Friday Favorites Round-Up


Happy Friday everyone!!! I want to thank you all so much for your well wishes on our launch event!! Everything was beyond perfect and it was even more than we had hoped. It just so happened that my parents were going to be here for Mother’s Day and obviously having the event while they were in town was the best coincidence! This has been quite the week around here because you’ll also notice that this little space got a little face-lift!! I hope you like it! I’m linking up with Amanda and April to share even more favorites from the week! 





Favorite Recipe


So I don’t have a waffle iron, but after finding these Zucchini Parmesan waffles I really need to get one!! How amazing do these look?





Favorite DIY 


Even though I don’t plan on hosting a party for a while, this Citrus Centerpiece is pretty genius!  



Favorite YouTube Tutorial




If you’re new to self tanning like me, then you probably are afraid of turning orange!! Well Jaclyn Hill posted an awesome self tanning how-to video and I’ve watched it like 10 times trying to make sure the next time I self tan at home – I perfect it!! 







Favorite Nails


I stumbled upon this instagram photo the other day and I just fell in love with the nails!! I have short ones and I just think the design is so fun!! 





Favorite Links


//I’ve always wanted to make my own catch-all and this seems like an easy one to try! 


// More reasons to love Ivanka Trump


// I’m going to be making almost all of these Spring/Summer Salads


// If you’re an avid reader of The EveryGirl you’ll love the co-founders home tour






I hope you all have an amazing weekend and see you back here on Monday – I’ll share pictures from the event as well!

xo,

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  1. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    May 8, 2015 / 11:36 am

    YAY!!! I am SO happy for you that the event went perfect! I knew it would! πŸ™‚ Ok, those waffles look amazing! YUM! And loving those pretty blue nails! And those spring/summer salads are definitely going to become my new lunch go-to! Happy Friday doll!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

    • Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
      May 8, 2015 / 11:37 am

      Oh, obsessing over your new blog header! That font is SO pretty!!!!

  2. Andrea Nine
    May 8, 2015 / 11:41 am

    Beautiful blog make over! I mentioned the post you did on your mom on my favorites post today and linked you up! So glad your evening was a success! Now go celebrate this weekend my dear!!!!

    livingoncloudandreanine.blogspot.com

  3. Jenn
    May 8, 2015 / 11:43 am

    I was mentally ticking off all of the things I loved and wanted to comment on, but I loved them all! AND the facelift! It looks so clean and pretty! SO glad to hear that your event went well! I was sending positive vibes your way last night πŸ™‚ Have a great weekend with your parents!

  4. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    May 8, 2015 / 11:56 am

    Eat my comment boooooo! Okay let's try again! I'm so glad to hear your event went well!! I was thinking about you all night. Thank you for posting that tanning video I totally need that and love the facelift!!! The logo she did for you is so pretty!!!! xoxoxoxo

  5. Whitney and Blaire
    May 8, 2015 / 12:17 pm

    Congratulations on a successful launch Biana! Isn't Jaclyn Hill Amazing? I just love her! Have a great weekend.

    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  6. Rachel McCarthy
    May 8, 2015 / 12:20 pm

    I am loving this Friday round-up! The Zucchini Parmesan Waffles look amazing and I will definitely need to check out the sunless tanning YouTube video — I'm in desperate need of color haha! Happy Friday and have a wonderful weekend!

    xo, Rachel
    ablondesmoment.com

  7. Cory (playdates and prescriptions)
    May 8, 2015 / 12:21 pm

    I'm so happy your launch was a success! I knew it would be! And love the facelift!
    Have a fabulous wknd, girlie!

  8. Rachel Emily
    May 8, 2015 / 12:32 pm

    Ok, your blog design – GORGEOUS! You will kill it this weekend & I'm soo glad your parents will be there to share it with you!!

