This beautiful invitation was created by my friend Melissa who is an extremely talented architect and artist. It's colorful, fresh and feminine! Too bad she doesn't have an Etsy shop. Hopefully after all my prodding she will open one and when she does I will be sure to let you all know! 
I was planning on making my "go-to" chocolate chip cookies tonight until I realized that I didn't have eggs. Instead of running out and picking some up I searched the Internet for an egg-free sweet treat and came across Bethany Frankel's (of Bethany Bakes and Real Housewives of New York) Low Fat Fudge Chocolate Chip Muffins. They turned out great and I do not feel the least bit guilty about eating them! I might try adding some nuts next time around. Check out the recipe here.
Ahhhh, a three day weekend. I can't wait to sip some Bells Oberon while relaxing in the sun.
I tried out a new recipe over the weekend and it turned out great. My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoy seafood and instead of turning to our usual salmon or shrimp recipes I tried a recipe from Martha Stewart's Everyday Food. I used Andy's Fish Seasoning out of St Louis, MO for the breading because I couldn't find Panko at the grocery store. The breading turned out great, it wasn't as heavy as I had anticipated. I paired the fish sticks with our leftover "go to" pasta (also an MS Everyday Food recipe) for a very satisfying meal! I can't wait to make them again for dinner or as an appetizer.
I started a new job last week and found myself sitting at yet another empty gray cubicle. In an attempt to start off on the right foot both professionally and aesthetically I have begun to brainstorm different ways to spruce up my boring space. These items from Ikea and CB2 are not only fun but very affordable! Please share any creative ideas you have for decorating your cube.
I came across this article, "Marketing to the Modern Women" that features marketing-to-women expert, Kelley Murray Skoloda of Ketchum Marketing. In her new book, "Too Busy to Shop: Marketing to 'Multi-Minding' Women" Skoloda argues that the majority of women are too busy to absorb traditional forms of communication. She goes on to say that it is increasingly imporant for businesses to build relationships with women through social media such as Facebok and Twitter. Having worked at a marketing-to-women agency I fully believe that if a business meets women's expectations they will exceed men's. I look forward to picking up her book. You can buy it online here.
A friend of mine introduced me to this beautiful jewlery designer. All of Rock and Gold's pieces are simple, yet stricking due to her use of high quality metals and semi-precious stones. I think they would make the perfect bridesmaid gift for any bridal party. The designer invites custom orders too!! Check out Rock and Gold's Etsy shop here.
I came across this cocktail recipe for Sweet Relief and cannot wait to try it out! It would be the perfect drink to serve at a Kentucky Derby-themed party this weekend. Doesn't the drink's name sound like one of the 2009 Derby contenders? 
OPI has partnered up with Paige Premium Denim of LA to create Bright Pair, nail polishes and jeans that are sure to brighten up your summer. Both the polishes and the jeans go on sale Saturday. They're available exclusively at Ron Herman the first week and then will be available nationwide at select boutiques. I just love that neon is back. It instantly brings me back to my childhood and I cannot wait to try out these new colors!!
