Weekly Favorites

 

Lots of Love, Natalie

 

Week/Weekend Favorites

- This past week was off to a good start with the Easter basket or I should say Easter cooler my mother gave me for Easter! -

- Enjoying a mid week pizza date with Jay at Old Venice -

- Thursday started off amazing because it was the Aspen Bay tent sale. Of course I went a little overboard as jay would say but I think it was perfectly fine! -

- The weekend began Thursday night when I hosted a Double Birthday Party Fiesta at my house. Don't worry there will be more about this later this week! -

 

Honorable Mentions:

- Cooking out Friday night with friends -

- Getting to go layout Saturday and finally get a little sun -

- This weekend ended with Jay and I going to see "The Other Woman" on Sunday -

Lots of Love,  Natalie

DPM Fragrance

Ladies and gentlemen, it is that time of year again! You have heard me talk about the lovely and eclectic store, located here in Starkville, know as Aspen Bay. Well, twice a year they hold a tent sale here in Starkville, MS at the warehouse where they are hand poured. This is basically like Christmas for anyone who loves their candles. I fell in love and became addicted to them after moving here for college, so I always make it a point to stock up because I am rarely not burning one. Plus, they make great gifts. Just wait because the best part of all is that you can usually get 3 for the price of one. I mean who doesn't love a great deal especially on some heavenly smelling candles?

If you don't think you are familiar with these candles then you have probably never noticed them in these retailers Anthropologie, Francesca's, and Nordstrom. The next time you walk in there I bet you will notice the wonderful aroma of Volcano. Volcano is one of their most popular scents and I truly hope that they never discontinue it. It may be an oldie but its a goodie for sure! Now you know what I will be doing tomorrow!

 

Lots of Love, Natalie

Ghoul's Night Out

Last night was my Halloween themed Girl's Night Out called Ghoul's Night Out! We had planned on it being a pumpkin craving party but a few girls forgot their pumpkins so we ended up just enjoying the food, talking, and watching American Horror Story Coven. All in all the night turned out great and we cannot wait until the Christmas Party! We already made plans for it last night. Anyway, more on that closer to time so here is your glimpse into our Ghoul's Night Out!

 

 

 

 

I apologize that the picture quality isn't to great but these were all taken in a rush. Remember be sure to check in tomorrow to see my costumes for this year and I would love to see yours (post a link to it in your comment). Happy Halloween!!

 

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Zara Home

 

Within the past two years Zara has allowed you to shop online and now they have added a home site too. For those of you who have never been to Zara it is very affordable fashion trends. Since they are known for having high quality items for reasonable prices they still stayed true to that when it comes to their Home décor items. I decided to pick the items I felt would make for a peaceful cozy night by a crackling fireplace. If you are interested in any of the items above you can find links to them below (simply click on the names of the item). Happy Wednesday!

 

1. Handles Table(sold out) similar here  2. Shinny Rug  3. Dots Bowl  4. Central Embroidered Design Cushion (similar here)  5. Tiger Pillow

6. Silver Glass Tea Light Candle   7. Aged Effect Coaster

8. Knit Design Throw   9. Diamonds and Dots Champagne Flute   10. Long Animal Tray

 

P.S. I am sorry as this post was coming up I noticed some of these items had sold out but don't worry I have picked items that are very similar to the original ones above.

 

 

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Hooray for Fall

1.  Golden Highball Glasses Set  - C. Wonder

2.  20inch Black Glitter Wreath  - Target

3.  Moss-Knit Blanket  - H&M Home

4.  Brown Fur Cushion Cover  - Zara Home

5.  Threshold Wood and Brass Finish Bar Cart  - Target

6.  Morton Skull  - Z. Gallerie

7.  Poison Skull Bottle  - Z. Gallerie

8.  Threshold Acacia 3-Tier Server  - Target

9.  MELT Colored Glass Jar Candle in Spiced Pumpkin and Amaretto  - Target

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Weekly Favorites

-  Finally getting the Fox Run White Marble Pastry Board that I have been wanting over a few months now. Of course I used it the second it came in to make these Protein Bites (see post below) -

 

- The Aspen Bay Tent Sale started yesterday and last until Saturday at 6pm. This only happens twice a year and it is one of the most wonderful things in the world! This really is like Christmas, their candles are usually $20-$30 but at the tent sale they are marked down to $4-$8. I mean how can you not love that! Okay so I may have gotten carried away and bought 18 candles, I mean that is completely normal right? Alright maybe it is not but I bought some of them to give to certain people for Christmas presents. -

 (a whole warehouse full of candles)

- Getting my September Birchbox this week. These are always a little goody because you never know what is inside. This month had eye shadows, hand lotion, nail polish, and a sample of perfume -

 

 

- As you know I am interning at a Physical Therapy Clinic this semester well I love it but there might be one little problem. The small problem is patients like to bring us sweet treats very often, this week alone there were fresh, hot, glazed donuts, cookies (sugar and chocolate chip), and a carrot cake. This is only a problem because it is very hard to not eat all of it and I cannot even imagine how it will be around Christmas time -

 

 

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

 

Week/Weekend Favorites

I have enjoyed seeing these Dandelions after class and work everyday this week. They bring some much life into my home and a smile to my face. Their yellow color is so vibrant that it is hard not to love them. They were extra enjoyable yesterday since it was a gloomy rainy day.

Since, I had some lean ground turkey meat in my fridge I decided would be perfect for these Skinnytaste Stuffed Bell Peppers. While I had made before I decided it was time to make them again. Also, the best part is you can even make them in a Crock-Pot to make them even easier. If you are interested in the recipe it can be found here. I like to add yellow corn and black beans. Also it is just as yummy without the rice.

As you read yesterday we adopted this sweet three year old Shih Tzu that we named Benji for my grandmother. I am so happy for this cute addition to the family. They are getting along great, I believe they will be perfect together.

 For those of you that do not already know I LOVE candles. I really am happy with a simple amazing smelling candle. They just make the house so warm and cozy feeling. There is a store here in Starkville called Aspen Bay. They have the best candles and even a warehouse here. Once a year they have a tent sale which is absolutely amazing! There candles are usually around $30 each but at the tent sale they are all $6-$8. How could a girl pass up that great sale!

I will be heading home today for the weekend. I will get to enjoy spending time with my parents and of course my precious dog Mozart! I am anticipating lovely warm weather, hopefully I will get to lay out and enjoy it. It will also be nice to have the weekend off from work! See you Monday now time to relax!

 

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

These are a few of my favorite things when it comes to Spring 2013. RayBan Aviator sunglasses are an absolute must for Spring. Recently, I have decided that I really like white Hydrangeas, they just seem to be very clean and refreshing. As you know I love Target so I have to have something from there and these Sugar Blossom soy candles are a good scent for Spring. Pastel colors are always a big trend for Spring and these Butter by London nail polish colors from their Spring Collection 2013 are perfect. Lastly, I love lighter, fruity cocktails for Spring so bring on the Mojitos. I like a regular Mojito but anytime I can get a Strawberry one I have to have one. Happy Spring 2013!

Lots of Love,  Natalie