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Thursday, October 30, 2014

Easy Halloween Couples Costume

Still no costume for you and your beau? Here are some ideas that you can make quick and most are things in your own closets!
Make sure you latch on your man's hip and give him lots of hugs to get the effect of a Koala in a tree!
Him:                                            Her:
Brown Sweatpants                      Grey Pants
Brown Sweatshirt                       Grey Shirt
Leaves- Any craft store               Ears & Make up
                                                   
Fella's mess up your hair a little bit and make sure to walk around with your guitar and maybe a microphone for June.

Him:                                            Her:
Suit Jacket                                  Dress
Toy Guitar                                 Boots
For Sheldon make sure to layer a long sleeve shirt under the red tee. For Amy part your hair in the middle and pin to side with bobby pin. Add loafers and glasses

Him:                                            Her:
Tee Shirt                                     Cardigan
Khakis                                         Tights
Lighting Bolt Graphic                 Skirt

Hope you have a great Halloween holiday!
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Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Easy Halloween Costumes

So you have a Halloween Party this weekend and you didn't get a costume yet.. you are not alone! By just looking in your closet, I'm sure you can find a lot of costumes, you just have to be creative! If you just don't have that imaginative bone, well I've got you covered! Here are some easy costumes using items in your closet!
Have two friends that need costumes too? Perfect! Add a black shirt or if you are going for a sexier look pair the skirt with a crop top. Use the liner to make some whiskers and a button nose.

3 Blind Mice

Put your hair all up with a bump in the front. Add the bandanna and tie it on the top of your head. Make sure your make up is on point and the red lipstick is key to this outfit!


Roll up the cuffs to your denim. Pair with loafers and a white button up. For extra Urkel-ness add a pocket protector with pens to your shirt pocket!

Glasses
Socks

Stick around tomorrow for some quick couple costumes to throw together!


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Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Easy Balsamic Chicken Pasta

I'm always looking for easy and quick recipes.  You have no idea how many times I have made taco's in a few short months, just because it is easy to whip together after work or my practices.  I try to make a pasta once a week, because I will make enough to have leftovers during the week. All the ingredients used in this recipe I had in the house. It's nice to experiment once in a while and it actually turn out really good!

Ingredients:

2 boneless chicken breast
1/4 cup Olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 cup honey
3 Tblspoon Sherry
Choice of pasta
1 Green pepper sliced
1/2 onion chopped

Directions:

Season chicken any way you prefer. I always purchase pre-seasoned chicken from Wegman's.  This time I used lemon & herb seasoned. Grill chicken in large pan. Remove chicken from heat once fully cooked and cut into pieces.  Add in olive oil, peppers and onions on low heat to brown. Cook pasta according to package. While peppers and onions are still browning mix in your balsamic vinaigrette, honey and sherry. Keep mixing until sauce becomes thicker. Add in cooked chicken and pasta. Serve warm and enjoy! 

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Friday, October 24, 2014

Sponsor Spotlight | Jack and Parker

Today it makes me so happy to share with you one of my beautiful sponsors. Her name is Kelly and she blogs over at Jack & Parker.  Jack is Kelly's Boston Terrier who is now 2 years old. He is so adorable (check him out in her picture below!) Parker is Kelly's little baby boy born in August! He is so precious and looks like such a cuddle muffin!


Check out her favorite post here and more from Kelly on her Blog, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter
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Thursday, October 23, 2014

Rainy Day Outfit

We are in the middle of a Nor'easter' here in PA. Fortunately there is no snow yet that came with it and just rain. Sometimes when it rains all I want to wear is yoga pants, a baggy sweatshirt with uggs or rain boots. Do you ever notice if you don't dress to impress, the day drags on or you just feel like 'blah'. Well I have made it a mission to try and always dress up in some way every day. Something that makes me feel good in my outfit, whether it be a statement necklace with a plain tee or a cute pair of shoes with jeans.  Here is an outfit that has been on repeat in my closet, even on non rainy days!


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Saturday, October 18, 2014

Saturday Morning Coffee | Newest Coffee Addiction

I L O V E Coffee. Ever since I was little, my mom used to give it to me in a sippy cup (thanks mom..) but in her defense, it was mostly milk and a drop of actual coffee- I never was a milk drinker and still am not so she would bribe me.  I actually prefer an iced coffee or flavored coffee over a regular one, but if you would offer me a grande dark roast.. I won't pass it up! I recently found this gem at Target while purchasing our usual K-Cups. It is a mixture of coconut and mocha, so to me is the perfect proportion of both flavors.
If you are in the market to try a new flavor coffee, I definitely recommend trying this Donut Shop brand coffee.

Hope everyone's weekend is off to a great start. Today is Homecoming at my College so I'm so excited to see old friends and catch up! 
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Friday, October 17, 2014

Kate Spade FF 30% off

Kate Spade is having their annual Friends & Family sale this weekend and I am sharing with you some of my picks I'm have been keeping my eye on. 

Use code F14FFUS for 30% off your purchase now til Sunday!

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