just crushing

music monday: kyla la grange

2011-10-24T15:15:00.000-07:00

soundcloud it here.

shoe lust: lulus

2011-10-20T13:40:00.000-07:00

Lulus.com has done it again. captivated my attention with their ever so trust email campaigns. TONS of new shoes. TALL AND COLORFUL. i can't decide which i like the best! good thing I am going to Chico this weekend (hometown of Lulus.com) it's a must i stop by their showroom and choose a couple!

which are your favorites? i'm really loving these bright colors - shop now

Versace for H&M

2011-10-20T11:26:00.000-07:00

We've all been waiting for this moment for a long time! Can't believe the entire collection is released... check it out! The complete collection here. It launches in the US on Nov 19....better make sure you can get there and not have another Missoni for Target mistake! Get those wallets prepped, girls! ..some of my favorites...

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The Row

2011-10-19T15:55:00.000-07:00

marykate&ashley interview for interviewmag here..

recipe: avocado cilantro hummus

2011-10-19T12:11:00.000-07:00

umm are you kidding with this recipe? i cannot believe i stumbled across it. hummus is a staple in my diet. it's so delicious, especially with cut up peppers and vegetables. i could eat it everyday if that was appropriate. here is the recipe for this delectable looking snack/meal. (whichever you prefer to call it ;) )

*i've read it tastes great with grilled chicken, red onions, and raw corn in a tortilla to make a yummy healthy wrap! must try! (via)

Avocado Cilantro Hummus

Ingredients:
1 15-oz can of garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 avocado, peeled and pit removed
½ cup cilantro leaves
1 lemon, juiced
3 tbsp tahini
4-5 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in the food processor or blender except the olive oil. Pulse the mixture for a few seconds to chop everything up. Turn the food processor on and then steam in the olive oil and let blend until completely combined. Adjust salt if needed. Serve with pita chips or carrots, celery and radishes.

beach hair

2011-10-19T11:58:00.000-07:00

my favorite look. this amaze spray can of "beachy clean" really helps create those easy textured waves as if you just came from the beach. minus the crunchy feel of salt water, this spray gives you everything you want to create the best wind-swept waves. buy it here.

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best dressed:jessica biel

2011-10-19T11:52:00.001-07:00

via nylonmag.blog. they always have the best dressed picks of the week. today it is none other than THE Jessica Biel. her outfit is perfect.

iphone 4 case

2011-10-19T11:51:00.000-07:00

haven't you always wanted to match your nails to your iphone 4 case? well now you can! cue in Griffin Outfit Crackle for iphone 4 and 4s. only for $29 here.

iclear Air iPhone 4 case:
These are really fun bright neon colored cases for your smartphones! check them out. only $19

dreams

2011-10-19T11:06:00.000-07:00

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window to your soul

2011-10-19T10:46:00.000-07:00

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recipe:homemade peanut butter cups

2011-10-19T10:40:00.000-07:00

recipe of the week. homemade pb cups. mmm my favorite candy ! Emily from Cupcakes&Cashmere posted this delicious recipe on her blog and I am too excited to make these myself that I am going to share it here.

recipe:

Ingredients

2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
Directions
1. In 1-quart saucepan combine chocolate chips and shortening. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth (3 to 5 minutes).
2. Loosen top paper cup from stack, but leave in stack for greater stability while being coated. With small paint brush, coat inside top cup evenly with about 1 teaspoon melted chocolate to about 1/8-inch thickness, bringing coating almost to top of cup, but not over edge. Repeat until 30 cups are coated; refrigerate cups.
3. In 2-quart saucepan combine butter or margarine and peanut butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until melted (4 to 6 minutes). Stir in confectioners' sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Press about 1/2 tablespoon filling into each chocolate cup.
4. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon melted chocolate on top of filling; spread to cover. Freeze until firm (about 2 hours) carefully peel off paper cups. Store refrigerated.
Nutritional Information

Amount Per Serving Calories: 140 | Total Fat: 9.5g | Cholesterol: 11mg

DIY decoupage coffee table

2011-10-19T10:15:00.000-07:00

thank you MrKate for this wonderful DIY you did live on the Nate Berkus Show last week. you are the best are re-creating things! this is on my to-do list for sure. check it out below...

