Friday Favorites | Snowy Weekend Ahead


Happy Friday friends!! This week flew by and I don’t think anyone is complaining!! We’re ready for the weekend and thankful that the snow isn’t going to be nearly as bad as they initially thought for our area. If you’re in the affected areas (which is most of the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast) I hope you stay safe, warm and enjoy the forced relaxation. Linking up with Amanda & April to share my favorites from the week! 

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Favorite Recipe


I have used my crock-pot for the last three weeks at least twice a week and I love coming home to a cooked dinner! We’ve been running out of ideas and I found this gem for Crock-pot chicken taquitos!! They look so good I can’t wait to try it! 





Favorite Song


I was cleaning on Monday and this song came on iTunes – of course it’s Shawn Mendes and it’s so catchy. It came out a few months ago, but this was the first time I heard it!! 



Favorite New Mug


Gary and I were having brunch last weekend and they served his coffee in this clear coffee mug. Ever since I’ve been obsessed with finding a set! For some reason anything clear makes me happy! I also really like these from West Elm too. 



Favorite DIY


Once in a while I spot a DIY that I actually want to make – like this brass handle marble tray! Just look at all the ways you could actually use it! 



Favorite Links


//This was one of the easiestISO breakdownsI’ve seen for taking pictures! 


// Quite possibly thesweetest story I’ve heard of long lost love


//Have you ever struggled to achieve the perfect winged liner -not any more with this tool




Hope you all have a wonderful weekend! See you back here Monday for weekending! 




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  1. Christina @ Simple and Delish
    January 22, 2016 / 11:07 am

    That DIY tray looks like it would be a fun project to try! I'm stuck in the middle of this weekend snowstorm so I should probably pick up a craft or two (and some groceries!) to keep me busy. Have a great weekend!
    Christina :: Simple and Delish

  2. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    January 22, 2016 / 11:09 am

    Um yes to all the things! I love that mug an the DIY tray! I also REALLY need to make those taquitos, they look amazing! And I need that winged eyeliner tool. Thank you Beautyblender! Happy Friday love! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  3. Alexis @ Chemistry Cachet
    January 22, 2016 / 11:36 am

    I have a DIY on the blog for a marble tray. I have a few of them around the home, they are so pretty! I love clear mugs!!!They make coffee seem so much more fancy 🙂 And chicken taquitos are my favorite, so delicious! Great post today girl, have an awesome weekend!

    xoxo Alexis @ Chemistry Cachet

  4. Andrea Nine
    January 22, 2016 / 11:42 am

    I founds some clear mugs we adore at Wal-Mart, they were under $3 each so I bought 8! It's what I drink my Baileys and coffee in, so pretty and classy!! YUM on the taquitos, thinking a Weekend crock pot dish for sure to feed these hungry boys, lol!! Yes, hope that storm stays says from your and Happy Weekend gorgeous!!

  5. Hollie
    January 22, 2016 / 11:52 am

    That ISO chart looks pretty handy! I need to save that link. Hope the weather doesn't cause too much chaos for you!

    Hollie | hollieshighlights.blogspot.co.uk

  6. Anonymous
    January 22, 2016 / 12:01 pm

    Happy Friday ! I love those clear coffee mugs !

  7. Whitney and Blaire
    January 22, 2016 / 12:13 pm

    So glad that the weekend is here! Ours schools have already been cut two hours short today, but I don't think the really bad weather moves in until tonight. I love listening to Shawn Mendes! It's so upbeat!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  8. Ashley G
    January 22, 2016 / 12:33 pm

    I love our clear mugs! Crate and Barrel has tons! Stay safe and warm friend!

  9. Evelina
    January 22, 2016 / 12:38 pm

    I want to make that tray! It's so cute! Good luck with the snow this weekend over there in Boston. Stay safe!!

  10. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 12:49 pm

    I just pinned that crockpot taquito recipe! It looks amazing! Also loving that tray – I kind of want to try that when we get home!

    Annessa
    seekingsunshine.com

  11. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    January 22, 2016 / 12:53 pm

    Aren't those clear mugs so cool?! I bought a couple at Target because the concept is so neat. LOVE that DIY tray too–I'm all about marble everything! Happy Friday love!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  12. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo
    January 22, 2016 / 12:57 pm

    That tray is adorable and would be a fun weekend project. We have been using our crockpot SO much lately, I'm always on the hunt for good and easy new recipes! Stay safe and warm this weekend xoxo

  13. Lizzie @ This Happy Life
    January 22, 2016 / 1:01 pm

    Even though I stay home, I love me some croc pot recipes! That one is definitely getting pinned. And that DIY tray, adorable! Happy Weekend!