  9. Zelle B.
    May 8, 2015 / 12:50 pm

    The blog looks absolutely amazing! Love how it turned out! Hope you have a wonderful weekend with your fam and I'm so glad the launch was successful — no surprise there!
    xo Southern Style

  10. Kate at Green Fashionista
    May 8, 2015 / 1:00 pm

    Yayyyy for the event going so well, and how awesome that your parents were in town for it. Can't wait to hear all about it and see pics of how gorgeous everything looked.

    And yay for new blog designs, so pretty πŸ™‚

    Happy Friday gurlie <3

  11. Somer
    May 8, 2015 / 1:02 pm

    That zucchini waffle looks so tasty! And thanks for that salad link because I love making fresh and different salads for the spring/summer!

    Hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day!

    strolldownsomerdelane.weebly.com

  12. Christina Lea Loves
    May 8, 2015 / 1:06 pm

    So glad the event went well and how great your parents could be there! I love that centerpiece and yay for this fun facelift!

  13. Stacy G
    May 8, 2015 / 1:09 pm

    Congrats on your first event!! Loving the sites new look. It is perfect. I didn't know Julianne had a blog, thanks for filling me in! Oh and I'm in love with that citrus centerpiece!! So pretty! xo Happy weekend! Enjoy the time with your parents!!

  14. Amanda | Kids and Cabernet
    May 8, 2015 / 1:28 pm

    Yay! So glad it went well!!! Love that centerpiece so much. Have a great weekend girl!

  15. kerri @ cheshire kat
    May 8, 2015 / 1:30 pm

    so so great to hear your launch event went well!!! that's no surprise though! loving that recipe and that self tanner tutorial. i mean – who doesn't need help with that? fake tans are the way to go! happy friday love!

    cheshirekatblog.com

  16. Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate
    May 8, 2015 / 1:42 pm

    Loving the new look here! It's fabulous, much like the blogger behind it! πŸ˜‰ So glad to hear everything went perfectly at your event! How wonderful that it lined up with your parents' visit too!! Now on to checking out your amazing links… thanks for sharing! Have a lovely weekend, sweets!! Xx – Brenda // Chatting Over Chocolate

  17. Traci Taylor Hart
    May 8, 2015 / 1:42 pm

    I'm so glad you event went well! That citrus centerpiece is so cool. I love it.
    Your page looks great! It's fun to get a new look.
    Have a great weekend!
    Traci
    waltzmetoheaven.com

  18. Shannon Jenkins
    May 8, 2015 / 2:00 pm

    Loving the new design!! So pretty! So happy everything went wonderfully last night! Those waffles look amazing! And I'm so in love with those nails! I've been wanting to try the little strips but I heard they peel off easily πŸ™ I hope you have a great weekend!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles
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  19. Pink and Fabulous
    May 8, 2015 / 2:06 pm

    I love the blog face lift! It's so stream lined and chic! I'm so happy your launch went well! I can't wait to hear more about your successes (which there will MANY of!) Hope you have a fabulous weekend! xoxo

  20. Lyndsay
    May 8, 2015 / 2:10 pm

    Oh my goodness those waffles look amazing. Pinning that recipe asap! Love the updated look as well!

    prosecco in the park

  21. meandmr.com
    May 8, 2015 / 2:10 pm

    I have a waffle Iron and I may need to make this!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

  22. Shay from Great, Now What
    May 8, 2015 / 2:23 pm

    I love the centerpiece! Beautiful!

  23. Brianne
    May 8, 2015 / 2:27 pm

    I love those nails!

  24. Marie
    May 8, 2015 / 2:27 pm

    Your blog looks fantastic!! Love the new look. So happy to hear that your event went well. Sorry that I was unable to make it. Hope you have a wonderful weekend with your parents. How fab that you get to spend Mother's Day with your mother.