Old Book Decoupaged Coffee Table

i love the look of old book pages in contrast with the bright yellow, but of course you can interpret this with any color you want for the legs and use other things like picture books, ticket stubs, decorative paper, etc. anything out of paper that you want to look at everyday and don’t mind gluing!

What You Need:

coffee table
paint for the legs – spray paint or regular can of paint
sandpaper – medium to fine grain
old book – of other paper material to decoupage
Mod Podge or regular white school glue is fine too.
foam brush or an old paint brush you don’t mind getting glue-y
another paintbrush for the paint and poly topcoat
can of polyurethane – get the water based kind not the oil based so that it does not yellow. you can also try:spar varnish, clear brushing lacquer, or polycrylic topcoat
cup with water

Do It:

sand your whole table to remove any slick varnish coats.
paint the legs of your table in your color of choice – you may need two coats.
mix your Mod Podge or white school glue with a little water to get it runny – you want it to be easy to paint with.
tear out a nice stack of pages from an old book and plan your placement on the table – remember you can always layer them which looks great!
using your foam brush paint glue on the back of a page place it on the table and paint another coat of glue over the top of the page. don’t be afraid to use a lot of glue - it might look milky but it will dry clear, so don’t worry! for a better visual of decoupaging, check out this video where i decoupage a pumpkin!
once you’ve glued on all of your pages, paint another coat of your glue mixture over the top to seal the deal and let it dry.
paint a couple coats of your poly or clear varnish to protect your decoupage and make the coffee table durable. wait for it to dry between coats. you may want to do more than two coats to get a really slick seal that you can clean easily like any regular coffee table.

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LEAF:how to knit

2011-10-18T16:45:00.000-07:00

thank you THANK you for this tutorial. reminds me of years ago when i knew how. perfect reminder. now i know what i will be doing on my lazy days! christmas presents gallore!

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tattoo barbie

2011-10-18T16:05:00.000-07:00

L.A.-based company tokidoki has designed a barbie doll with pink hair, tattoos and heart-and-crossbones t-shirt. how freaking awesome.

shoe envy: unicorn shoes

2011-10-18T15:51:00.000-07:00

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Erin Wasson crazy sexy cool

2011-10-18T12:21:00.000-07:00

Erin Wasson is modeling a shoot for Marie Claire Nov 11, she is wearing pieces from her Low Luv collection and her collaboration between Zadig & Voltaire.

Hallelu lookbook

2011-10-18T12:10:00.000-07:00

stumbled across this beautiful boutique. the back story of the business is so charming. the couple is adorable. I really enjoy peeking through their fun lookbooks! enjoy! Hallelu

daughter of the earth-spanish moss

2011-10-18T11:49:00.000-07:00

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batgirl

2011-10-18T11:34:00.000-07:00

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Harpers Bazaar- nov 2011

2011-10-18T11:29:00.000-07:00

romantic calm

2011-10-18T11:15:00.000-07:00

love is forever

2011-10-17T15:22:00.000-07:00

reformation x lindsey thornburg

2011-10-17T14:33:00.000-07:00

Lindsey Thornburg's collab with boutique Reformation are the clothes you've been looking for. The lookbook, titled "Holy Land," was shot by photographer Olivia Malone in an abandoned religious theme park, which gives the perfect creepy-cool backdrop to the designer's eclectic clothes. all under $500.

october anniversary

2011-10-17T12:32:00.000-07:00

came across this wonderful jewelry line called October Anniversary. October Anniversary states that they 'use recycled metals sourced from eco-friendly factories and donates 10% of profits to Happy Hearts Fund, a non-profit that helps children after natural disasters. Make a statement. Create a full circle of change by sustaining the environment and helping victims of it. And of course, be bold and fearless in your fashion adventures.'

some of my favorite pieces:

the Native Fox

2011-10-17T12:14:00.000-07:00

Jennifer from the Native Fox blog has the best style. her purchases are my fav. these skeleton Black Milk tights are amaze. and her DIY self studded jacket! second photo: beautiful lavender a-line dress from Lulus.com & Senso Wilma platform booties. third photo: Again Apparel black jumpsuit with Rocco Alexander Wang bag. Follow Jennifer's blog here.