Thursday, June 30, 2011
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
tres leches
An easy version of tres leches with a couple of twists. I made this for my boyfriend's birthday and a lot of people asked for the recipe so I thought the blog was a great place to share it.
I never follow recipes. I always end up simplifying some things and adding in extra ingredients. So here is my created version!
Start with yellow butter boxed cake mix and follow the instructions to make (three eggs, stick of butter, water) but with the addition of about a half cup of brown sugar.
Bake cake as directed:
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes or so and then poke lots of holes in the top of the cake with a fork. I mean lots and lots.
For the "tres leches" part, mix 1 pint heavy whipping cream, one can evaporated milk and one can sweetened condensed milk. I decided to add a splash of vanilla and about a 1/2 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice. I thought it really added some good flavors to the mix:
Whisk together then pour slowly over cake with holes:
Most people make a fancy whipped cream topping but I mixed together a tub of cool whip and a can of vanilla frosting for my topping. It is the part I got the most compliments on by far:
Let sit in the fridge over night!
As an added bonus, I wanted to make adult birthday candles since this was a birthday cake. I hollowed out some strawberries and then afixed them on top of the slices of cake.
I then filled them with alcohol (I used bacardi 151) and lit them on fire:
Ta-dah! Happy cooking!
I never follow recipes. I always end up simplifying some things and adding in extra ingredients. So here is my created version!
Start with yellow butter boxed cake mix and follow the instructions to make (three eggs, stick of butter, water) but with the addition of about a half cup of brown sugar.
Bake cake as directed:Let the cake cool for 10 minutes or so and then poke lots of holes in the top of the cake with a fork. I mean lots and lots.For the "tres leches" part, mix 1 pint heavy whipping cream, one can evaporated milk and one can sweetened condensed milk. I decided to add a splash of vanilla and about a 1/2 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice. I thought it really added some good flavors to the mix:
Whisk together then pour slowly over cake with holes:Most people make a fancy whipped cream topping but I mixed together a tub of cool whip and a can of vanilla frosting for my topping. It is the part I got the most compliments on by far:
Let sit in the fridge over night!
As an added bonus, I wanted to make adult birthday candles since this was a birthday cake. I hollowed out some strawberries and then afixed them on top of the slices of cake.
I then filled them with alcohol (I used bacardi 151) and lit them on fire:
Ta-dah! Happy cooking!
Monday, June 27, 2011
Watches by Frédérique Constant for Land and Alpina for Sea
The Frédérique Constant Manufacture Tourbillon Grand Feu.
The Swiss watch brand Frédérique Constant and its subsidiary Alpina have been awfully busy lately producing new models of timepieces.
Among the new releases for Frédérique Constant is its Manufacture Tourbillon Grand Feu featuring a hand-enameled dial. The company says that genuine enamel dials are rare and only made by watch
ModelWP
No, I haven't taken up modeling. I just got a very exciting phone call today.
You know my salon Michael Anthony, the one that I frequent ENTIRELY too much?
Well, I got a phone call from them this morning saying they were doing a new ad campaign and wondering if I'd come in for a photoshoot to be part of it!!!! Two whole hours dedicated to making me pretty and taking pictures of me. You know I can't turn down an opportunity to have my hair played with, so I obviously said yes. And luckily this time my mother-in-law can watch BabyWP so we don't shelling out a bunch of money for me to have my hair played with, like we did last time.
The pictures will be used on their website, in their salons, on their facebook page, and other promotional materials. Eep!
They'll be doing my hair and makeup, but they asked me to bring in 3 outfits for me to wear. OMG WHAT AM I GOING TO WEAR???? I'm particularly fond of this new dress of mine (yes, I bought it. No, I shouldn't have).
But the salon person said that they would prefer solids. And that dress is very not solid. Once again, WHAT AM I GOING TO WEAR?????????????????????????
I think I'm going to have to try on outfits and post pics and have y'all decide.
