload. 

I am determined to make the move one day!

The first thing I will pick up when I get into town...a beach cruiser!  My obsession with this adorable mode of transportation has always been a tad ridiculous!

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I will also be adding a basket and wine holder to my oh so super cool cruiser!

Do you have a cruiser? 

What color is yours?  How do you accessories your "ride"?

For The Love Of Cooking

To say I am stoked about today's recipe would be an understatement!

Complete pesto and artichoke junkie here when it comes to pizza and pasta. 

I'm pretty sure a little smoke came off my mouse when I scrolled past this recipe and came to a screeching halt!

This amazing recipe comes via Heather Freeman of The Lovely Cupboard.  I have been finding myself visiting her perfect blog more and more. 

Make sure to stop by...

You can also find more post from Heather over at my all time fave

Made By Girl where she is a contributor!

Pesto Pizza

click here for the recipe

I Spy

This past weekend I stopped into Urban Outfitters (one of my fave stores) and my bank account I swear started to cry with fear of the damage I was about to do!  Thank goodness my wise mama (voice of reason) helped keep me under control!

There are a few items however, I can't seem to get off my mind!

#wishlist

maxi lounge dress

ok...I'm obsessed with this print and style however, I am super funny when it comes to my "undergarments" low cut front and racer back...I don't do braless (i was not that blessed) and my VS convertible I swear can be more trouble than it's worth!  Suggestions??

jumper

one of my faves...kept going back to this top but for some reason it didn't end up in my bag :(

chiffon blouse

and I'm proud to be an American...

flag tee

I don't know that I would rock this bag too much this summer but, it caught my eye and it could also be a great transition piece into fall

double zip satchel

This little beauty I have had my eye on for a couple months now!!

I'm still holding out hoping someone who loves me a whole lot purchases it for me!

It's the most perfect accessory for the summer!

iPhone/iPad Docking Station

Happy Tuesday Darlings!

Quote Of The Week

God has perfect timing, never early, never late.

It takes a little patience and a lot of faith.  

BUT, it's always worth the wait!

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