Discover Crumpets 'n' Cream

Morning everyone! I am off to the spa today, but I didn't want to leave you hanging so it is time for a discover day.

Meet Meagan, a born-and-bred Washingtonian who blogs about books, food, and traveling. And now I am handing it off to her!

Hi Kati Anne! Thanks for letting me come over and guest post. I’m excited to be here!

Let's start at the beginning, tell us about yourself. What inspired your blog and what can we find there?

I joined a foodie-lit book club in February 2013, and for our first meeting we were tasked with bringing a dish representative of our families, whether it meant our heritage, comfort food, a tradition, etc. I brought Swedish meatballs, the quintessential easy dish that feeds a lot of people. We’ve had it at a number of family gatherings, and we all love it!

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All I want for Christmas is...

...everything. Just kidding. I really don't want much but I usually go overboard on my Christmas list As an adult with you know a house and responsibilities of my own, I feel silly making a Christmas list, but people still ask for one so I make it and fill it with plenty of options. Usually a few far fetched ideas get added, like a pair of  Louboutin's or a Micheal Kors/Kate Spade watch. I mean I know I am probably not going to get those, I am not crazy.

My real list is shorter though (the things I really need/want):

Skinny Jeans (black and dark/destroyed)

Running Shoes

Rain boots

Pajamas

Perfume

Eyeshadow

Workout gear

Jewelry

However, if you want to see my complete list of wishes check out my running collection on keep.com (click below). It is full of pretty things.

Also, don't forget to enter the giveaway for the 3 piece candle set here. You have less than two days to enter.

And if you want to check out some more fun things, hop over to When Is Nap Time and check out my guest post!

That is all for me today! What is on your wishlist? Do you add far fetched wishes like me, or am I the only one?

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When is nap time?

Happy Saturday everyone!

I want to introduce my new friend, Amber, from When is Naptime? Along with being a great blogger, she is a wife and mommy to two little boys (with a third little one on the way)! Her blog shares about the life of her family, health and beauty tips, crafts and fun kids things. Read more about her below or just head on over to her blog and see for yourself!

Why did you start blogging and how did you decide on "When is Nap Time?”

Hi everyone my name is Amber and I blog over at WhenIsNapTime.com.  I started blogging in April at the suggestion of a fellow blogger and instantly fell in love!  I am a stay-at-home-mom of two awesome boys ages 2 ½ and 4 ½ so when it was time to pick a name for my blog I looked at my husband and asked “when is nap time?” he smiled and said perfect and When Is Nap Time was born! 

What has blogging taught you so far?

I still consider myself a fairly new blogger but I have definitely learned a lot since I started!  I am more outgoing and a lot less self-conscious of my writing.  I have learned that if you don’t push your limits and put yourself out there you will never know what you are capable of! 

Any advice for new bloggers?

For any new bloggers my best advice would be to make as many connections as you can!  Follow other bloggers, join groups, and look for local blogging events in your area.  Meet as many people as you can and be genuine with them.  

Are you a Christmas after Halloween person or it needs to wait until after Thanksgiving?

My birthday is on Thanksgiving so honestly it is my favorite holiday!  There’s no way I’m skipping that one!  I do however live in a neighborhood known for its Christmas decorations and the light tours start on Thanksgiving night.  Most of our neighbors have started getting their lights together but we always wait until Thanksgiving weekend to do ours. 

How has having kids changed the way you tackle the holidays?

Having kids has taught me the importance of holidays and not rushing through them.  Everything goes so fast when you have kids that I have learned it’s important to savor every moment you can.  

Any tips for new parents?

If this is your little one’s first holiday season, my best advice is to soak it all in!  Take tons of pictures and don’t try to do everything.  Just enjoy the time spent with your family and make some memories.

Any Christmas traditions in your house?

One of my favorite holiday traditions that we have started just since having kids is Christmas Eve. That night we each open a present.  It’s always new jammies!  Then the kids also get a movie and snacks in their box.  We all change and get cozy in our new jammies and snuggle up on the couch and watch our new movie.  It’s such a great way to just be together before the craziness of Christmas sets in the next day!

That's all for today. I am currently freezing my booty off at a football game so do something warm! 

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Weekend Takeover

Hey everyone! So I am thinking about starting a new bit on my blog - a weekend takeover. What is this exactly? It will be a guest post that pops up on the weekend (most likely Saturday) and is someone else writing a post on my blog, obvi. So since this is a new thing, I am looking for people to do a button swap and feature one Saturday (or Sunday) of each month. Interested? Send me and email to let me know - email me.

First up, my girl Jessie!

Hi sweethearts!

I'm Jessie and I wanted to share with you my newest makeup obsession - Younique

So, what is Younique?

FEEL BEAUTIFUL. LOOK BEAUTIFUL.

BE BEAUTIFUL. INSIDE AND OUT!

Younique's mission is to uplift, empower, validate, and ultimately build 

self-esteem in women around the world through high-quality products 

that encourage both inner and outer beauty and spiritual enlightenment 

while also providing opportunities for personal growth and financial reward.

Younique's cosmetics development processes utilize scientific research 

to ensure that our products contain high quality ingredients without 

unnecessary fillers. The result is a beautifully efficacious product that is 

safely compatible with virtually every skin type.

Younique begins by looking to Mother Nature for the inspiration behind 

our cosmetics. Our in-house scientific team then formulates a product 

that honors that inspiration while delivering cutting-edge cosmetics. Our goal

 is to use science to help nature provide healthy, clean, and pure cosmetics, 

without fillers or junk.

-About Younique via youniqueproducts.com

They sell everything from eye serums to eyeliners and everything in between. You can browse all their products here. There are also online tutorials for eyes, lips, and face that are super helpful!

Now that you know what Younique is, how about I tell you all about my favorite products.

Moodstruck Minerals Pigment Powder | $10

So cheap, but lasts so long! It's a loose eye powder that comes in several different colors - sparkly and matte! I wear them by themselves or over lap them, and they last all day long.

Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes | $29

WHOA! Favorite product! You use your normal mascara, and then use the Transplanting gel. While it's still wet, apply the fiber lashes (comes in a tube and on a wand just like mascara). Top with the Transplanting gel. I only use one layer, but you can do as many as you want to make fuller, darker lashes. It literally is like adding eye lashes that wash off at the end of the day/night. $29 is one heck of price considering you can get SOO many uses! Consider how much you pay for false eye lashes.

Right eye | Elizabeth Arden Mascara
Left eye | Same mascara with Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes

Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes

Wearing Mineral Pigments and Fiber Lashes

If you want to try out these products for yourself check out my party either online of via Facebook! I earn points for every purchase made through my party so I can try more products and get more reviews. The party ends October 25th, so hurry over and check it out!

Thanks for reading!

Jess

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