The photoshoot isn't until July 13th, so there's time. Anyone want to come over and go through my closet with me? Or, you know, go shopping and pick out all new things to wear?
I knew my salon addiction would pay off eventually! And by payoff I mean not pay me anything but let me live out a modeling fantasy for an afternoon.
You know my salon Michael Anthony, the one that I frequent ENTIRELY too much?
Well, I got a phone call from them this morning saying they were doing a new ad campaign and wondering if I'd come in for a photoshoot to be part of it!!!! Two whole hours dedicated to making me pretty and taking pictures of me. You know I can't turn down an opportunity to have my hair played with, so I obviously said yes. And luckily this time my mother-in-law can watch BabyWP so we don't shelling out a bunch of money for me to have my hair played with, like we did last time.
The pictures will be used on their website, in their salons, on their facebook page, and other promotional materials. Eep!
They'll be doing my hair and makeup, but they asked me to bring in 3 outfits for me to wear. OMG WHAT AM I GOING TO WEAR???? I'm particularly fond of this new dress of mine (yes, I bought it. No, I shouldn't have).
But the salon person said that they would prefer solids. And that dress is very not solid. Once again, WHAT AM I GOING TO WEAR?????????????????????????I think I'm going to have to try on outfits and post pics and have y'all decide.
The photoshoot isn't until July 13th, so there's time. Anyone want to come over and go through my closet with me? Or, you know, go shopping and pick out all new things to wear?
I knew my salon addiction would pay off eventually! And by payoff I mean not pay me anything but let me live out a modeling fantasy for an afternoon.
love this...
American Eagle corset dress:
Lela Rose wrap dress:
J. Crew Factory printed ruffle dress:
Madewell palm prints dress:
Preen silk-georgette and crepe dress:
Lela Rose wrap dress:
J. Crew Factory printed ruffle dress:
Madewell palm prints dress:
Preen silk-georgette and crepe dress:
Sunday, June 26, 2011
The Noor Collection from Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry
Oversized cocktail rings encasing large black onyx gem inside lacy white-gold cages is the cornerstone of the Noor collection.
In a private suite at the Mandalay Bay resort in Las Vegas on a floor dominated by the private suites of the Swiss luxury watch companies, Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry showcased the Noor collection, as part of Las Vegas Jewelry Week.
Black onyx pendant with 18k white
Friday, June 24, 2011
Second update 6/25/11: Kimberley Process Allows Zimbabwe to Sell Diamonds from Marange, Or Did it?
Miners at the Marange diamond fields.
The Kimberley Process ended its ban of Zimbabwe diamonds from the controversial Manage diamond fields— which has been the source of murders, human rights abuses and diamond smuggling—according to media reports.It is also the source of what is believed by many to be the largest deposit of diamonds in the world.
Update, 6/24/11, 6:30 p.m. EDT: Apparently
Di Modolo’s Triadra Argento Collection
Triadra necklace With faceted onyx from the Icon collection.
When one considers Di Modolo jewelry, thoughts often turn to a tradition of Italian design and hand craftsmanship. It is also known for its gold jewelry. Not anymore. In an acceptance of the economic realities facing much of the western world, the Milan-based company has introduced a line of silver jewelry based on its signature
this week in iphone pics
A dessert that everyone raved over and was secretly super simple.
I saw this on pinterest-
Buy a tube of cookie dough and spread over a greased 9x13 baking pan. Cover with a layer of oreos:
Buy box mix brownie batter, make and pour on top of cookie layers:
Bake at 350 for 40 minutes...
and I covered mine with a dollop of peanut butter... because I'm a fat kid at heart :)
SO EASY!
I saw this on pinterest-
Buy a tube of cookie dough and spread over a greased 9x13 baking pan. Cover with a layer of oreos:
Buy box mix brownie batter, make and pour on top of cookie layers:
Bake at 350 for 40 minutes...
and I covered mine with a dollop of peanut butter... because I'm a fat kid at heart :)
SO EASY!
