Chocolate Dipped Pretzels & Marshmallows

I'm currently working on the sweets table for my niece's birthday party this coming weekend.  These chocolate dipped goodies are the perfect addition and they do not even require an oven.  Simply melt some chocolate (I used pink and green), dip your pretzels and marshmallows and decorate with sprinkles.  Presentation is everything, but it doesn't mean you have to go nuts to achieve it.

Angels on Bare Skin

I usually do not have troublesome skin, but lately I don't know if it's stress or what, I have been breaking out, BAD.  I tried using Proactive, but that stuff just made my skin way worse.  I was at my wit's end until I heard about Angels on Bare Skin by Lush.  I figured my skin couldn't get any worse so I might as well give it a try.  I cannot tell you how happy I am about that decision.  I purchased and began using it on Friday and in only 4 days my skin feels super smooth and the redness is fading away.  It is a clay based cleanser so you take a small piece and mix with a little water and massage it in.  It has ground almonds and rice that act as gentle exfoliators.  I also purchased the Fresh Farmacy cleanser at the advice of the extremely helpful sales girl.  I use this every other day.  So, one day I'll use Angels and one day I'll use Fresh Farmacy.  The scents are so fresh and clean too.  I definitely reccomend these to anyone, troublesome skin or not.

Scenes From The Weekend

{homemade Late Night Snack ice cream sandwiches}

Sorry for the lack of pictures, but this weekend was full of party planning for my niece's first birthday party.  I truly can't believe she is going to be a year old in less than two weeks!  On another note if you have yet to try Ben & Jerry's Late Night Snack I have no idea what you are waiting for.  Chocolate covered potato chip clusters and salted caramel...HELLO!!

{Jada truly looked like a toddler to me this past weekend...tear, tear ; /}

Eye Candy of The Week

Lots of birthday party planning and baking set for this weekend.  Hope you have a great one!

{images via Karla's Closet, Dulce Candy, and People.com}

Classic Red Nails With "Gold Leaf" Effect

{supplies: Rimmel's Base Coat/Top Coat Pro, Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Right Said Red, Martha Stewart Yellow Gold glitter}

I am a huge fan of the classic red nail.  Now with the holidays around the corner (I can't believe it either), it is the perfect time to start experimenting with more festive looks.  Nail polish/nail art is an extension of your outfit and should not be forgotten.  This quick nail DIY gives the illusion of gold-leaf by the use of glitter, which can add a bit of sparkle to any plain nail polish. 

{paint nails with base coat then red polish}

{when polish dries apply a small amount of top coat to the top portion of the ring fingers}

{sprinkle nails with glitter- shake off excess; then apply top coat to all nails}

{end result: gold leaf effect}

Salted Brown Butter Popcorn Treats

 This recipe is a take on the classic Rice Crispie treat.  By browning the butter you get a rich, nutty flavor.  The addition of fleur de sel just takes it over the top.  Instead of using Rice Crispies I decided to go with popcorn.  The result was a sweet, salty, sticky delicious snack.  Perfect for enjoying while watching our new scary obsession, American Horror Story.

Halloween

Yesterday we went Trick or Treating with Jada and Josiah.  No matter what,  I can always count on those funny little babes to make me smile.