Oh, hi – happy Friday! :)
Our gorgeous week is supposed to turn into an even more beautiful weekend, so I’m hoping to resurrect Ben’s and my summer routine of finding a cool spot to head out to, and explore in the next couple of days. Picnic in tow, perhaps? It’s been years since I’ve had a proper one!
I hope you’ve got something fun in the works too. In the meantime, please enjoy my favorite finds from around the web in this week’s Friday Favorites, and don’t miss the custom knife block giveaway from a family member at the end of the post!
Favorite splurge: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake. I love the looks of this dense and fudgy peanut butter cake. YUM!
Favorite pooch: Baby Frenchie! CAN I TAKE HER HOME?!
Favorite sight: Peonies. Besides lilacs, peonies are one of my favorite things about spring/early summer, and they’re currently out in full, fragrant force around the neighborhood.
Favorite refresh: Peach Queen – A Magic Mocktail Recipe. Ginger ale + fresh OJ + fresh peach juice = the ultimate in refreshment.
Favorite funny. BAHAHAHA. Why?!
Favorite flavor: Key West Grilled Chicken. A fresh and super flavorful way to spice up plain ‘ol chicken.
Favorite find: Slim-Leg Crop from Land’s End. Soooo adorable, and from Land’s End. Land’s End!
Favorite twist: Margarita Bars. Totally getting into all the cocktail-themed desserts I’ve been seeing around the web these days.
Favorite tip: Brush pesky corn silk hairs off with a new, soft toothbrush. This is just genius. Those pesky hairs are the bane of my summer grilling existence!
Favorite frock: ASOS Multi-Colored Stripe Dress. Totally cute for a summer get together. Throw a cardigan on top for cooler nights!
Favorite travel find: On the Way App. Plug in your starting and ending destination, and this website will find a bunch of cool and kooky places to stop at along the way. This will make road trips so much more fun!
Favorite house: Queenstown Home. Hooooly buckets – you have to check out this house in Queenstown, New Zealand. Can you imagine waking up to this view every day?
Favorite ‘Q: Chicken Beer Sliders. Saucy, scrumptious, and perfect for a summer BBQ.
Favorite view. Are you smiling? Me too. :)
Favorite cocktail: Strawberry Watermelon Cooler. Meet ya’ on the porch swing with a couple of these, mmkay?
Favorite place: Stara Fuzina, Triglav National Park, Slovenia. This image was caught on an autumn day in Slovenia. Absolutely stunning.
Favorite Style: Manhattan Bedroom Makeover. I knew this was a cute, city apartment the second I saw the picture. Love the bright splashes of color to cheer up a small space.
Favorite weeknight meal: Spicy Chicken Rigatoni. Apparently this is a Buca Di Beppo copycat recipe. It looks incredibly creamy and satisfying.
Favorite nibble: Raspberry Lemon Scones. Perfectly light and nibbleable for summer.
Favorite fun: “Where I’ve Been” Scratch Map. So, so, so cool! And great for kids, don’t you think?
Favorite reuse: 54 Uses for Binder Clips that Will Change Your Life. Ok, check these out. If you don’t have an a-ha moment, at least you’ll laugh! ;)
Mollie 05.11.2012
Scratch that — 1025, someone already guessed 1024!
Allison Skeries 05.11.2012
My guess is 1,206
MC 05.11.2012
Such a cool knife block! I am guessing 1156 skewers.
Ours ran out of room years ago so we would love this one thanks for the chance!
Mollie 05.11.2012
My guess is 1024 :)
Nicole 05.11.2012
1111
Looks like a fun number!
Charlene Austin 05.11.2012
Wow…..I wish I knew him when I was renovating my kitchen. I have Walnut floors and the knife block would have pride of place in my home!!! Beautiful!
Charlene Austin 05.11.2012
Sorry…..forgot to put my guess. 2501.
Sarah 05.11.2012
1,042 skewers!
Laura 05.11.2012
1,444! I love your friday favorites, they make me smile!
Darcie 05.11.2012
I’m guessing 4219.
Thanks!!
KSW 05.11.2012
My guess is 952
What a gorgeous knife block!
Emily C 05.11.2012
1100!
Jody 05.11.2012
1156, max! Thanks!
Krystal 05.11.2012
905!!
Casey 05.11.2012
883? :)
Meghan 05.11.2012
961
Amber Henry 05.11.2012
My educated guess is 1225 skewers.
Lindsay Petermeier 05.11.2012
1.089 – :) super cool knife block!
Courtney 05.11.2012
1007 :)
little bit 05.11.2012
I really look forward to your Friday Favorites… I’ve pinned almost everything listed today. that PB-choc cake? TO DIE FOR. lemon raspberry scones? *drool*
Ashley 05.11.2012
I’m going to guess 1,222.
I love your Friday list posts – they’re my favorite of the week on any blog!