  14. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    January 22, 2016 / 1:11 pm

    The ISO post was great, I do want to know if she used a tripod for a lot of the shots with the lower shutter speeds, definitely bookmarked that one! Yes to crockpot cooking all day every day, nothing like coming home to having dinner done! Hope you stay safe and warm this weekend!

  15. Meghan @ Me as Meghan
    January 22, 2016 / 1:16 pm

    I found clear/glass mugs at TJMaxx a while ago for super cheap and they are so cool! The crockpot taquitos look so good…I have never thought to put something like that in the crockpot. I'm going to have to try it! Hope you have a great weekend!

  16. sara [at] journey of doing
    January 22, 2016 / 1:18 pm

    Stay warm and make those taquitos! They look tasty!!

  17. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 1:22 pm

    That marble tray is genius!! And I just pinned the photography tips! Thank you for sharing. Happy Friday!
    -Lindsay @ sevenlayercharlotte.com

  18. Nadine
    January 22, 2016 / 1:26 pm

    I had coffee from a local shop here last year in a glass mug and I swore that was the reason why it was so good!!!! I then was on a search for glass mugs and actually found some beautiful, antique snow scene ones at a thrift store for less than $1 a piece a few weeks later. They are by far my favorite things ever! Hope you have a great weekend!!!

    • Nadine
      January 22, 2016 / 1:26 pm

      Also, Taquitos are so delicious!!! I am going to have to save that recipe for after Whole 30!!!!

  19. P!nky
    January 22, 2016 / 1:26 pm

    Love the idea of the DIY, so pretty and fancy!

    Stay warm this weekend, glad y'all aren't going to be hit too badly!

  20. kerri @ cheshire kat
    January 22, 2016 / 1:30 pm

    eek storm time! stay warm up there! also love that clear mug – i have a couple that have stayed over the years. and that diy tray is so dang cute! you must make it 🙂

    xoxo cheshire kat

  21. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 1:32 pm

    Happy Friday! Obsessing over these relish pot stickers they look amazing! Ugh this storm is like really scary snowed in all weekend! Stay warm up there!
    xoxo,Victoria
    coffeeandablonde.blogspot.com

  22. Anonymous
    January 22, 2016 / 1:40 pm

    Yum those taquitos look good!! Also that tray tutorial is so pretty and doesn't look too difficult! Thank you for sharing and have a wonderful weekend, Biana.

    laurenfarrellny.com/blog

  23. Kate
    January 22, 2016 / 1:46 pm

    Those taquitos!! What kind of crockpot do you have? I've been searching for a new one–mine does the job, but it cooks crazy fast, even on the warm or low setting, so I can't set it before I leave for work.

  24. emily
    January 22, 2016 / 1:55 pm

    I need that new beauty blender tool! I'm terrible at winged liner! 😉

  25. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 2:03 pm

    mmm those taquitos look so good! xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  26. Shay from Great, Now What
    January 22, 2016 / 2:08 pm

    Happy weekend! Glad the snow won't be as bad for you! We have one of our first cold weekends in Texas and I'm so excited to bundle up! I need that ISO cheat sheet! Thanks for sharing 🙂

  27. Kelsey @ The Peacock Roost
    January 22, 2016 / 2:25 pm

    Crock pot meals are my favorite!! Love that DIY marble tray!
    Kelsey
    thepeacockroost.com

  28. Elle Sees
    January 22, 2016 / 2:26 pm

    i have clear mugs i got in a popsugar box a couple of years ago. they are awesome!! and i love west elm. i've made a tray like that before–it really is easy. i wish i had made mine with gold handles…hmm..i think i've got an excuse to make another! 😉

  29. runwright
    January 22, 2016 / 2:34 pm

    Great links. Thanks for sharing them because I am new to the makeup game and I, too, struggle with the eyeliner

  30. Zelle B.
    January 22, 2016 / 2:35 pm

    Stay safe in the snow! And loving those clear mugs — so cute. Off to read that story. Happy Friday!

