Sunday Family and Football

The family decided to drive up for the BIG Texans vs. Cowboys game this past weekend. The TEXANS lost. MAJOR. Like, I was seriously embarrassed for them. Oh well. It’s just the beginning.

I decided to make Texans and Cowboys themed cookies using Martha Stewart’s AMAZING perfect sugar cookie recipe + royal icing.

Check out the photos below.

Our masterpieces

I convinced my mom, aunt and cousin to help with the decorating. My aunt and cousin made all the Cowboys cookies and my mom and I made the Texans cookies. Cute. As you can see, we weren’t quite sure what to do for the Texans cookies besides make red and blue designs. I managed to create the Texans mascot on a few cookies, though. 🙂

The recipe rocked. I love how the recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of Brandy! I only added 1 1/2 tbls, but WOW — it definitely made a difference. The small was strong as I was rolling the dough out. The taste was not overwhelming once baked, but I do agree that it adds an extra punch to sugar cookies. This is now my go-t0 sugar cookie recipe.

The Royal Icing was also a big hit. I added about 1 1/2 tbls of lemon juice. I have A LOT leftover though…I guess I can try mixing other colors in with the blue and red. 🙂

Overall, the cookies were a big hit.

xoxo, Ari

Stock up for Fall

Peacock feather printed panty hose AND butterly printed panty hose!  I placed my order and could not wait to try them on. They were shipped from Israel! Pretty rad. You can check out the ETSY designs here.

Peacock Feather - http://www.etsy.com/shop/post

Perfect for my Peacock costume this Halloween.

Butterflies - http://www.etsy.com/shop/post

xoxo, Ari

Greetings

Wouldn’t it be great to work at Hallmark? I am not sure exactly what they do, but I imagine that I would spend my workdays laughing, drawing, researching, and chatting with coworkers. I would create beautiful cards for perfect occasions. If only…

Last Christmas I decided to make my own Christmas cards. I received positive feedback during our Christmas party when I laid them out for display. “You should sell these!”

I even made Birthday Cards for my close friends. So I think I can do this. I will probably spend more making them, but I gotta start somewhere.

Samples below.

Holiday Cards

Jessica's Card

I made Owl card for my good friend, Jessica. She loves owls.

I have an overwhelming collection of fashion magazines that I use to create my cards. I wonder if there are any copyright issues I should worry about….

xoxo Ari

Heel Time

Since I haven’t posted in a while…here are some amazing shoes!

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Enzo Anglioni Glitter Pumps a.k.a. MY 25th Birthday Shoes

http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/enzo-angiolini

My Favorite United Nude heels

http://www.unitednude.com/products

I found these back in March so they are outdated. Great photo to look at to help jumpstart new and exciting ideas.

Flower Pumps

http://www.forever21.com

Another pair of shoes I haven’t worn. My collection of unworn shoes is growing. Something needs to be done about this.

I guess it is just another excuse to play dress up!

Cupcake Pops

I saw these adorable creations and just had to test the recipe.

I used Duncan Heins Moist Chocolate Cake Mix and Ghiradelli chocolate candies for coating. Plus lots of fun sprinkles and other toppers.

I am going to try cheesecake pops next. Those should be yummy!

Poplicious Chocolate Pops

Part of my job is to research baking and cooking blogs. That’s how I discovered this recipe.  You can find recipes and SUPER cute pop designs at www.bakerella.com.

Love, Ari

Beach Bliss

Here are a few photos from my beach vacation this past August.

Love, Ari

Collection

Sea

Sol

Taking it easy