How To: Clean Your Yoga Mat

Posted on September 4, 2013 by

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Have you ever cleaned your yoga mat? Between pilates on the beach, bikram yoga and body sculpt my mat has taken a bit of a sweaty and smelly beating this summer (I should of thought about cleaning it sooner). I started researching \’how to clean a yoga mat\’ and combined a variety of ideas to come up with what I think is the perfect mat cleaner.

Yoga Mat Clean:
1 part white vinegar
3 parts filtered water
1 teaspoon tea tree oil
15-30 (depending on preference) drops essential oil (lemon, peppermint, lavender, thyme..whatever you like)

1. Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake.
2. Spray your mat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
3. Wipe down with a towel

Dipped Frozen Bananas

Posted on September 3, 2013 by

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I have a serious sweet tooth, but since eating cake, cookies and ice cream isn’t the healthiest option I turn to frozen bananas. The bananas are not only easy to make, but delicious as well. I coated my bananas with milk chocolate and peanut butter as well as a variety of toppings my favorites are: sprinkles and pecans. You can use whatever you like.

To make:
1. Peel the bananas.
2. Cut in half.
3. Insert a stick into the cut end.
4. Freeze on parchment or waxed paper for at least one hour.
5. Melt your chocolate (I like to use peanut butter as well)
6. Spoon the chocolate over your frozen bananas
7. Be sure to add your toppings immediately as the bananas set up quickly.
8. Enjoy right away or place back in the freezer and enjoy within one week of making.

 {Make sure your bananas are a bit green}

Custom Yoga Mat

Posted on August 29, 2013 by

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{Mat Color: Pink | Thread: Khaki | Font: Script}
Recently I started attending pilates classes twice a week. It was my first time attending a workout class, and I quickly learned that everyone’s personality shines through on their yoga mats. That’s when I discovered “My Custom Yoga Mat”. For $40 (plus shipping/handling and tax), you can create your own custom embroidered yoga mat. Plus when something is this cute you can’t help but workout a little harder.  You can order one here.
Choose your mat and thread color, font and your text (single letter, name or monogram). My Custom Yoga Mat, in my opinion offers the best mats on the market and if you are looking for one for yourself or someone else I highly recommend shopping with them.
My yoga mat arrived ready to be given as a gift (loved that!), and was tied with coordinating satin ribbons. As a designer and someone who appreciates detail I loved that the company goes the extra mile for it’s customers.

Let\’s Talk Fall: Ballet Flats

Posted on August 28, 2013 by

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Ballet flats are the quintessential shoe for back to school and your fall wardrobe. I’m about to kick start your love affair with these five fabulous flats. Are you a fan of flats?

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Posted on August 27, 2013 by

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I recently found out that I have an intolerance to gluten. While I feel like I could never give up cupcakes and a whole list of other things I am trying to limit the amount of gluten that I consume. A couple weeks ago I made these taco stuffed zucchini boats. They were so good I have made them every week since. As a matter of fact I prefer them over traditional tacos.

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats
serving size: one
Ingredients
1  small zucchini, cut in half lengthwise
¼ cup salsa (I made homemade)
½ pound lean ground chicken
dash of the following seasonings: garlic powder, chili powder and montreal chicken
1 tablespoon chive
¼ cup bell pepper, minced
4 oz. tomato sauce
¼ cup water
¼ cup Mexican blend shredded cheese

Directions:
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
3. Place salsa in the bottle of a glass baking dish.
4. Using a small spoon or melon baller, hollow out the center of the zucchini halves. Be sure to leave a ¼- inch thick shall on each half.
5. Chop the scooped out flesh of the zucchini in small pieces.
6. Drop zucchini halves in boiling water and cook one minute.
7. Remove from water.
8. Brown chicken in a large skillet, breaking up while it cooks.
9. When no longer pink add your spices and mix well.
10. Add the chives, pepper zucchini, tomato sauce and water.
11. Stir and cover, simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
12. Using a spoon, fill the hollowed zucchini boats, press firmly into the hollowed zucchini.
13. Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes or until cheese is melted and zucchini is cooked through.

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