tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90504412600237204472024-03-29T04:03:25.164-07:00Golden & LovelyAshlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-82239106767701390682012-04-05T06:54:00.002-07:002012-04-05T10:57:29.092-07:00DIY Polka-Dot Sneakers<a class="pin-it-button" count-layout="horizontal" href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F04%2Fdiy-polka-dot-sneakers.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-iC1BtbDQ6Bc%2FT30OUoUQpkI%2FAAAAAAAAATA%2FjDvuLo5n1AM%2Fs1600%2FDSC_0956.JPG&description=DIY%20Polka-Dot%20Sneakers%0Ahttp%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com"><img border="0" src="http://assets.pinterest.com/images/PinExt.png" title="Pin It"></a><br>
<div style="text-align: left;"><strong>{Polka-Dots are perfect for Spring}</strong></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br>
</div><div style="text-align: left;">While browsing <a href="http://www.madewell.com/index.jsp">Madewell's Spring Catalog</a> the other day, I came across these killer <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/SHOESSANDALS/sneakers/PRDOVR~87406/99102730172/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~keds/87406.jsp">Keds.</a> Since I wanted just about everything in the catalog, my DIYing instincts "kicked" in! </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;">As my husband would say <strong><em>"That's the HOTNESS."</em></strong> {That means he likes them} YES!!!!</span></td></tr>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong><u>You'll need:</u></strong></div><ul><li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> A Pair of inexpensive sneakers (I used <a href="http://www.target.com/p/Womens-Mossimo-Supply-Co-Olga-Canvas-Flat-Sneakers-Navy/-/A-12289165">these</a>)</div></li>
<li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Permanent White Fabric Pen </div></li>
</ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><em>{Yes, that's all folks}</em> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>It's okay, you <u>can</u> get excited!!!</strong></div><a href="http://goldenandlovely.blogspot.com/2012/04/diy-polka-dot-sneakers.html#more">READ MORE.........</a>Ashlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.com110tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-36026129626201019302012-04-03T06:11:00.001-07:002012-04-05T07:23:10.178-07:00{My Spring} things that are fly, and you should buy!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My {already purchased} Spring Must-Haves!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm currently obsessed with each and everyone of these beautiful things.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.target.com/p/Xhilaration-Green-Neon-Print-Tote/-/A-13921009" target="_blank"><img border="0" dea="true" height="400" src="https://p.twimg.com/ApgmaPUCMAA75kl.jpg" width="237"></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fn"><em>Xhilaration Green Neon Print Tote</em> from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1141266120">Target</a></span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1141266120"> </a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br>
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="320" src="https://p.twimg.com/ApgKGl7CEAAJNtE.jpg:large" width="191"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><em>Signature Collection Pink Chiffon Shimmer Body Cream</em> </div><div style="text-align: center;">from <a href="http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12475928&cm_vc=200" target="_blank">Bath & Body Works</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br>
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tobi.com/product/44296-bijoux-rocks-and-studs-bracelet?color_id=56331" target="_blank"><img border="0" dea="true" height="400" src="https://p.twimg.com/ApP7--3CEAAKFPf.jpg:large" width="238"></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><em>Bijoux Rocks and Studs Bracelet</em> from Tobi<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/bijoux_rocks_studs_bracelet/thing?id=53574934" target="_blank"></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br>
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="191" src="https://p.twimg.com/Apgrfq_CIAIgoWJ.jpg" width="320"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><em>Joia for Rio Sunglasses in Tortoise</em> from <a href="http://www.tobi.com/product/43246-joia-for-rio-sunglasses?color_id=54323" target="_blank">Tobi</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a href="http://goldenandlovely.blogspot.com/2012/04/my-spring-things-that-are-fly-and-you.html#more">READ MORE.........</a>Ashlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-66239106294079765692012-04-02T07:56:00.002-07:002012-04-02T08:49:41.358-07:00Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Pizza with Chorizo & Goat Cheese<a class="pin-it-button" count-layout="horizontal" href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F04%2Froasted-tomatillo-salsa-pizza-with.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-NShzjzS9VnQ%2FT3mv88K8EfI%2FAAAAAAAAASY%2FpuFHA1T0v50%2Fs1600%2FDSC_0922.JPG&description=Roasted%20Tomatillo%20Salsa%20Pizza%20with%20Chorizo%20and%20Goat%20Cheese%0Ahttp%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com"><img border="0" src="http://assets.pinterest.com/images/PinExt.png" title="Pin It"></a><br>
