Coffee Bar Project

I don't even drink coffee... but how could you not with this little piece of barista heaven on the way out the door? I posted this on my Instagram and the chicks went nuts ;)

 

I did some thorough research [Google Image: Home Coffee Bar] and played with some ideas I liked. The common theme seemed to be this same wood/metal shelf with the hooks. Almost all of them had it! I finally found it at Hobby Lobby for a ridiculous $110 bucks! WHAT? So I waited for one of their predictable Father's Day, 4th of July, Labor Day sales and scored this popular kid for $60.

(Worth the wait, people.)

I love the baskets for the K-Cups. Some people put different pots and cups in there... I'm more about function myself. Hey, whatever works.

 

I stumbled upon this store called 'At Home' by our church one Sunday and wandered around amazed for about an hour. It's very similar to a Hobby Lobby--you could seriously browse for days. We picked up this awesome reclaimed-style funky table, The letter C, and these really reasonably priced silver topped jars.

 

I tried to sneak a candle and a cute little flower on the top shelf and it kept magically disappearing. No frills here, I guess ;) 

 

I'm not usually a DIY-er, but there is just some sort of weird magical feeling that comes from being creative. I think I might be onto something...

 

 

Obesessed

theBalm NUDE'tude Eyeshadow Palette
This bad boy is pigment heaven. I am a very loyal MAC eyeshadow gal, myself... But I wanted a little more bang for my buck and saw this pop up on my daily browse through Nordstrom.com. The shadow is buttery, wears well, and there are so many realistic colors in this palette. I have always been partial to golden tones for eyeshadows. Great for any eye color and skintone. My favorite and currently most used colors are the Sultry, Seductive, Snobby, and Sassy...sounds about right ;)
I threw some darker Silly and Sophisticated on my crease for a quick evening look for the dinner party I had on Friday night. This $36 gem works for both day and night and added a little more spark to my morning makeup routine.  

zella Live In - Streamline Capris
If you don't know, now you know. Zella is Nordstrom's new workout line and it is giving my true love for LuluLemon a run for their money (literally.) I have these gray and mesh beauties, as well as the black reversible 'Live In' Capris and I am SOLD. At a more affordable price (score), I've never worn a more comfortable or flattering yoga pant. I workout in these, I lounge in these, I run errands in these, I live in these. They also wash really well (I don't dry my workout gear, but you can.)  Lovely fitness line.

Starbucks Orange Mango Smoothie
I've been obsessed for a couple years now, but I still feel like they are a secret for some reason. No more Starbucks guilt! I usually grab this smoothie as a meal replacement, within 30 minutes of a hard workout. I get mine with the 2% milk if I'm using it as a substitute for a meal or snack. Starbucks puts a whole banana, their own formula of whey protein, and fiber powder in this baby. They have a chocolate/banana and a strawberry/banana version that aren't bad, but the orange/mango/banana is where it's AT.

LuluLemon Scuba Hoodie II
Can you love something you don't have? The answer is YES. I (most of the time) cannot justify spending $108 on a HOODIE but this guy... I may have to make an exception. The picture does not do it justice. It's a cozy, thick, navy blue and cream masterpiece topped off with a ROSE GOLD zipper (!!!). I mean, come on. I am currently having a love affair with both navy and gold of any kind, so I'm pretty sure this hoodie was custom made for me. Anyway, I'll let you know if I break down and purchase. By the sound of it, I think you know how this might end ;)

QUEEN B
No one can touch her. Oh and in case you missed it.. this chick can ROCK a leotard. Her VMA performace last night had me dancing all over the living room in awe. Pure WOMEN power! Her custom bejeweled outfit by Tom Ford was incredible. The confident, feminine, power-house that is BEYONCE inspires me to do the damn thing and do it fiercely. Unbelievable. Go Youtube it now if you want an instant mood changer, ladies :)

 

 

Shall we?

 

 I'm excited to share my passions, tricks, and sass with you. I'm here to swap stories, recipes, and girly tips. Let's see what kind of beautiful mess we can make :)