I picked up 6 of these navy and white striped bins 

from The Container Store

in an attempt to make the back office pretty

seeing everyone write about the One Room Challenge makes me want to quit procrastinating and tackle the few tiny organizational projects I’ve been putting off for months.  

it’s looking better already! 

{navy and white striped bins}

This snow/rain/slush mixture all week has me ready for shorts season

and this summer I need to get a pair of cutoffs. 

take me here. now. please. 

these in particular. 

{cutoff jean shorts}

a more realistic purchase would be these socks/tights

you can wear flats and heels while still keeping your toesies warm! 

genius. 

{Keysocks, $9.95 per pair}    

This article with 101 Fashion Tips and Tricks Everyone Should Know is filled with useful information.

just a few examples: 

*Remove white deodorant marks from a garment by gently rubbing the protective foam used on hangers against the fabric.

*Despite what it says on the tag, cashmere is best washed by hand. To dry it, use a salad spinner, which releases excess water in seconds.

* Pour a dash of vodka into vase water to extend the life of your flowers.

*To stretch tight shoes, fill two freezer bags with water and place into each shoe. Let it freeze overnight. As the water freezes, it’ll gently expand your shoes.

and the list goes on and on…… 

This skirt is possibly the cutest thing I have ever seen

{kate spade checkered sadie skirt}

I want to bake something healthier this weekend than my usual weekend sweet treats, 

and I just came across Multiply Delicious   

and these banana cinnamon muffins are the front contender right now. 

I have a friend’s wedding in 2 weeks and I am having a tough time figuring out what to wear for a winter wedding in Chicago. I found a dress on Rent The Runway but I’m not so sure how I feel about it anymore. 

I keep leaning towards black

{Rachel Pally Thandie Dress}  

{erin fetherston black + lace dress}

or lace

{scalloped lace dress}

or green/emerald 

{Halston Heritage Pleats Gone Wild}

 how adorable is this dress?

(Larson Stripe Dress}

it’s just too damn bad flashing your crotch isn’t in fashion.

unless your 5 feet nothing, something tells me this wont work.  

happy weekend 🙂 

xoxo

DIRECTIONS:  Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together cream cheese and sour cream in a large bowl. Mix in refried beans until combined. Stir in taco seasoning.

Spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray. Spread mixture evenly into the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle the top with both cheeses.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese in melted and slightly browned. Serve with tortilla chips.

It was a great way to end a fabulous, snowy weekend.