Insta-Friday (Week 1)

I downloaded Instagram this week and I am hooked, what a fun iPhone app! Here is my week via Instagram...

Carmelo Anthony Nelson

That's a joke right?

"Do you want to go for a walk?"

Helping load up the dry cleaning

My flowers

Melo puts his dragon on the window and together they watch the birds.

A new tin project I'm working on.

The world's biggest baby

Frozen yogurt and sprinkles is a match made in heaven.

Mod Square Essie Polish

I'm linking up here:

$10 for $20 Worth of Cuisine at Encanto Mexican Grill

Since moving to San Antonio I've learned to appreciate delicious Mexican food and well made margaritas. Today Juice in the City is offering a killer deal on some to die for Mexican food. 

Encanto Mexican Grill is new to San Antonio and has everyone talking, including the San Antonio Express News, who very recently gave it a rave review. If you haven't been yet, today's deal gives you the ideal opportunity to head over for some outstanding meals served with great service: for only $10, you'll get $20 worth of delicious food at this conveniently located eatery, where new world Mexican flavors meet European traditions. Don't miss on out on the oppourtunity to experience Encanto Mexican Grill at a great discount, hop on over to Juice in the City and pick up your coupon today! 

Daily Deals on Juice in the City

Don't live in San Antonio? You're not out of luck to receive Juicy Deals daily from Juice in the City! Just hop on over to the Juice in the City page and check the large list of places where Juice is spreading great deals and chances are Juice is already in your town! Juice in the City is different from other daily deal sites because the deals are found by Moms that live in your city, so you know you're going to get great deals you're interested in. Make sure you enter your e-mail so you're not missing out on these incredible deals daily. 

$10 for 2 Tickets to ComedySportz (San Antonio)

Tired of your same old dinner and a movie weekend routine? Why not mix it up a bit and head on over to ComedySportz?

ComedySportz isn't your average night club and Juice in the City is providing you all with a discounted chance to see why. It’s all about improvisational comedy, played like a sport. In a nutshell: two teams of comedians take turns making up scenes, playing games and singing songs, and the audience votes on who’s best. This way, while you’re being entertained you can also participate, since audience participation is greatly encouraged. Plus, this isn’t only fun for you; it’s fun for your kids (ages 5 and up) as well! So go get yourself and your family in the best health you can by getting your giggles on! So take advantage of this fantastic deal while you can and change up that boring dinner and a movie routine. 

Don't live in San Antonio? You're not out of luck to receive Juicy Deals daily from Juice in the City! Just hop on over to the Juice in the City page and check the large list of places where Juice is spreading great deals and chances are Juice is already in your town! Juice in the City is different from other daily deal sites because the deals are found by Moms that live in your city, so you know you're going to get great deals you're interested in. Make sure you enter your e-mail so you're not missing out on these incredible deals daily. 

Shenanagains

Shenanagains is a super fun Etsy shop that makes upcycling elegant and beautiful. Shenanagains has a little bit of everything something for the home, brooches, jewelry, and more. Leighann the fabulous artist behind Shenanagains is offering you all 25% off with coupon code TRUNK25 so you can get your hands on an adorable Shenanagain piece like this Rosette Bib Necklace...

Or you could use your coupon code for this fantastic Margo wreath...

One of my favorite items in the Shenangain shop is the upcycled spoons like this one that Leighann thoughtfully named after ME, the Lauren KeyRing...

What will you use your coupon code for at Shenanagains? 

You can find Shenanagains here:

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Bubblewrapp'd- Sponsor

I can't say enough good things about Bubblewrapp'd I adore this shop!  Bubblewrapp'd is a shop full of great items for home decor and personalized gifts. Andrea is the artist behind BubbleWrapp'd and she is offering all of you 10% off your Bubblewrapp'd purchase with coupon code TRUNK10. With that code you can get your hands on some of these goodies...

I Do

Life is Beautiful

The Wedding Set

If you're still here... I'm sure many have already left to take advantage of the coupon code, but if you are still here isn't Bubblewrapp'd great? 

Where you can find Bubblewrapp'd: 

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{Hiya Luv}- Sponsor

Looking for a little something to take your style to the next level? Check out the fantastic shop, {Hiya Luv} and I can guarantee you will fall in luv. A shop catered to all things girly with ruffles, flirty patterns, bright colors and fabulous accessories their is something for everyone's inner girly girl. I especially love this Penelope clutch...

& who's iPad wouldn't feel at home in this beauty?

Treat yourself to some {Hiya Luv} and know you're getting a high quality product with high quality style.

Where you can find {Hiya Luv}:

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Kittens & Gumdrops

I'm crazy about vinyl, I think the possibilities are endless on what you can create with vinyl. Kittens & Gumdrops is a vinyl store on Etsy. The store is filled with many pre-made options but also open to custom orders! This laundry room sign is absolutely adorable and oh so true.

I also love this saying and what a perfect way to highlight a favorite saying in your home than with vinyl. 

If you've got some ideas for your own vinyl Kittens & Gumdrops will work with you to create the perfect custom piece for you. So hop on the vinyl wagon (if you haven't already) and head on over to Kittens & Gumdrops. 

Where you can find Kittens & Gumdrops:

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My Hoot Designs- Sponsor

My Hoot Designs is a beautiful Etsy shop filled with a variety of handmade items. If you're looking for that unique gift for a friend or maybe yourself, My Hoot Designs has plenty of options. This shabby burlap tote is one of my favorite items in the store right now. 

Isn't it gorgeous? I also adore these necklaces.

It is a fantastic shop and I encourage you to take a look around to see for yourself.

