A Special Weekend

with my future sister-in-law

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You guys, it's Friday!

Is anyone else as happy about that as I am? This Friday in particular is one I have been waiting for. Remember this post, where I shared with you all that my future sister in law asked me to be a bridesmaid? Well Sara (the future SIL), myself, and a few other bridesmaids are getting out of town for the weekend to try on dresses! Sara already has her dress [and it's gorgeous] so this weekend is all about the bridesmaids. She has planned such a fun weekend for us [a limo with champagne? um yea, count me in!] and I seriously can't wait!
My camera was the first thing I packed so be on the lookout for a few pictures next week!

I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
xo

On My To Do List

DIY's I Want To Try

Heart Mug || Gold Leaf Tray || Gold Honey Bear Vase || Glitter Mouse Pad 


 The blogging world is full of so many amazing DIY's.
And right now I'm totally digging anything gold.

Lucky for me so are a few other bloggers:
Heart Mug via Gaby @ The Vault Files
Gold Leaf Tray via Eileen @ A Creative Day
Gold Honey Bear Vase via Elsie @ A Beautiful Mess
Glitter Mouse Pad via the ladies @ The Everygirl

Pretty awesome, right?
I think a DIY day is a must!

Closet Craving || The H&M Dress

H&M Blazer || H&M Dress || BaubleBar Lemon Cushion Cut Studs || BaubleBar Ebony Link Studs || Michael Kors Chain Bracelet Watch || BaubleBar Black Snake Pave Wrap || BaubleBar Black Clash Wrap || Kate Spade Bow Terrace Felisha Bag || Madewell Frankie Pump 

On my last trip into H&M I was feeling a little bummed at the potential of not finding a single thing. I'm so hit or miss there, I'll find something I love on the hanger and once in the dressing room, it's seriously hideous on me! Does this happen to any one else there?
As I was about to walk out empty handed a fun print caught my eye and what do you know? OBSESSED. I mean, how fun is this dress? Pleats, pockets, a fun print and only $34.99. SOLD! It's also offered in taupe and green [more of a seafoam green] if the print isn't for you.
But if you love the print and want more of it, check out this skirt! Adorable.

I'm in two weddings this year so between the showers, bachelorette parties, and rehearsals this dress is sure to make an appearance!

Wearing My Heart

on a sweater

Heart & Stripes || Paris Nights || JackPot || Born to Love || HeartBreaker || Disco Ball

It probably has to do with the fact that it's February and Valentine's Day is right around the corner but I'm completely smitten with any sweater or pullover that allows me to rock a huge heart. I'm borderline obsessed with the Heart & Stripes sweater above.
And for only $22.80 each, getting both wouldn't break the bank!

Healthy Appetizers

100 calories or less!

Bruschetta with Peach Salsa and Melted Brie

two topped bread slices: 100 calories

Mini Corn Bread Crab Cakes with Lemon-Caper Sauce

one crap cake + one tsp of sauce: 83 calories

Beef Teriyaki Crisps with Wasabi Mayo

two topped crisps: 71 calories

Smoked Salmon and Cheese Mini Twice-Baked Potatoes 

 one stuffed potato half: 96 calories

Grilled Pepper Poppers

two pepper halves: 84 calories

I love appetizers and snacking, I actually prefer it to eating an entire meal. But what I don't like are the calories that can add up in such a small bite. And with the Super Bowl on Sunday I've been on the hunt for lighter appetizers I can serve up [and eat] that won't leave me feeling guilty afterwards. I found the recipes above and a few others [not pictured], all under 100 calories! on Cooking Light.

 I'm thinking any one of these could be a hit!

Will you be watching the game? If so, what's on your menu?

I'd love to hear!