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Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Blog Sale || Everything Under $70!

As I mentioned before I always get inspired to clean out in the New Year. Since I like to buy new clothes that means cleaning out some old clothes. I am happy to combine shipping. Email me nataliemason24@yahoo.com with any questions or to purchase! $5 shipping.

|| Stripe Silk Blouse

size 2 (fits like a 4)

$40

SOLD

|| Zara Dress

size 4

$50

SOLD

I wore this while pregnant, so it will fit a bump too if you need a bump friendly dress.

|| Rebecca Taylor Dress

size 2

$44

SOLD

I bought this while pregnant and it just doesn't fit my body right, such a great dress. I am selling it for what I paid for it on clearance.

|| Vince Poncho

size small

$65

SOLD

I lived in this baby while I was pregnant so cute over dresses or with jeans.

|| Vince Cashmere Tee

size small

$50

SOLD

|| Rebecca Taylor Silk Tee

size 6

This is silk front, tee shirt sleeves and back

$40

SOLD

|| Rebecca Taylor Ruffle Front Blouse

size 2

$65

|| JCREW Sweater Dress

Size XS (runs large)

$40

SOLD

|| Rebecca Taylor Hot Pink Blouse

Size 2 (runs way large)

$50

this is another great maternity blouse because it is so loose.

SOLD

|| Amanda Uprichard Cobalt Dress

size small

$65

|| Theory Tee Shirt Dress

size medium

$40

SOLD

|| Rebecca Taylor Floral Blouse

size 2

$65

SOLD

|| Rebecca Taylor Tunic Blouse

size 2

$65

another great pregnancy top because it is loose.

|| Rebecca Taylor Eyelet Dress

size 4

$50

|| JCREW Navy Silk Blouse

size 4

$35

SOLD

|| JCREW side Split Tunic

size XS

$35

SOLD

|| JCREW Swing Sweater

size small

$35

SOLD

|| Joie Silk Blouse

size small

$50

My Favorite Cookbooks + Mediterranean Lentil Salad

At the beginning of a New Year I am always inspired to cook more and try new recipes. One of my goals this year is to use my cookbooks more and make more fresh meals for my family.

I often get requests about my favorite cookbooks, so here are my all time favorites. Now keep in mind I am a cookbook hoarder, I love to read them and collect them. I probably own 50+. These however are the most used cookbooks, the recipes never disappoint. So if you are looking to add some new cookbooks to your collection or to start a collection these are all wonderful!

I just ordered this cookbook right before Christmas and it is quickly becoming a favorite. We made the Coconut Oatmeal for breakfast this week and it was so good. If you are looking to detox or clean up your diet it is a great book. It has two different detox options 3 days or 21 days and it is filled with healthy recipes that are delicious.

Clean Slate Cookbook

Our overnight coconut oatmeal, so good!

It is no secret I am a huge Ina Garten fan. Like I am kind of obsessed with her, I should start a fan club. She knows how to entertain and do it right. Her recipes never disappoint ever. I own every single one of her cookbooks and love them all, but these 3 are my favorites.

Good starting points: the kale chips, warm butternut squash salad, tomato tarts, quinoa tabbouleh, Parmesan roasted broccoli, confetti corn, I could go on and on!

Back to Basics | Foolproof | Make It Ahead

I also have a major crush on Gwyneth Paltrow- she can do no wrong in my eyes and trust me her food is good. I have loved every recipe I have made from her books.

If you need ideas of where to start : The Lettuce Wraps, Stir Fry Chicken, Roasted Cauliflower are favorites.

GP Its All Good | GP My Fathers Daughter

These two cookbooks have such beautiful pictures and recipes. I get so inspired just flipping through them. The Williams Sonoma Salad book is filled with salads for each season. I am a huge fan of salads and this one has 365 salad recipes. The Sprouted Kitchen has so many healthy delish recipes.

WS Salad of the Day | The Sprouted Kitchen

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I wanted to share a new recipe too. I posted this lentil salad recipe on instagram and so many of you wanted to know about it! This is a new recipe from my mom's friend that I made for lunch this week and it was so good and filling. It is a great healthy salad full of flavor. I recommend you use the Trader Joes precooked lentils, available in the fridge section. They are perfect for this salad. I think it would be delicious with feta added in as well. You can easily make this ahead but I think it is best served at room temperature.
Enjoy!

|| M E D I T E R R A N E A N L E N T I L S A L A D ||

- 2 cups lentils rinsed (I highly recommend the Trader Joes precooked lentils in the fridge section)

- 1 pint cherry tomatoes quartered

- 1 green bell pepper diced

- 1/2 cup red onion sliced thinly

1/2 kalamata olives sliced

1/2 English cucumber diced

Dressing \\

- 3 tablespoons olive oil

-3 tablespoons lemon juice (juice from one lemon)

-1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

2 teaspoons honey

- 1 teaspoons dijon

- 1 clove garlic minced

- 1/2 teaspoon oregano

-1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper

Mix lentils and all ingredients then pour dressing over the top. This can be stored in the fridge for several days but it is best served room temperature.

Monday, January 12, 2015

Winter White | Major Coat Sale

We have had some majorly cold weather here, at least for Charleston standards. That means it is still time to bust out the jackets. Good news is so many stores are having major sales on jackets, so it is a great time to buy! The coat I am wearing is 65% off and I found it at Nordstrom. It runs TTS. I ordered a 4 and a 6 to try and felt like the 4 fit best but honestly the fit was very similar. I have always wanted a classic winter white coat and this one caught my eye, plus I couldn't beat the deal- it is now under $60!