Friday, January 11, 2013

Quilted Nails



I never knew this technique existed until now! It is amazing!!
This idea originated on the beautiful nails of The Polishaholic and was inspired by a cellphone case. She added bling to each crossroad for detail. I decided that since I wear gloves all day at work, the bling would be a bit much for everyday wear. 

I used Wet n Wild "I Need A Refresh-Mint" and I did not use a topcoat for fear that the "quilting" may disappear. Here is a quick photo of how I used nail striping tape to achieve the effect...
Check out the original tutorial here. Hope you guys try these...let me know if you do!!
Thanks for reading!!


Sunday, January 6, 2013

Portabella Mushroom Fajitas


I love mushrooms, especially Portabella Mushrooms! They're so hearty & filling. I had 2 in the fridge, but my mom still has my grill, so what do I do? Why not fajitas? I scoured the kitchen to find ingredients (didn't wanna go to grocery store). Here's what I came up with...

Ingredients
2 Portabella Mushrooms caps
1 yellow bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 small onion
garlic cloves 
tortillas
salsa
2 avocados
olive oil
Accent for seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Remove mushroom stems. Mine were already removed. Slice mushrooms to desired thickness. Slice bell peppers, onion & garlic.

In a saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium to high heat. Add onions & peppers. I decided to use red onion. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until onions are translucent, stirring frequently. Add garlic, then mushrooms. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
In a separate bowl, slice & mash avocados & stir in your desired amount of salsa. I decided to use Pace Garlic & Lime Verde & Siracha hot sauce. Yummy!
Warm tortillas in microwave for about 20 seconds. Spread avocado mixture over each tortilla, then top with veggie/mushroom mixture. This recipe makes about 4 fajitas...
Don't the mushrooms look just like steak?! I am proud to say that this was a very healthy and tasty lunch/dinner. And I didn't even use salt or cheese, and I loooove cheese! Go me!! Enjoy..

PerfectoThanks for reading!!

Monday, December 31, 2012

My Favorite Manis of 2012 (pic heavy post)


Happy New Year!!!

Just wanted to stop by and show you some of my favorite manis from throughout the year...

My top 12 in 2012...

Galaxy Nails

Fruit

Pastel Leopard

Polka Dots with a Twist

Breast Cancer Awareness

Fish Net French Tip

Pink & Black Zebra Dots

Snowman/Snowflakes

Rainbow Shatter

Green Ombre Polka Dots

Interlocking Dots

Pink Friday Leopard Print

The last 2 are my "Honorable Mention Manis". I couldn't leave these off of my Favorites List!!

2 Chainz!!

 Rihanna Music Video Inspired

I had so much fun this year buying and swatching nail polish. Can't wait to break into some of the new 2013 collections that have been sneaking around all the blogs...See you next year!!

 Thanks for reading!!