Dolce Vita Look Alike Sandals

Price:

$14.99

Where can I get it?

Target

Why I {crave} it?

I was at Nordstrom the other day trying on these same exact sandals but they were the Dolce Vita brand. Then I happened to stumble upon these look a likes at Target for a fraction of the price. They come in black, pink, mint and white and are perfect to add to your summer shoe collection. Go out a grab yourself a pair before they're all gone!

Caldrea Stainless Steel Spray

Caldrea Stainless Steel Spray

Price:

 $7.99

Where can I find it? 

Target

Why I {crave} it?

I love this stainless steel spray because it is so easy to use and doesn't leave your appliances streaky. Just spray it on a rag and using circular motions clean the desired area of your appliance. All of the Caldrea products also smell so good and leave your house with a fresh, clean scent. Happy Spring Cleaning! (Thanks Lauren for the idea of wanting a good stainless steel cleaner) Anyone have any other products they'd like me to review??

Colored Denim

Colored Denim

Price: 

$125.00

Where can I get them?

J. Crew

Why I {crave} it?

Colored Denim is so in right now and I'm loving adding some more color into my wardrobe. My favorite color denim pants are from J. Crew and they are the toothpick jean in garment dyed twill. There are about 5 different colors to choose from and are the cutest fit! Pair them with a chambray top or with almost any top you own. The possibilities are endless...grab yourself a pair for this years hottest trend!

Trader Joe's Faves

This frozen Mac 'n Cheese is fabulous. Everyone in my family loves it!

Our fridge in our home always has Hummus in it...perfect healthy snack for all. I especially like the Spicy Hummus. It's not too spicy at all; just great flavor!

The perfect companion for the hummus...great combo with very little calories.

I dare you to eat just one of these! So yummy!!!

A quick easy meal at our house that everyone loves is the pre-cooked pulled pork. 

We use these mini hamburger buns with the pulled pork. Broil them in the oven with some butter and garlic salt and place your pork on them and you've got yourself a yummy pork sandwich!

Best Marinara Sauce...good on everything!

My favorite breakfast...frozen Steelcut Oatmeal. Easy, fast and delish!

This gnocchi is so good. Another thing my kids love for lunch or dinner and it's super fast and simple to make.

This has to go down as my kids all time favorite dinner. They love this orange chicken and it's super easy to make as well. We usually serve it with the Trader Joe's frozen brown rice. 

Trader Joe's is my favorite grocery store. They have the most amazing quick-fix meals for my family and the yummiest, healthiest snacks. If you haven't been to a Trader Joe's before I would highly recommend you stopping in and grabbing some quick snacks. There are a ton more things that we love from TJ's and I'll add more of our favorites in another post.

What are some of your go-to items at Trader Joes? I'd love to hear!

Frames for Entertaining

I used these for Navy's luncheon after her blessing and have had many inquires on where I got them...

TOLSBY

White Frame for 2 pictures

 

Price:

$.99

Where can I get it?

IKEA

Why I {crave} it?

These are my favorite accessories for entertaining. Because they are cheap and add just the right amount of flare to any party. I just make my own cards on Photoshop to go along with whatever I need them for and slide them into the frame. So easy and cute!

A boost for your laundry

Downy Unstopables

Price:

$6.99

Where can I buy this?

Target, Wal-mart or other drug stores

Why I {crave} it?

If your looking for an extra scent boost in your laundry then this is it. I feel like the smell of fresh laundry fades pretty quick from my clothes/blankets etc. and with this new product I just discovered the scent lasts way longer. I prefer the "fresh" scent. Try it and let me know what you think. 

Soothies Gel Pads

Soothies Gel Pads

Price:

$10.99

Where can I find these?

Target. Babies R Us. 

Why I {crave} them?

I was just introduced to these from a friend and wish I would have known about them with my other two kids. They have been my lifesaver since just giving birth to my third child a week ago and nursing. They instantly soothe, relieve and help heal sore nipples from nursing. They provide instant, cooling pain relief and you can even put them in the fridge before you use them so they are extra cool. The only down side is they are a bit pricey. They only comes with 2 reusable gel pads and they are typically only good for 72 hours. But trust me, they are worth every penny. Grab yourself at least 2 boxes after you have a baby. You deserve it!

Best secret for great nails....

Nailtiques Top Shine

Price:

$10.00

Where can I find this?

Ulta, Sephora and most beauty supply stores

Why I {crave} it?

Don't you hate when you paint your nails and a couple of days later they are peeling and chipping already. When you apply nailtiques top shine as your top coat, your nails will last at least twice as long as they did before and still have that "freshly painted" look.

Spray Paint

Rustoleum Ultra Cover 2x Coverage

Price:

$2.99

Where can I find it?

the Home Depot, OSH 

Why I {crave} it?

