March 31, 2011

Spring Has Sprung at LOFT





Holy Moly. LOFT, you have the cutest clothes for spring. I would be mad at you for coming out with all this cute stuff when I am poor, but I love ya too much. I don't know which outfit(s) I want more?

What do you guys think? Any outfit or piece of clothing that sticks out to you?

March 30, 2011

Books, Thank You For Being My Friend

I love books. A lot. If anyone would like to give me some books, I would gladly accept ;) Especially these babies...drool...


Penguin Hardcover Classics



Just lovely.

March 28, 2011

My Sweet Retreat

Love poster via MadeByGirl, Patchwork pillow via Anthropologie, Yellow pillow via Layla Grayce, End table via Urban Outfitters

BEFORE



Hi Friends,

A few weeks ago I showed you a few pictures of my room and you could all see how plain it is! I am trying to add some color to the room and have been able to do so in a few places.... but the corner with my sitting chair is not coming together at all. I really want to spruce it up and make it a sweet, little corner to relax and read a book (if I ever find the time to read books again...) so I went online and scoped out a few pieces that I think would really add a lot to the space. Let me know what you think!

March 22, 2011

Pretty Things


Hi friends!

I went window shopping in my neighborhood the other day and walked into this lovely little shop with this AWESOME wallpaper and staircase. Isn't it great when you come across pretty things? I hope you all are having a nice week full of pretty things :)

March 21, 2011

TriPod-less

Hi Friends,

I forgot my Tri-pod at my parents house when I moved out so until I go visit them I will have to find other means for taking pictures. This was my "take outfit pictures on the wall mirror" strategy but I have also used the microwave since then :)

I love this top, but I love the way Kendi from Kendi Everyday styled it better. No worries, inspiration for next time!

Top? Anthropologie. Necklace? EmersonMade. Jeans? Express. Shoes? Target
Don't look at the clothes on my floor...I was having trouble finding what to wear today ;)

March 16, 2011

Recent Clothing Purchases

I recently took a stroll in my neighborhood with some friends and we decided to make a quick stop into Urban Outfitters. Here is what I bought:

Sweater? UO. Blouse? UO
Jeans? Levis. Belt? Sway.
Necklace? EmersonMade

Recent Room Purchases

On the way to slowing spending all of my money, I have picked up a few yummy pieces for my closet and my room- totally worth every penny :) Here a few decorative items that have made their way into my abode:

Book
Book
Oresund Mug
Color is starting to creep in to my mostly yellow/tan bedroom. I still need one really fantastic colorful piece to bring the whole thing together. I am still coveting the rug I posted here but I am pretty sure my bank account would break-up with me if I actually bought it...hmmm?



What's Cookin? Salsa Chicken

I am not sure if you guys are even interested in this, but I thought it would be fun to start sharing some of the recipes I make. You see, I am a very novice chef and I feel like if I can make something, you all can too! Let me know if this is something you guys would like me to start posting about regularly and I will make it happen (but only if you agree to share your simple/delish/lovely recipes too!)

Salsa Chicken
Literally the easiest crock pot recipe, ever.


Ingredients (serves 4)
-4 chicken breasts
-24oz Salsa of your choice (keep in mind it gets spicier the longer you cook- I typically choose mild)
-tortillas
-can of black beans
-avocado
-cheese or sour cream (if you like it- I leave this part out because I'm lactose)

Directions
-cover bottom of crock pot with a little bit of salsa
-place two chicken breasts in pot
-pour half of the salsa on top of chicken
-place the last two chicken breasts in the pot
-pour the rest of the salsa on top of chicken (make sure chicken is completely covered with salsa)
-cook on low heat for 8-10 hrs. (if you have used a crock pot before you know they are pretty fool-proof, so if your timing is off a bit you should still be fine!)
-once time is up, drain water from pot and change heat settings to "warm"
-place chicken and salsa on a warm tortilla and add beans, avocado, cheese, etc on top
-roll like a burrito or eat like a taco (depending on size of tortilla) and ENJOY!