  25. Darcy
    May 8, 2015 / 2:42 pm

    I have not tried sunless tanning since my freshman year of college because I felt like after the use of one whole bottle my skin had not changed more than one shade! I need to try again with some higher quality stuff!
    amemoryofus.com

  26. Courtney B
    May 8, 2015 / 2:45 pm

    I LOVE the new details to your blog! So pretty! And congrats on a successful night last night! You totally deserve it!
    That waffle…. holy delish! I will be trying that recipe asap! Also, GET A WAFFLE IRON! Hahaha! We love making homemade waffles! (Okay, I love when Eric makes homemade waffles and I love to eat them πŸ˜‰ Just kidding, I can make them, too. I actually have a funny story from the first time I ever made waffles from scratch shortly after we were married!)
    Enjoy your weekend with your parents!!

  27. Kayla MKOY
    May 8, 2015 / 2:55 pm

    Oh now I need a waffle maker πŸ˜‰ so thanks for that. Ha! Caleb and I could totally use a "catch-all" for keys and phones and wallets. I need to look into that! Have a good weekend girl! So happy to hear the launch went so amazing!!!

  28. Jessica {lovely jubbly london}
    May 8, 2015 / 2:56 pm

    Oh yum, I am so making those waffles! Homemade waffles are the best, you must get a waffle iron!

  29. Carly Messmer
    May 8, 2015 / 3:14 pm

    Congrats on the awesome event! I loved seeing the sneak peek pictures on Instagram – everything looked amazing! Loving your new header too. Happy weekend!

  30. Susie W.
    May 8, 2015 / 3:15 pm

    Great links! Glad your event went so well, that's very exciting! And the new site looks great!

    xx,
    Susie

    SequinsandStrawberries.com

  31. Caroline @ Windy City Chic
    May 8, 2015 / 3:15 pm

    Love the new look on the blog!! So happy for you and your new business venture!! You are going to be so great. I remember seeing a lot of centerpieces and floral designs like that when I was planning our wedding. I think that it's really cool. πŸ™‚ That manicure is cute too. I hope that you have a fabulous weekend!!! πŸ™‚

  32. Evelina
    May 8, 2015 / 3:15 pm

    I loooove Jaclyn Hill! Her videos are so great! Loving the new blog look too! Have a good weekend πŸ™‚

  33. The Siberian American
    May 8, 2015 / 3:27 pm

    I love your new blog look! The colors are gorgeous! So glad your event went well!

  34. Torry
    May 8, 2015 / 3:31 pm

    Love the new blog look and cannot wait to see pictures from your event – glad to hear it went well!!

  35. Elegance and Mommyhood
    May 8, 2015 / 3:34 pm

    Love your Friday favorites Biana. That recipe – oh my. I love the mint nails with the black stripe, also.

    Happy Weekend celebrating the mothers in your life, Biana! <3 Ada.

  36. Elena @ baby Ridley bump
    May 8, 2015 / 3:47 pm

    Beautiful new layout! I think I need a waffle iron asap! Can't wait to check out that self tannin video too! I use the St. Tropez foam with the mit applicator and it goes on really well and easy, but I'm always up for advise on how I can improve!

  37. Anonymous
    May 8, 2015 / 3:49 pm

    Glad that your launch event went well!

  38. Life As You Live It
    May 8, 2015 / 3:50 pm

    I'm hesitant to try sunless tanners, however Jaclyn's video was extremely helpful. Maybe I'll give a whirl! Have a great weekend, glad to hear your event went well!

  39. Unknown
    May 8, 2015 / 3:54 pm

    i LOVE the new website! your logo is so perfect. xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  40. Kristina @ Medicine and Manicures
    May 8, 2015 / 4:16 pm

    The blog design looks great!! Hope you have a great weekend with your momma! xo

  41. Katie Elizabeth
    May 8, 2015 / 4:22 pm

    Love the new design!! Erin does great work! And so happy to hear your event went fabulous last night, even better that your parents could be there! πŸ™‚ Happy weekend!

  42. Anonymous
    May 8, 2015 / 4:30 pm

    That citrus centerpiece is the cutest! Congrats on a great event and awesome that your folks were able to share the experience with you!!

  43. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    May 8, 2015 / 4:38 pm

    I don't own a waffle iron either but the zucchini waffles sound amazing! Those citrus centerpieces are perfect for a tropical themed wedding or party! Have a great weekend lady!!

