Five Things

Posted on March 9, 2012 by

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{nothing cheers me up like a new pair of shoes}
I started the week off by taking out some of my favorite spring nail polish shades. Which turned into a trip to Macy\’s for a new pair of shoes, and a search for a floral dress.  After my middle of the week shopping spree, this weekend is going to be low key. What are you up to this weekend?
 {spring nail polish}
 {the ideal way to embrace chilly nights}
 {flavored sugar for homemade scrub}
{the tulips that kept me company this week}

What\’s in my Marc Jacobs Bag

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

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 {Marc by Marc Jacobs handbag}
With each season not only does my handbag change, but the contents change as well. So here is a peak at what I keep in my handbag. Tell me what your handbag essentials are.

1. Kate Spade Wallet
2. Tory Burch cat eye sunglasses
3. Puffs kleenex, floss, Lysol and Purell
4. Flip flop change purse
5. manicure kit and nail files
6. umbrella
7. lip butter, assorted lipstick and lipgloss
8. Can\’t forget the most important Clipa purse hanger; a must for everyone!

Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

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 {pineapple upside down cupcakes}
One of my favorite aspects of pineapple upside down cake is the buttery brown sugar and pineapple semi crisp deliciousness on the top. However when you make the cake the brown sugar, pineapple buttery goodness ratio to cake is a bit off. So last night I decided to make pineapple upside down cupcakes the same way I would my cake. Let me tell you these little guys are so amazing I have a feeling they\’ll be disappearing rather quickly.
 {place a teaspoon to just under a tablespoon of butter in each cupcake compartment}
 {place one tablespoon of brown sugar on top of the butter}
 {Place in a 325 degree oven until butter is melted}
mix around the brown sugar in the butter to evenly combine
 {place half a maraschino cherry in the center of each}
 {cover with crushed pineapple and pour cake batter over}

Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes
Ingredients
• 1 box Duncan Hines Pineapple Supreme Cake mix
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter; or more if needed
• 24 tablespoons (1 1/2 cups) brown sugar
• 2 (24 oz. cans) crushed pineapple
• 1 jar maraschino cherries

Directions
1. Prepare cake mix as directed on the box.
2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
3. Drain the juice from the pineapple, cut the maraschino cherries in half and allow them to dry on a paper towel. 
4. Place a little over one teaspoon to a little under one tablespoon of butter in each muffin cup, and then add one tablespoon of brown sugar.
5. Place in the oven, and remove when the butter has melted.
6. Place a half maraschino cherry in the middle of each cupcake and cover completely with crushed pineapple. Repeat in all cups.
7. Pour 1/4 cup of batter over top.
8. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until the cupcake is done.
9. Remove from the oven and immediately shake out onto a cool rack.

Enjoy!

How to Buy House Plants

Posted on March 6, 2012 by

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Growing up in a state with all four seasons I watched my mum buy fresh cut flowers from a local store during the colder months. Grow a gorgeous flower garden in the spring and summer, and have a couple house plants all year long to keep our home cheery. My mum has taught me some wonderful tips and tricks for keeping house plants alive even if you do not have a green thumb. 1. Choose plants that will work with the light in your home. 2. Give your plant a name and actually talk to it. 3. Do not over water – when you stick your finger into the soil it should be almost dry before you water the plant again.

1. Amaryllis are low maintenance, love direct sunlight and use a drench and dry method when it comes to watering. 

2. Peacock Plants are grown for their decorative foliage. Need direct light/filtered light and like a humid home.

3. Just Add Ice Orchids are perfect for any home. These flowers like indirect sunlight and only need three ice cubes per week.

4. Ponytail Palms are virtually indestructible, like a sunny spot and only need to be watered once a week.

5. Succulents are low maintenance if in a sunny spot, water once a week and enjoy.

Do you have any house plants? If so what do you have? 

March Friendship Gift

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

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Over presidents day weekend my mum and I were at the mall shopping. As we walked past Yankee Candle we noticed a huge sign that said $5 tea light candles. Both of us stocked up on the candles and I even decided to buy three extra boxes of my favorite scents to use as friendship gifts. I took one of each scent; Cherry Lemonade, Vanilla Lime and Meyer Lemon and placed them in a cello bag and tied it with a ribbon. Each gift wrapped comes to $1.50. An inexpensive gift that your guest will love!

{Wouldn\’t you love to receive something like this just for stopping by a friends house?}
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