Where you can find My Hoot Designs:

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Keepin' it Thrifty-Sponsor

Keepin' it Thrifty is a fantastic blog that highlights all things thrifty, from outfits, home decor, and much more! Recently Andrea the talented gal behind Keepin' it Thrifty showed her readers how to sew a handbag. 

Can you believe this was Andrea's first time ever sewing a handbag? It is absolutely beautiful. If you'd like to sew this handbag for yourself Andrea has provided a free pattern! So make sure you stop on by Keepin' it Thrifty so you can take advantage of the free pattern for yourself. 

Where you can find Keepin' it Thrifty: 

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Lower Scores

For those of you who have been following my blog for a little while you may know that I enjoy playing golf and actually work full time at a golf course. Lower Scores is a golf blog written by PGA pro Rob Myers. It's like having your own golf instructor any time you need one. I enjoy reading Lower Scores so that I can attempt to improve my game. Rob's experience teaching ranges from those who have never swung a golf club to those with goals to play professionally. So if you like golf or know someone who does head on over to Lower Scores to improve your score on the links. 

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Painting SALE

In order to make room for a bunch of new pieces I've made some BIG TIME mark downs on ALL current paintings in the shop :) Here are just a few that have been marked down. Won't you swing by the shop and check them out? 

Sky Blue Vino

Joy Polka Dot

Always Dance in the Rain

Also all Wine Blooms have been marked down to a new low price of $6.00.

Purple Wine Bloom

Have a great weekend everyone! 

$7 for $14 Worth of Fresh Food & Beverages at Tazas Coffee

It's time to mix up your same old boring coffee routine and how bout doing so at a discount? Juice in the City has done it again with $7 for $14 worth of fresh food & beverages at Tazas Coffee! 

Tazas features a full line of espresso based beverages served hot, iced or frozen, along with 11 unique exotic tea blends, 16 flavor combinations of frozen fruit smoothies, and 12 flavor combinations of Italian cream sodas that are always made to order. Their award winning kitchen and bakery features made-from-scratch salad dressings, personal size pizzas, grilled paninis, and piping hot soups and pastas you'll love sinking your teeth into. Winner of "Best Bakery/Coffee Shop" award in the NE Herald Reader's Poll, this place takes pride in the quality of their food and drinks, attentive staff, and warm and inviting atmosphere that urges one to hang around and enjoy the experience that is Tazas. Stop by for a bit of noshing, people watching and daydreaming, and don't forget to bring your Juice in the City voucher so you can double down!

Don't live in San Antonio? You're not out of luck to receive Juicy Deals daily from Juice in the City! Just hop on over to the Juice in the City page and check the large list of places where Juice is spreading great deals and chances are Juice is already in your town! Juice in the City is different from other daily deal sites because the deals are found by Moms that live in your city, so you know you're going to get great deals you're interested in. Make sure you enter your e-mail so you're not missing out on these incredible deals daily. 

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Creative Space Link Up on Scatter Girls

Right now over on Scatter Girls there is a fantastic link up of Creative Spaces going on. Where do you create? What does your space look like? Head over and link up your space, I can't wait to see! I am currently decorating my creative studio in my new house and I'm so excited about the possibilities. I wanted to get my desk finished before the link up party but because of rain I couldn't get outside to finish spray painting. I will tell you I have decided on my two main room colors...

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I'm so excited about these two colors. There will also be hints of grey in the room as well. Stay tuned for projects from the room and eventually a full room reveal, in the meantime I want to see where you create! Head over to Scatter Girls and link up, I need LOTS of inspiration and ideas :) 

$8 for 2 Skating Passes at Car-Vel Skate Center

These days in San Antonio were all looking for anything to do that will involve staying out of the heat. Here is a great deal for the whole family and I promise it's indoors and involves air conditioner. 

Today's Juice in the City deal is $8 for 2 skating passes at Car-Vel Skate Center, that's 50% off! The kids can slide around on those newfangled in-lines while you show ‘em how it’s done on your old school four-wheelers. There’s a snack bar for your cravings and an arcade for video fun, and don’t forget to bring Dad for couples’ skate. The whole family will have fun, you’ll get a great workout, and the kids will get to see how mom and dad used to kick it. Snatch up this deal and you’ll be perfecting your donut spins, crossovers and camels. So gather up the family and take advantage of this Juicy Deal before it's gone! 

Pumpkin Bars

Some of you may have read that title and thought, "It's a little early for pumpkin bars"...but I assure you, make this recipe and you will soon change your thinking that pumpkin bars are acceptable year round! I have a weak spot for sweets and I fall victim to these pumpkin bars time and time again. 

Pumpkin Bar Ingredients:

-4 eggs

-1 & 2/3 cups of sugar

-1 cup of oil

-16 oz can of pumpkin

-1 tsp salt

-1 tsp baking soda

-2 cups flour

-2 tsp baking powder

-2 tsp cinnamon

Mix all ingredients together well in a blender and poor all the mixture in a well greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake in the oven for 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes (test the pumpkin bars as you would a cake, poking the bars with a fork and making sure nothing sticks to the fork before removing bars from the oven). After pumpkin bars are finished, remove from oven and allow to cool. 

While the pumpkin bars are cooling, begin to prepare the cream cheese frosting. 

Cream Cheese Frosting:

-3 cups powdered sugar  (add or decrease to desired consistency)

-6 oz of cream cheese

-3 tbsp of butter

Cream all ingredients together in a mixer, adding powdered sugar slowly managing consistency of frosting. 

After the pumpkin bars have cooled smooth frosting over the pumpkin bars.

Cut up your pumpkin bars, serve and enjoy!

You will now never consider pumpkin bars just a fall treat, I promise !