Happy Friday everyone!
I’ve been having day-later syndrome all week and sort of thought this day would never come. Hate when that happens! ;) Ben and I are heading into a quiet weekend, which is a-ok with me as the next month or so is going to be crazy. My in-laws will be here next weekend for another baby shower, we move the weekend after that, the following weeks will be filled with unpacking, then…dunh, dunh, dunhhhh…BABY!
I am still sorting out what my posting schedule will look like after the little man get here, but I’m assuming I’ll take a couple weeks off then move into a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule, with an occasional weekend post. That could all change, of course, but it’s what I’m thinking will happen at the moment. We shall see!
Well enough of my babbling – wherever you are, and whatever you do, have a wonderful weekend and please enjoy my favorite finds from around the web in this week’s Friday Favorites!
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Favorite woah: Chocolate Strawberry Nutella Cake. I saw this cake on the Pioneer Woman’s show a few weeks ago and not only did it look stunning, I can’t even imagine how insane it must taste. Strawberries + chocolate cake + whipped cream + nutella? Yes please!
Favorite find: The Kitchen Safe. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve ordered Ben to take this away from me (most recently Snickers bites – OMG have you had those yet?!) From candy to video game remote controls, put whatever it is you need to practice self control around in the safe, then set a timer and wait until it goes off before you can retrieve the item again. So brilliant. I want 100.
Favorite slurp: Olive-Oil Poached Cherry Tomato Sauce. Gosh, speaking of tomato season, I can’t wait to put a big batch of Sweet 100s to good use in this fresh and summery recipe.
Favorite DIY: How to Make a Chalkboard Serving Tray. My sister-in-law sent me this DIY/design blog earlier this week and I have pinned at least 10 projects I want to make for the new house, including this easy DIY chalkboard serving tray. So cute!
Favorite devour: Roasted Blueberry Coconut Quinoa Parfaits with Coconut Granola. Just…yes. Roasted blueberries? Yes!
Favorite project: “Copper” Curtain Rods. Our new home has pull down shades on one level of the outdoor living space but I like the idea of sheer outdoor curtains for when we want lighter sun coverage. These “copper” rods look AMAZING. You’ll never guess what they’re actually made of!
Favorite lunch: Smoked Salmon Cucumber Wraps. The perfect light lunch. I could even see them cut into pinwheels for a yummy party app.
Favorite fitness: Super Sweaty Tabata Supersets. I’ve been struggling with even walking these past two weeks due to sciatic nerve pain and pain caused from over-straining my knee doing literally the simplest yoga move ever like, 2 months ago. That being said, seeing workouts like this one gets me so excited to get back into the swing of things after the baby is born and I wait the required amount of time before exercising again, naturally. I guess I’m just looking forward to sweating (from something other than being 8 months pregnant, that is.) :)
Favorite frozen: Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Popsicles. How perfect do these look? Gorgeous photography.
Favorite space. I really need to get my guest room act together in the new house. Right now it’s a completely random mish-mash of items. Thinking this setup and color scheme (pops of blues, pinks, and oranges set on white) is really lavish yet cozy-feeling. The leopard bench is too-fab, too.
Favorite bite: Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad. A Mediterranean-flavored pasta salad that is making my mouth water. This would be great to take along to a cook out.
Favorite furball. When I first saw this picture I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry (out of terror.) I decided to laugh…uncontrollably. HILARIOUS. I want this sweet pooch.
Favorite sweet: Strawberry Shortcake Rice Krispie Treats. Rice Krispie Treats studded with Angel Food Cake then topped with whipped cream and strawberries. ‘Nuf said!
Lauren Williams 06.07.2013
I can’t stress enough how much I NEED that kitchen safe. I always tell my husband to hide the chocolate up high (I’m 5 foot nothin) But I would probably only end up setting it for 5 minutes at a time ;) haha! And I like that workout. I have been looking for crossfit inspired workouts lately! Have a relaxing weekend!
Emily @ Life on Food 06.07.2013
Hello Nutella cake!
Kristina 06.07.2013
Where is that serving bowl from? If I don’t win I want to buy one!
Iowa Girl Eats 06.09.2013
It’s from Anthropologie – I absolutely love mine, it’s the perfect size for serving a side dish or using it as a fruit bowl!
Jules 06.07.2013
I love that bedroom!
Donna Ingalls 06.07.2013
The strawberry shortcake and Rice Krispies combo looks delicious.
Erin 06.07.2013
Rice Krispie treats are one of my favorites. Love the strawberry shortcake idea! :)
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl 06.07.2013
That kitchen safe is seriously hilarious!!! I need that for nuts and trail mix! ;)
Linda Wilson 06.07.2013
I just LOVE reading your Blog and trying the various recipes :-) . . . . we moved here from Northwood, IA and to say I miss Iowa is a HUGE understatement ! ! ! ! !
SOOOOOOOO enjoy your input ~ Thanks :-), Linda
Corey@Learning Patience 06.07.2013
I love these posts! Last wk I made the chalkboard frame thing and it came out amazing! Thanks!
Xoxo from Trinidad
Barbara 06.07.2013
OMG I just pledged to that kitchensafe on kickstarter! I want it made!!
Carrie 06.07.2013
PLEASE take a couple weeks off after you have your baby – we will completely understand! I have a 3 month old and the first couple weeks are a blur!! Focus on yourself, getting something good to eat, and we will be waiting when you come back!
Becky 06.07.2013
I put chalkboard paint on pretty much anything that is holding still, so I LOVE that serving tray!
Kayla 06.07.2013
Our schedules are like, exactly the same! This is our last sorta-quiet weekend, except that my hubby is working and I am hosting a garage sale. But then next week we close on our house, then go home to Wisconsin for our baby shower, and then the following weekend we move. It’s so crazy to think that, once the move is over, it’ll be time to wait for baby (or babies, in my case). Good luck with everything this month! I’ll be thinking of you!
Katie @ Daily Cup of Kate 06.07.2013
I NEED to try those popsicles. Anything with the peanut butter and chocolate combo always turn out great!
Alicia 06.07.2013
Great giveaway! I love the style of the bowls, butter dish and measuring spoons! Also, I love those curtain rods – my guess is they are made out of PVC pipe…I couldn’t tell from the link. Have a great relaxing weekend!
Becky @ Olives n Wine 06.07.2013
Oh my goodness, I NEED that kitchen safe! I also tell my husband to take things away from me and he replies: “Why don’t you just show some self-control?” AHH – there is no such thing as self-control around chocolate and peanut butter :)
Sarah 06.07.2013
Oh man, those chocolate covered popsicles look delicious! And I must make that sun-dried tomato pasta salad!
Emily @ More Than Just Dessert 06.07.2013
That DIY chalkboard serving tray is such a great idea!
toni 06.07.2013
from MN and so is land o lakes!
Trish 06.07.2013
I’m drooling so bad over that Nutella cake. I must look away before I run right out of the house for the ingredients :)