Frugal Friday
Since I am so very frugal (yes, I am! maybe), I've decided to start a new series on EWP: Frugal Fridays. Every Friday I'll bring you cute looks for under $50. Or mostly under $50, one today is a few bucks over.
Today's theme is feminine summer - I bring you, what else, ruffles and bows!
Let me know how you like the idea of Frugal Fridays. If it's a bust, I won't make you deal with it every Friday. But I thought it'd be fun.
xoxo,
FrugalWP
Well, I guess I wouldn't wear Prada if I was frugal. P is for Payless? Ew, gross. I'm not that frugal. Let's just stick with Prada, but only some Prada, which makes me frugal.
Delias, was $39.50, sale $31.50
Charlotte Russe, $26.99 *
Today's theme is feminine summer - I bring you, what else, ruffles and bows!
Let me know how you like the idea of Frugal Fridays. If it's a bust, I won't make you deal with it every Friday. But I thought it'd be fun.
xoxo,
FrugalWP
Well, I guess I wouldn't wear Prada if I was frugal. P is for Payless? Ew, gross. I'm not that frugal. Let's just stick with Prada, but only some Prada, which makes me frugal.
Shabby Apple, $47 @
Mod Cloth, $42.99 *
Mod Cloth, $39.99
Mod Cloth, $32.99
Lulus, $45 @
Lulus, $55
Forever 21, $19.80
Forever 21, $17.80
Forever 21, $14.80
Forever 21, $32.80
Delias, was $39.50, sale $31.50
Charlotte Russe, $26.99 *@ Available in more colors
* EWP fave
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Eva Peron’s Stolen Jewelry Recovered in Italy
Police show recovered stolen jewelry once belonging to Eva Perón.
Approximately $8.5 million of jewelry once owned by the famed first lady of Argentina, Eva Perón, has been recovered in Italy. Italian Carabinieri, working with Spanish police, said Wednesday they found the diamond tiara, diamond earrings and rings in a hotel room on the outskirts of Milan, according to media reports.Police say
The Collapse of the Kimberley Process Appears Imminent
A Kimberley Process certificate, which ensures that diamonds are conflict-free. Photo credit: De Beers
The Kimberley Process, which has been in a stalemate during the past two years over whether to allow Zimbabwe to sell diamonds from its controversial Marange diamond field, now appears to be breaking apart, according to published reports.
The civil society coalition, one of the three pillars
Tiffany Names Pat McGuiness CFO and Jim Fernandez as COO
Tiffany & Co. made two changes among its executive officers, effective immediately.
Patrick F. McGuiness, 45, was appointed senior vice president and chief financial officer. McGuiness joined Tiffany in 1990 and has held a variety of management positions within the finance and merchandising divisions. He was promoted to senior vice president - finance in 2007, responsible for Tiffany's worldwide
Three things I love Thursday: June 23, 2011
1. jam hearts jam hearts
2. Kate Spade sunglasses:
The shape would be horrible on me but I love them!
3. This iPhone charging station:
My next DIY if I can figure out how to do it!
2. Kate Spade sunglasses:
The shape would be horrible on me but I love them!3. This iPhone charging station:
My next DIY if I can figure out how to do it!
Pretty Up Your Table This Summer
I know I don't often talk about things that can't be worn, but this pitcher just struck as me total cuteness for your table this summer. Serve some lemonade, sangria, even water. Just get your friends together and enjoy the nice weather!
Le Creuset, was $70, sale $50 @
Le Creuset, was $70, sale $50 @ @Available in more colors
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
There's an App for the Jewelry News Network
The Jewelry News Network is steadily growing its digital footprint. It has now gone mobile through an application for Android phones.
The new app is easy to use and is constantly updated so you can quickly learn about the latest news, products and trends in the jewelry industry anywhere your phone goes. The best part is the app is free. Click on an image for a larger view.
There is advertising
The new app is easy to use and is constantly updated so you can quickly learn about the latest news, products and trends in the jewelry industry anywhere your phone goes. The best part is the app is free. Click on an image for a larger view.
There is advertising
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