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  31. Caroline The Petite Fashionista
    January 22, 2016 / 2:35 pm

    That story about that couple is SO sweet!!! I mean it doesn't get any cuter than that! 🙂 I also love those mugs and that DIY. That song is also pretty good. Have a fab weekend! 🙂

  32. Darcy
    January 22, 2016 / 2:46 pm

    That marble tray looks soo good. Could not be more on trend righ tnow either!!
    amemoryofus.com

  33. Amanda | Kids and Cabernet
    January 22, 2016 / 2:48 pm

    Those clear mugs are so pretty – I think you need a pair! Glad the snow isn't going to be too bad in your area. Have a great weekend!

  34. Alissa
    January 22, 2016 / 2:50 pm

    You can make those in a crockpot????? YUMM!

    The Adored Life

  35. Courtney B
    January 22, 2016 / 2:51 pm

    Enjoy the snow! I'm glad you won't be hit too hard! Checking out that recipe now, and the ISO pictures… We all know how I'm obsessed with Instagram 😉 ha ha!

  36. Hope @ Hope in a Blog
    January 22, 2016 / 2:52 pm

    That recipe looks life changing!! And SO good.

  37. Diana @ The Cole Collection
    January 22, 2016 / 2:55 pm

    The mugs are so chic! Have a wonderfully warm weekend!

    x Diana

    thecolecollection.com

  38. Erin LFF
    January 22, 2016 / 3:13 pm

    We use our crockpot 1-2 times a week every week and I can't get enough recipes for it!! 😉 I swear, we wouldn't eat if we didn't have one lol! I'm thinking we're going to get up to 6" of snow so I'll happily stay home tonight and tomorrow if so!

  39. All Things Big and Small
    January 22, 2016 / 3:17 pm

    That recipe looks so good! And I love that DIY. Now I only need to convince my husband that we need another tray! 😉

    xo
    Annie- All Things Big And Small

  40. Kate at Green Fashionista
    January 22, 2016 / 3:21 pm

    Obsessing over that DIY marble tray, so pretty! And yayyyy for the almight crockpot, seriously the best invention ever! Enjoy the snow that you guys do get, and stay warm this weekend. Happy Friday <3
    Green Fashionista

  41. According to Kiki
    January 22, 2016 / 3:24 pm

    Please stock up of food today so you dont have to leave your house this weekend! haha. Be safe Biana! (:

  42. Lindsay // Vineyard Loveknots
    January 22, 2016 / 3:25 pm

    I was given a pair of glass mugs from Simon Pearce that I love – I'm sure you can find a cheaper version but if you want to splurge or keep in mind for a gift check them out!

  43. Ashley Lillis
    January 22, 2016 / 3:27 pm

    Crock pot recipes are seriously the best! Chris will usually throw everything in there when he's working from home, and I think that he seriously hates that he has to smell it all day! I love that Sean Mendes song too! It's so fun! I hope you enjoy your weekend, and try to stay warm with all of the crazy snow weather!

  44. Carly Messmer
    January 22, 2016 / 3:30 pm

    Those taquitos look so good! I haven't used my crockpot in ages, I need to bust it out again. Have a great weekend!!

  45. Brittany@TheLadyLawyer
    January 22, 2016 / 3:31 pm

    I saw that tray DIY and want to try it!

  46. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    January 22, 2016 / 3:31 pm

    Crock pots are literally THE best inventions EVER! Today I'm cooking up some chicken for some tacos, mmm! The taquitos look so yummy! Hope you have a nice warm weekend girl!
    xo, Lily
    beautywithlily.com

  47. Sarah Blodgett
    January 22, 2016 / 3:38 pm

    Loving that tray!! Such a great DIY!!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

  48. Leah McPherson
    January 22, 2016 / 3:43 pm

    That tray is so pretty and those tacos look absolutely delicious! They just might have to be added to my meal plan for next week! Have a great weekend!

  49. Meg Taylor
    January 22, 2016 / 3:48 pm

    Those clear mugs are fantastic, and I am pinning that crock pot taquitos recipe right now!! I bet a ranch seasoning would be so good added to it, too. Have a great weekend!

  50. Jessica
    January 22, 2016 / 3:51 pm

    I have to say… cute mugs are great… but I have double-walled clear mugs and they are my absolute favorite!!! I got them as a gift once and thankfully my husband doesn't really like them so I get them all to myself all the time! Have a great weekend, lady!

