It's been a good week. Things have been a little on the quiet side over here but I'm certainly not complaining! This coming week on the blog is gonna be a fun one, I'll be spending a couple days down the shore (the Jersey shore for real!) and can't wait to share some photos with y'all. (Maybe hopefully debunk some Jersey Shore stereotypes?) Hope you guys all have a great weekend!
xo, e.m.
things I like
1. My Quoteskine book from Lee Crutchley came in the mail a little earlier this week and I am absolutely obsessed. If you're a fan of wittiness and art, I highly suggest picking up a copy.
2. Little known fact: I've had short hair for most of my life. I'm in love with Rachel's new haircut, so much in fact that I am tempted to chop off my long tresses. (CJ, if you're reading this, calm down, I won't actually do it...)
3. This little Cam Caddy made my heart sing. I'm definitely going to have to invest in it for my upcoming trip to China.
4. Speaking of China, I can't stop thinking about it. These next 5 months are going to be an exciting time of planning and I couldn't be more stoked! (If you're confused, read this.)
5. Anybody else super excited about this high low dress and skirt trend? This is going to sound incredibly vain (and a little strange) but does anybody else like how their legs look in the front but not in the back? Is this trend not the perfect solution to this odd problem? Or is that just me? Anywho, this dress is absolutely lovely.
6. It seems as if my life's purpose lately is to find new blogs that inspire me, which is why I was overjoyed when Allie introduced me to Petite Biet. She is a woman after my own heart!
7. Last night, my brother, his friend, and I went to see The Dark Knight Rises. (At midnight, all wired on coffee in true Ricchini fashion.) It was excellent. Another little known fact: I've always wanted to be in a film that's based on a comic. I don't have much going for me in my acting career right now, but it could happen someday, right?
8. If you follow me on Instagram (@owlrika if you don't, wink wink!) then you'll know that I've had a love for Peter Pan collars for quite some time. You'll also know that over the past few weeks, that love has grown into a full-on love affair and I don't think I've left this house without some sort of cute collar. I love this DIY, and I'm definitely going to be trying it some time in the near future.
9. I feel like to a certain extent, these "Things I Like" have become "let's watch Erika plan her wedding in the third person." But seriously, these laser cut invitations are so adorable and perfect, how could I not share them with you?
10. I was doing such a good job of not going to Starbucks (part of my New Years Resolution) until I saw the bride at one of my weddings last week drinking one of the new Starbucks Refreshers. Temptation got the better of me and then all bets were off. Everybody keeps telling me to try the lime but I just can't stop drinking the Very Berry Hibiscus one. I think I might actually need help.
xo, e.m.
exciting news!
Exciting news here at l&l this afternoon! My best frannie Allie just started her own blog. She's literally the cutest thing ever and I can't wait to see what she does with her new blank canvas! Her blog will be documenting her life, which is filled with all sorts of loveliness. (And not just because she has me as a best friend, wink wink!) Do me a favor and make her the happiest girl on the internet by checking out her new journey, Alley Cats and Rough Drafts.
xo, e.m.
kale chips
Looking for an alternative to greasy potato chips? I might have the solution. It's lower in calories and SO much better for your skin! I made kale chips for the first time this morning and I am officially obsessed. All that you'll need for this one is kale (I made this batch for my family and I so I filled up two large stone cookie sheets and since the kale shrinks, it made about one sheet) oil of your choice (olive oil or coconut oil will work well) and a seasoning of your choice. My family loves Old Bay so that's what I used on my kale chips. I guess it kind of defeats the purpose of a healthy snack but... I'll deal with that! If you don't have stoneware, I've read that you can also use an uninsulated cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
1. Preheat the oven to 350ยบ. Lay out your kale on your baking sheet. I have the easy pre-cut and cleaned kale so I didn't have to do much to prep it but if you're using kale fresh from the garden, get rid of most of the stems and such with a kitchen knife. The leafy stuff works best for this recipe! Drizzle your oil (not too much, or they'll get soggy!) and sprinkle as much seasoning as you want over the kale.
2. After the oven is preheated, place the kale in the oven for 10-15 minutes. It may not look cooked but it'll be crunchy! The edges will look brown-ish and the entire piece will be crisp, almost like a potato chip.
3. Serve! They'll be a little hot at first, just let them cool down a bit before you dig in. They're addicting! Play around with different flavor combinations. I'm thinking about trying to make some Sriracha kale chips next time!
1. Preheat the oven to 350ยบ. Lay out your kale on your baking sheet. I have the easy pre-cut and cleaned kale so I didn't have to do much to prep it but if you're using kale fresh from the garden, get rid of most of the stems and such with a kitchen knife. The leafy stuff works best for this recipe! Drizzle your oil (not too much, or they'll get soggy!) and sprinkle as much seasoning as you want over the kale.2. After the oven is preheated, place the kale in the oven for 10-15 minutes. It may not look cooked but it'll be crunchy! The edges will look brown-ish and the entire piece will be crisp, almost like a potato chip.3. Serve! They'll be a little hot at first, just let them cool down a bit before you dig in. They're addicting! Play around with different flavor combinations. I'm thinking about trying to make some Sriracha kale chips next time!
xo, e.m.
Giveaway at Blythe Ponytail Parades!
My friend Violet from Blythe Ponytail Parades is having a massive giveaway and my Visual Pet Sounds actions set is one of the prizes! In addition to that, there are a ton of other great prizes and Violet's blog is pretty great so you should all go and check it out!xo, e.m.
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