  44. Brittany @ Perpetually Daydreaming
    May 8, 2015 / 4:45 pm

    Love the new logo and look, girl!! It looks great! Can't wait to hear more about the event, too. Have a great weekend! xo

  45. According to Kiki
    May 8, 2015 / 5:30 pm

    Jaclyn is such a doll and her tutorials are always perfection! Those zucchini waffles look bomb! It's amazing what you can do with a waffle iron. I'm totally trying this. Have a great weekend!

  46. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    May 8, 2015 / 5:35 pm

    Yay! So glad it went well!!!! And to have your parents there for support I'm sure was so great! That centerpiece is adorable!

  47. P!nky
    May 8, 2015 / 5:55 pm

    Loooooks amazing, lady! Loving the new look, it is soooooo you and beautiful. So glad last night went well, I was thinking of you :)!

  48. Ashley | Life on Meyers |
    May 8, 2015 / 6:17 pm

    Absolutely love the new design! So crisp and feminine. Jaclyn Hill is one of my absolute favorite You-Tubers!

  49. Meg Taylor
    May 8, 2015 / 6:21 pm

    So happy your event went well AND that your parents were in town for it and Mother's Day! I hope you have the best weekend. We don't have a waffle iron either, but now I think I need to get one. That citrus centerpiece also looks amazing, I might definitely have to make one of those πŸ™‚

  50. Unknown
    May 8, 2015 / 6:34 pm

    How cool are those zucchini waffles?! I am also loving that little floral arrangement in an orange. πŸ™‚

    Erica
    pumpsandpushups.com

  51. Sierra @ Beautifully Candid
    May 8, 2015 / 6:51 pm

    Happy Friday! You always find such awesome recipes! We have a waffle iron and these seem just to interesting not to try. Have a great one πŸ™‚ Winks and Eyerolls

  52. Pamela @ alittleglitter.com
    May 8, 2015 / 7:24 pm

    I'm so glad your event went well and how special that your parents got to attend! Happy Friday lovey! I hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day with your Mama!

  53. Meghan @ Southern Belle Secrets
    May 8, 2015 / 7:37 pm

    Absolutely loving the face-lift! Also that waffle looks extra super delish. It makes me want to buy a waffle iron just to make it! I'm also so glad to hear that the launch event went well, that's so exciting!

    xoxo,
    Meghan
    Southern Belle Secrets

  54. M @ The Sequin Notebook
    May 8, 2015 / 7:38 pm

    Congrats on a successful event and on the gorgeous new design for the site! I'm sure you're more than ready for the weekend – and enjoy Mother's Day with your Mama and family! xoxo

  55. For the Love of Leopard
    May 8, 2015 / 7:44 pm

    So happy to hear that the launch went well and can't wait to see pictures!
    xoxo Danielle
    For the Love of Leopard

  56. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    May 8, 2015 / 7:54 pm

    Ooh can't wait to see the launch pics– and love the new look of the site… so fresH!! I need to update mine as well!!

  57. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    May 8, 2015 / 8:06 pm

    good to hear that your event went well!! and now i want a waffle maker lol.

  58. Unknown
    May 8, 2015 / 8:13 pm

    Love Jaclyn Hill and her videos and your site is looking great!

  59. Nadine
    May 8, 2015 / 8:43 pm

    Love the new look! I have a waffle iron that I never use…I am so going to have to try that recipe. So glad that your event was perfect. Have a great weekend πŸ™‚

  60. Unknown
    May 8, 2015 / 9:06 pm

    THe waffles look amazing!

    Style by Avery

  61. Brooke
    May 8, 2015 / 9:24 pm

    Love, love love Jaclyn Hill and that sunless tanning routine… talk about a life saver!
    xoxo
    Brooke|LookBrooke

  62. Leslie @ This is For Keeps
    May 8, 2015 / 10:20 pm

    Those waffles sound delicious and I am in love with that citrus centerpiece! Enjoy your weekend!

