a lovely little blog

Another little loves where I have to catch up on two weeks! Last week I filmed a new vlog, had date night, and went to see the bf's band play again. The night of the show, by pure happen-stance I got to see my 3 best friends (one was in town from NY) AND my 3 best blogger friends (one was in town from NY too!). That made my whole week!

I got these amazing jeans from Target and got quite a few stares, but I don't care cause I'm obsessed!

Can't wait till it warms up and I can style them a bit more.

It's tradition when the 4 of us (myself and my 3 best friends) are home to grab bagels before one of us leaves again.

It's always too early and too short but I love it and I love them.

Last week I ordered the most adorable nerd glasses. They should be here by Monday, I can not wait!!

Do you own a pair of fashion specs?

This week it was much of the same; work, date nights, and blogging. I edited the vlog I filmed last week, and it is all set to go live this week! On tuesday I got to go se the bf's band again for their annual Fat Tuesday gig at Russo's. One of the places me and Steven (bf) always talk about going is New Orleans, him for the music and I for the food. I'm not sure where my obsession for Cafe Du Monde beignets started but I got to have my first taste of them on Tuesday!

They were doughy, fried, covered in sugar, and heaven! Not to mention I had my most

favorite food ever before this, fried green tomatoes!

I ended my week with this adorable little baby who decided to make his bed right on top of my clean clothes.

I couldn't say no to him so I let him stay for a while.

Hope you lovelies had a great week! What was the best thing you did this week?!

Saturday, February 25, 2012

lovely little recipe

Oreo Truffles (Golden)

This had to have been one of the easiest things I have ever made. As some of you lovelies may already know by now, my boyfriend has a giant sweet tooth and is a big Oreo fan. (Check

out the Mini-Oreo Cheesecakes I made for his birthday treat HERE) I made these for him as his Valentine's treat! If nothing else the ingredient list for this recipe sold me, 3 items and no oven.

You Will Need:

1 Package of Oreo's (Golden or Classic) - Crushed

(I choose Double Stuf)

1- 8oz package of Cream Cheese - Softened

1 Bag of Chocolate Chips or Melting Disks

(I chose both Milk Chocolate + White Chocolate)

First stack your oreos in a tower and take a cute picture like so, then eat some.

Crush up your Oreo's and add in your softened cream cheese.

Use an electric mixer to mix the two together until doughy.

Let dough sit in fridge/freezer until firm.

Roll dough into roughly 1 inch balls.

Set on wax paper and return to fridge/freezer to harden.

Melt your chocolate, and dip away!

Return to wax paper and fridge/freezer.

Look how beautiful and delicious these are! I am going to make him some using the classic Oreo's next!

These were seriously a breeze to make! Have you ever made these?!

Thursday, February 23, 2012

iphone + apps

Whether you have an iPhone, Droid, iPad, or other device finding great and useful apps is always a plus! I had a few of these apps with my droid that I carried over onto my iPhone. Whenever I have the opportunity to check out other people iPhones I get right into it. I love to see how they organize their phone and apps, and of course see if there are any new apps I need. So it was no surprise to me the crazy amount of emails I received requesting a iPhone + apps post!

I won't talk about ALL my apps because some of them are self explanatory and well it would take forever. So without further ado here is my iPhone...

Home Screen 1

Upon getting my iPhone I quickly changed around my dock. These are the four main buttons I am reaching for at all times.

GroupMe: My brother first introduced this app to me and I love it! The awesome thing about this is you don't even need a smart phone to use it. You create "Groups" of people who all send and receive each others messages. I use it for my 4 best friends so we can all talk together. You can also conference call the group as well.

The rest of this screen is pretty boring usual stuff like Facebook, Calendar, Notes, Etc. except when you get to my Photography folder...

Instagram: This doesn't really need an explanation, I just love Instagram!

PhotoShop Express: I have yet to use this too much but its a free app and figured it might come in handy at some point, right?

Diptic: This is a photo collage app that I honestly have only used once I think. And the only app I have paid for. I hope to put it to more use this summer.

Viddy: I just downloaded Viddy this past week and it seems pretty cool! Think Instagram but for video and free of course!

Piictu: I got this app last week too and have yet to explore it too much. Basically what you do is take a picture of anything, like your morning coffee and then the thousands of other Piictu users reply with their morning coffee picture. Thought it might be fun to play around with.

Home Screen 2

Virtual Wallet: This is my mobile banking app by PNC. Virtual Wallet is an AMAZING banking tool that is free to PNC users. Seriously if you have PNC you need to use this, and if you don't have PNC you should probably switch just for this program.

Starbucks: Need I say more? I love my SB app so much! I pay for my tea every morning with my phone and then reload my balance myself though the app too!

The only apps here that don't come automatically with the iPhone are Pandora which is awesome and Vevo which allows me to watch a lot of videos the YouTube app won't pull up.

Groupon + Living Social: Both of these are amazing sites that run special group coupons. I have bought some for E.L.F cosmetics, American Apparel, and lots of local places too! Love these apps!

RL Classic: This is an app that allows you to search for the best price on an item just by scanning the barcode. I have only used it a handful of time when looking for electronics but it has been useful!

Tag: This is your standard Tag reader that I use to scan tags from magazines, cosmetics, and other items. I use it quite often!

Coupons + GeoQpons: I had both of these apps when I had my droid and I love them! I am all for a good deal and these literally have every store you can imagine. Before I check out anywhere I pull up these apps and do a quick search for a coupon and then the cashier can usually scan my phone right then and there. Everything from Loft, JCrew, Sunglasses Hut, Coach, H+M, Ulta, Olive Garden, CPK, and more!