  51. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    January 22, 2016 / 3:53 pm

    Love the marble tray! Enjoy your weekend!
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  52. Jenn
    January 22, 2016 / 4:15 pm

    mmmm dying to know how those taquitos are! Please share once you make them! delicious

  53. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    January 22, 2016 / 4:24 pm

    So good to know the weather isn't going to be as bad as predicted. My husband is flying out of Boston today and I was hoping it wouldn't cause his flight to be delayed or cancelled completely. Crockpost recipes are seriously the best thing ever. I use it a lot for Sunday dinners.

  54. Brooklyn Terry
    January 22, 2016 / 4:33 pm

    Love that ISO cheat sheet, and I've been jamming out to that Shawn Mendes song as well lately lol!
    xoxo
    Brooke|LookBrooke

  55. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    January 22, 2016 / 5:14 pm

    I love taquitos so what a great find on the recipe. Clear mugs are just pretty though I love a good slogan mug. 😉

  56. Missy
    January 22, 2016 / 5:34 pm

    Mmmm tacquitos look so yummy! Totally pinning that and the tray! Stay warm!

  57. Lindsay's Sweet World
    January 22, 2016 / 5:52 pm

    Soooo jealous of your blizzard! We might get some flurries out of it, but that's about all. :o(

    I LOVE those coffee mugs. I've never really thought about it before, but WHY are coffee mugs never just plain clear glass?? So strange.

  58. Pink and Fabulous
    January 22, 2016 / 5:53 pm

    We are totally in sync this week! I was asking Josh if he could help me with the tray tutorial PLUS he got me clear coffee mugs! And that song is so good! Have a great weekend love!

  59. Brianne
    January 22, 2016 / 6:07 pm

    I love that mug! I need a couple of those. I definitely pinned that recipe too. I love the crock pot!

  60. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 6:12 pm

    I am all about crock pot meals right now and saw that recipe on Pinterest! I want to try it!
    ~~Megan~~
    poshprime.com

  61. Nikki @ makeupHER
    January 22, 2016 / 6:23 pm

    Glad your area isn't going to get that badly affected, but stay safe regardless!! Crock pot recipes are awesome especially for this time of year! The clear mug looks so cool, it's only a matter of time before Target has something similar to it! That song also, love!!

  62. a little bit of emily
    January 22, 2016 / 6:23 pm

    Crockpots are just so handy! Gotta love them. Happy Friday!

  63. B @ The Sequin Notebook
    January 22, 2016 / 6:27 pm

    I have a clear coffee mug and I LOVE it! I don't know why but somehow it makes everything from hot chocolate to hot toddies seem instantly more chic, haha!

  64. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 6:41 pm

    Those crock pot taquitos are happening! YUM!

    Wishes & Reality

  65. A Sentimental Adventure
    January 22, 2016 / 7:32 pm

    I am right there with you on the clear mugs! I'm always excited when my coffee comes in one!

    Christina
    A Sentimental Adventure

  66. Mecca
    January 22, 2016 / 7:38 pm

    Oh my gosh! I am ABSOLUTELY making those crock pot chicken taquitos THIS weekend. Thanks for sharing the recipe. They look delicious. Stay warm this weekend!

  67. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 7:39 pm

    Lovely favs. Clear mugs are so nice

    Made in Mauve ☆ Bloglovin

  68. Rachel F
    January 22, 2016 / 7:55 pm

    I am totally trying those crockpot taquitos!!! Yum!! Happy weekend, doll! xoxo, Rachel CubicleCouture

  69. Rebecca Jo
    January 22, 2016 / 8:05 pm

    I wish I wasn't so afraid of using my crock pot while I'm at work… I'm just afraid its going to catch on fire for some reason… or the REAL threat? Harvey Dent knocking it off the counter top. Odds of that are so high!

  70. Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persie
    January 22, 2016 / 9:04 pm

    Yes, please stay safe!!! Glad your area is expecting less than the norm. And yes, love crock pot meals, so yummy and easy! And I love clear mugs too, always look so good with tea.

  71. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 9:09 pm

    Happy friday!! I hope you have a wonderful weekend. Stay warm!

    Enclothed Cognition/Bloglovin

  72. The Siberian American
    January 22, 2016 / 9:31 pm

    Love the clear coffee mug! I also love making chicken taquitos but have never made them in the crockpot! Hope you stay safe and warm this weekend!