Recently I have been in major nesting mode over at our house (early I know) so I have been re-doing a lot of my furniture to give myself a little home decor fix. This is the best spray paint if you want to paint almost anything and everything from furniture to picture frames. All you have to do is wipe down the item, start painting (light coats, not too close), paint 1-2 more coats and wahla! You have a brand new looking piece of furniture/decor. I typically only use 2-3 coats and have found that the Satin finish gives you the best most expensive look. I will post some of my projects I have recently done soon.

Subbies

Subbies Bath/Pool Toys

Price:

$7.97

Where can I find these?

Cost Plus, Amazon

Why I {crave} it?

I was just introduced to this toy by my good friend the other night and was immediately sold! All you have to do is twist it and it's motorized and cruises all over the pool. My boys loved chasing after the "penguin"  trying to catch it. This is a must have toy for every parent!

Wipes!

Johnson's Hand and Face Wipes

Price:

$2.99

Where can I find it?

Target, Wal-Mart

Why I {crave} it?

Both of my boys are potty trained so I don't feel the need to lug around a huge pack of wipes anymore. However; I still need to wipe boogies, hands and faces at times. So I found that these wipes do just the trick! They help wipe away over 95% of dirt & germs and are alcohol free.

Car Freshner

My Shaldan Air Freshner

Price:

$4.99

Where can I find it?

Car Wash, Wal-mart

Why I {crave} it?

My sister introduced me to this amazing car freshener and I have to say I think it is by far the best and longest lasting air freshener out there. It makes your car smell just the perfect amount of Oranges and lasts at least 2-3 months.

Alterna Caviar Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner

Alterna Caviar Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner

Price:

$17.99/each at any professional beauty store

Where can I find this?

I get mine at Salon Centric 

Why I {crave} this?

My hair has felt stiff and lifeless lately until I stumbled upon these beauties. They make my hair full or moisture and soft and silky. Your hair will love this!

Crayola Bathtub Markers

Crayola Bathtub Markers

Price:

$5.49

Where can I find these?

Toys R Us

Why I {crave} them?

I have tried a ton of markers, crayons, paints for the boys bath time and just discovered these babies and love them. They write really well and don't melt in the bath water and wipe off in a pinch. Try them & your kiddos will thank you!

Floties

Floties

Price:

$6.99

Where can I find these?

Wal-Mart

Why I {crave} them?

These are by far the best floties ever made! They fit very snug, so they stay put once they are on your child and they are covered in fabric so they don't irritate your child's arms while they are swimming. Every year the company seems to make new, cute designs too. Get them early...because these babies fly out of Wal-Mart!!

Best Summer treat for kids...

Popsicle Mighty Minis Slow Melt Pops

Price:

$3.99

Where can I find these?

At your local grocery store in the freezer section

Why I {crave} it?

My kids love popsicles for a treat when it's hot out, so I stumbled upon these amazing ones and instantly fell in love. They have a little bit of geletin in them which helps them melt slower and they are mini, so they actually finish the whole popsicle without that yucky drip all over your patio and all over them!

the Porefessional

the POREfessional by Benefit

Price:

$28

Where can I find this?

Sephora

Why I {crave} it?

This magic cream helps minimize the appearance of your pores and works like a charm! You can apply it before or after your makeup and it goes on super smooth. It is oil free and it's a universal color; so it works for everyone!

Scentportable

One of my favorite scents

Scentportable

Price:

$6.00

Where can I find this?

Bath and Body Works

Why I {crave} it?

I love having a yummy smelling car so I found these beauties at Bath and Body Works one day. They are great! You can choose from a variety of different scents and you just have to refill them every so often. When ever anyone gets in my car, they always ask me what smells so good. And my answer: Scentportable!

Double Strollers

City Mini Double by Baby Jogger

Price:

$300

Where can I find this?

Albeebaby.com, Amazon or any local baby stores

Why I {crave} it?

This is the lightest double stroller (only 21lbs.) and most compact double stroller you will find. It is by far my favorite double. So easy to fold (folds completely flat) , and easy to push with one hand...I love this stroller!! The single stroller just like the double is great too! I have been having a lot of requests for my favorite baby strollers; so this week...here they are!

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 B.O.B Revolution Duallie

Price:
$600
Where can I find this?
REI, Amazon, local baby stores
Why I {crave} it?
This is by far the best jogging stroller! If you aren't a runner; i would recommend the city mini double but if you do run then I would recommend getting the B.O.B. The B.O.B is a lot bigger, not as easy to fold and heavier. But it is a great all around stroller. Great suspension and also super easy to push.

the BEST eyeliner

M.A.C Fluidline

Price:

$15.00

Where can I find it?

Nordstrom or at any M.A.C store

Why I {crave} it?

This eyeliner stays on all day and gives you that solid black silky look. It never looks faded; always fresh looking. Just apply it with a small slanted eyeliner brush and you will have some killer eyeliner!