Lucky Shopper: This just allows me to easily enter contest through Lucky Magazine with a scanner.

Etsy + Ebay: What can I say, I love to shop!

MapQuest: As far as I know this is the only free app that will give you VOICE Commanded turn-by-turn directions. I love and NEED this app.

AroundMe: This app quickly pulls up businesses around your current location. You can search by category too. It definitely comes in handy.

SkyView: Allows me to hold my phone up to the sky at night and tell what stars/planets/ and constellations I am looking at. This is basically like your phones "party trick".

Gas Buddy: I actually use this a lot. I live and work quite a distance away from each other and usually the difference in gas price is like 30 cents or so.

Localmind: I just got this app this very evening on my brothers recommendation but it seems pretty cool. Basically you give suggestions on places based on your location. You can even ask people who around a specific location for the best coffee shop, sushi spot, etc. I need to play around a bit more but it seems pretty fun!

Home Screen 3

Fandango: I actually have no idea how or why I even have his app but I don't remember ever using it, guess I will delete it soon.

ShopStyle: I just adore this app, seriously. Say you need a red dress or some nude pumps, this app will pull up hundreds of results that take you directly to the site to buy them .You can filter by colors, prices, and more.

Pinterest: I love Pinterest and usually if I can't fall asleep at night I just pin on my phone for a bit and before I know it I'm asleep!

Newsstand: This comes with iPhone and I wish I could get ANY real magazines through it. I have yet to see one US magazine that I would even consider getting. Mind you I have subscriptions to Allure, Glamour, and Lucy just to name a few and none of them have phone versions yet.

Sephora: Duh, I adore make-up! Also there are some great specials on this app!

Mark.Trends: I am a Mark Rep and this comes in quite handy at times! This is also for Mark customers too!

I have been waiting forever for Beautylish to come out with and app so that will eventually be on my phone soon!

So there it is, in all it's iPhone glory. This post has me wanting to re-organize a bit and get rid of a thing or two. I am always looking for new good apps so please SHARE if you know of any!

Do you use any of the same apps I do? What are your favorite apps?

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

beauty deal alert + giveaway winner

Thanks to the lovelies over at Nouveau Cheap I quickly signed up for Target Mobile coupons and redeemed my $2 off any Sonia Kashuk item today. I picked up this really nice brow groomer with metal comb. Some of the girls over at Nouveau got lipstick on clearance for $2.80 and ended up only paying 80 cents for it! At my Target the lipsticks were on clearance but only down to $4 something so I stuck with this pick because I have been really wanting one with a metal comb.

Also a big THANK YOU to all who entered the last giveaway and CONGRATULATIONS to the winner!

Thursday, February 16, 2012

why didn't i think of it thursday

It has been quite a while since I have done a "why didn't i think of it thursday" post! If you missed the first two posts check them out here and here! I really can't express how many amazing, wonderful, and brilliant ideas are floating all around Pinterest! Every time I am there I find something else that makes me say "DUH!". Simple solutions to storage issues or DIY projects that are easy and beautiful, your pins and board s could go on forever!

This little list is just a few of my favorite things I have crossed while pinning away my time.

1. This adorable DIY stencil-pillow is from one of my favorite blogs Wit & Whistle. All you need is a sharpie fabric marker, a pillow or cover, and stencil! I am definitely going to make one of these!

2. When I first stumbled across this pin, I actually think I smacked myself in the head. Bobby pins are everywhere in my life, I leave a trail of them wherever I go. This little magnet strip inside your bathroom cabinet is positively ingenious! I'm not surprised this idea came from Super Woman.

3. I am always looking for better ways to travel with jewelry and this tops the list. Sliding your necklace chains through a straw to keep them from tangling with other jewelry, from Real Simple.

4. I just adore this storage idea for cupcake liners. So cute I would keep mine out on the counter for decoration. Thanks to Torie Jayne for sharing her clever little idea with us.

5. Who would have thought to add a tension rod under the sink so you have more space? It's no surprise this one comes from another favorite blog Apartment Therapy.

6. Using Google Maps to envelope your letters is seriously creative. Next letter I send out (that's headed South of me of course) is going this way. This idea came from Incredible Things.

Which idea is your favorite?

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

lovely little find + giveaway

When I first stumbled upon The Dedication Company and it's perfectly simple pieces I was instantly smitten! With so much flashy, gaudy jewelry everywhere these days it's always nice when you find jewelry that doesn't scream look at me, but rather whispers it. I instantly contacted Rebecca the lovely lady behind The Dedication Co. to see if she would be interested in working together and she was a total gem to work with.

I asked Rebecca to give my readers a little background on The Dedication Company and how it began she had this to say;

"Hi! I'm Rebecca the designer/maker behind The Dedication Company. I am thankful for the partnership I've built with Lyndsey - she's such a kind and friendly person! I originally got my start in jewelry design working with gemstones and sterling silver and had another jewelry company altogether. I created one personalized piece that was featured in a major catalog for retail as well as around the internet and on television. I ended up building an entire collection around that piece which is how The Dedication Company was born. The Dedication Company launched about a year ago and has kept me so busy that I haven't had time to design for my original sterling/gemstone line. I am debuting a new pieces for that line in early March 2012. You can follow my blog for updates about both jewelry lines and to learn a little bit more about me."