  73. Jalisa
    January 22, 2016 / 10:26 pm

    Girl, you are always sharing the most yummy and delicious recipes; I just pinned the chicken taquitos, I'll definitely be trying! I've been using my crockpot all week, too. I have the crockpot power XL, which is literally heaven sent! I hope you have a cozy and safe weekend, beauty! I'm so not looking forward to this blizzard. I've been getting alerts on my phone all day!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  74. Courtney@PancakesandSparkles
    January 22, 2016 / 10:41 pm

    Love that crock pot recipe, definitely on my rotation for next week because I have run out of ideas now! I have eaten the same few meals on repeat so time for some new ones!

  75. Unknown
    January 22, 2016 / 10:45 pm

    Great post, I always want to use my crock pot more, thanks for the recipe!

    Style by Avery

  76. Karly @ What Karly Said
    January 23, 2016 / 12:55 am

    Those taquitos look SO good, and I need that winged liner tool in my life! Have a good weekend!

  77. Christina
    January 23, 2016 / 1:52 am

    AND i get to see youuuuu next week! ahhah xoxo

  78. Amy @The Crazy Wise Woman
    January 23, 2016 / 2:38 am

    I need those beauty blenders, winged eye-liner junkie. Chicken taquitos??? Kill me… can't wait to hear how those turn out!

  79. behindmyheels
    January 23, 2016 / 3:51 am

    I love those glass mugs! I have some similar that I've glass etched! Have a wonderful weekend!
    -Beth
    bandgsparrow.blogspot.com

  80. Katie Elizabeth
    January 23, 2016 / 2:11 pm

    We've made those taquitos and they are delicious!! So easy, too! Hope you're staying warm/safe over there!

  81. Just Jess
    January 23, 2016 / 3:25 pm

    I hope that you are staying warm during this storm! I will have to add those taquitos to my meal plan soon since I love using my crockpot in the winter! Jess at Just Jess

  82. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    January 23, 2016 / 3:40 pm

    Loving that song…thanks for sharing I had not heard and it is not something I probably would have run across on accident.

  83. My Monochromatic Life
    January 23, 2016 / 4:23 pm

    I love that tray and those mugs. I have never seen coffee in a clear mug but don't see why not? I love coffee, why not look at it ? I am not much of a DIY-er but that tray might be worth a shot!

    mymonochromaticlife.com

  84. Christina Lea Loves
    January 23, 2016 / 5:26 pm

    We're usually about at the two nights a week crockpot mark too – I'd be lost without ours, in fact it's going right now! The taquitos look fabulous! Hope your weekend is going well!

  85. Dress in Sparkles
    January 23, 2016 / 7:13 pm

    Holy crap, that recipe looks amazing! I need to try it out!

    xo Kylie
    dressinsparkles.com

  86. Paige
    January 23, 2016 / 7:56 pm

    I pinned a similar crock pot recipe and thought it looked so good! And those mugs make the drink look so yummy! Love how clean they are!

  87. Sarah
    January 23, 2016 / 8:54 pm

    Oh I love that marble tray, what a fun diy!! Happy weekend!

  88. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    January 23, 2016 / 9:25 pm

    Love that marble tray! Those taquitos look delicious! I think I'll try those this week! Hope you're staying warm! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

  89. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMee
    January 24, 2016 / 10:53 pm

    Oh my gosh I'm the same way about clear things! If I had my way, I would have acrylic EVERYTHING! lol

  90. Hanging with the Hirsts
    January 24, 2016 / 10:56 pm

    I saw that DIY tray the other day and it looked so pretty!! You should definitely make one 🙂

  91. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoes
    January 24, 2016 / 11:58 pm

    That tray looks so similar to the one I made. I checked theirs out–mine is easier 😉 haha. Love those mugs…I really like the clear look!

  92. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    January 25, 2016 / 1:01 am

    I love chicken taquitos! So good! And Jen's tray is so cute and functional. She has some of the best DIY projects.

  93. Unknown
    January 25, 2016 / 1:01 pm

    I need to try that crockpot recipe!! And the photo tips are amazing!!

    pinkandnavystripes.com

  94. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    January 25, 2016 / 3:15 pm

    oh my those chicken taquitos look amazing! i'll definitely be trying that. and that ISO cheat sheet was super helpful too, thanks for sharing 🙂 hope you had a great weekend!

  95. Unknown
    January 26, 2016 / 5:42 pm

    I love using my crock pot! That recipe looks so yummy! I might have to try that one here soon!

    thecatandthecactus.blogspot.com

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