  63. LHWinstead
    May 8, 2015 / 10:27 pm

    The Spring/Summer salad link looks wonderful – thanks for sharing! Can't wait to try some!

  64. alice
    May 8, 2015 / 10:37 pm

    I love those nails, such a cute design!

    The Velvet Black // UK Style & Beauty Blog

  65. Unknown
    May 8, 2015 / 11:32 pm

    Very lovely!
    XO JNESS
    jenessasheffield.com/

  66. Connie Bea
    May 8, 2015 / 11:35 pm

    Love those links! Also, that first recipe looks so delicious!

    Connie | Sponsored by Coffee | Bloglovin’

  67. Unknown
    May 9, 2015 / 4:12 am

    I always love your links! Those waffles need to happen. Yum! I've been sun free for years and Tanwise is the best sunless tanner I've found. Just wear latex gloves when you apply:)

    Wishes & Reality

  68. Annessa
    May 9, 2015 / 4:30 am

    Those centerpieces!! If only I could insert an emoji with heart eyes here!

    Annessa
    seekingsunshine.com

  69. Erin
    May 9, 2015 / 5:26 am

    I love those nails, and that citrus centerpiece!

    Her Heartland Soul
    herheartlandsoul.com

  70. Anonymous
    May 9, 2015 / 8:19 am

    I love that diy project, so pretty and cute, have a great weekend!

    xoxo
    Karen
    kensingtonwest.me.uk

  71. Unknown
    May 9, 2015 / 8:33 am

    Oooh those blue nails with the thin black lines are so sleek and cool and I just want them now. Also, some of those summer salads look absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

    Mili

  72. Ceninhas
    May 9, 2015 / 7:21 pm

    You have an amazing blog! May I follow you?
    xx
    Blog: adonadasushi.blogspot.pt
    FB Page: facebook.com/blogdadonadasushi

  73. Louise, Travel the Unbeaten Path
    May 9, 2015 / 8:08 pm

    Ok the self-tanning lady looks like a completely different person, holy moly! I've been looking for a cute catchall diy, so thanks for sharing!

  74. Unknown
    May 9, 2015 / 11:06 pm

    Oh, boy! I must try those waffles!
    Red Reticule | Red Reticule Collection

  75. Miche
    May 10, 2015 / 6:32 am

    Ahh, the citrus centerpiece really is genius, love it!

    Miche from Buttons and Birdcages

  76. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMee
    May 10, 2015 / 1:18 pm

    Zucchini parmesan waffles?! SIGN ME UP!
    I watched that entire tanning tutorial… what a GREAT idea to use a makeup brush! I'm gonna try that! I never would've thought of it but it makes so much sense!

  77. melange boutique
    May 10, 2015 / 3:05 pm

    Your fabs are really cool, specially loved the video

    Melange-Boutique Blog by Noe&Lolita

  78. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    May 10, 2015 / 3:53 pm

    I don't have a waffle iron either, but this is the second recipe I've seen today that requires one, so guess who's getting one now!! Love that center piece as well. Hope you are having a great weekend! xo

  79. Karly @ What Karly Said
    May 11, 2015 / 2:41 am

    Hooray! I'm so happy to hear that your event went well. Your new site design looks fantastic, too! Loving all your picks this week – I seriously have a girl crush on Ivanka Trump. I hope you had a good weekend!

  80. Kelsey Bang
    May 11, 2015 / 7:45 am

    such a fun post! those waffles look so dang good!
    kelseybang.com

  81. Elle Sees
    May 11, 2015 / 11:32 am

    love those waffles! that is just the best idea! love that centerpieve too! adorable. i've done that nail tutorial before but never in pastels—so pretty!

  82. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    May 11, 2015 / 5:33 pm

    Wait, what is that waffle! Yum! The nails look super pretty and a fun Spring/Summer color!

  83. Alyssa
    May 11, 2015 / 7:55 pm

    That citrus centerpiece is SO cute!

    Alyssa
    feathersandstripes.com