I'm super excited to share this <em>Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Pizza with Chorizo and Goat Cheese</em> with all of you. If you like slightly spicy food you will love this delicious pizza.<br>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Makes one large pizza. Serving size 2-4 people.</td></tr>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5DiXMlWOcOnWTXZGPhiDSmnGxyLsnysdmYkYNhP-yeK4zHpWpe1Rf3P-RE_K4Zfh68vwv8YcQ1vouDi8rs1yT_Q70yZZBzYXwXVBOMaJtdmll9GCAQoIid6Zq_2zoCQGqG2O77PSD2dID/s1600/DSC_0873.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5DiXMlWOcOnWTXZGPhiDSmnGxyLsnysdmYkYNhP-yeK4zHpWpe1Rf3P-RE_K4Zfh68vwv8YcQ1vouDi8rs1yT_Q70yZZBzYXwXVBOMaJtdmll9GCAQoIid6Zq_2zoCQGqG2O77PSD2dID/s640/DSC_0873.JPG" width="640"></a><u><strong>Easy Pizza Crust Ingredients:</strong></u><br>
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2 cups all-purpose flour</div>
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1/4 teaspoon instant or rapid-rise yeast</div>
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1 teaspoon salt</div>
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1/2 cup room temperature water</div>
1/3 cup beer<strong><u></u></strong><br>
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In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, yeast and salt. Add the water and beer. Stir to combine everything. Cover with plastic wrap and leave at room temperature overnight. </div>
<a href="http://goldenandlovely.blogspot.com/2012/04/roasted-tomatillo-salsa-pizza-with.html#more">READ MORE.........</a>Ashlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-53105818872474420432012-03-27T07:52:00.001-07:002012-03-27T09:32:59.128-07:00A day of flowers.....Many flowers are already in <strong><em>full bloom</em></strong> and I'm lovin it!!! A day in the park with wonderful blooms, makes me <u><strong>one happy girl</strong></u>! I'm still learning alot about my <a href="http://www.google.com/products/catalog?rlz=1T4ADFA_enUS389US389&q=nikon+d3100&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=1880600673401024319&sa=X&ei=3NBxT5O-EdGMsAKroKj-BQ&ved=0CKABEPMCMAE#" target="_blank">new camera</a>, but here are some flowery shots I fell in <strong>love</strong> with. <u>Hope you enjoy and Happy Tuesday!!!</u><br />
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In this case, I'm guessing it's his "NICE" way of telling me "these are good, but you're no photographer!" Gosh, I love him. XOXO</div>Ashlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-12013244633341294672012-03-26T06:39:00.001-07:002012-04-03T08:55:46.653-07:00DIY Star Drop Earrings<a class="pin-it-button" count-layout="horizontal" href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fdiy-star-drop-earrings.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-lxWJd1D2VUs%2FT2_Y-FiyZOI%2FAAAAAAAAAQg%2Ftbsz55CjeX0%2Fs1600%2FDSC_0729.JPG&description=DIY%20Star%20Drop%20Earrings%0Ahttp%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com"><img border="0" src="http://assets.pinterest.com/images/PinExt.png" title="Pin It"></a><br>
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I've been gawking over these fantastic <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/311934" target="_blank">earrings</a>, so I decided to make my own. You should too!! These earrings are <em>super simple</em> to make and they're <u>amazingly awesome</u>! Let me just add, I love <strong><em>STARS</em></strong>. <br>
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You'll need: (for 1 earring)</div>
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2 1/2 inches gold chain</div>
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Split Ring</div>
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Ball Hook Wire (14k plated)</div>
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Charm-<a href="http://store.scrapbook.com/ek-b0300150.html" target="_blank">(I used these)</a></div>
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*Sizes of gold chain may vary depending on the drop length you're trying to achieve. </div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I will admit it, I totally made this by accident and <u><em>I LOVE IT</em></u>!!!!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I always use <a href="http://www.goody.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Goody Ouchless Elastics</a> and I made the mistake of buying Goody Girls Ouchless Elastics, emphasis on “Girls!” I have longer hair and the “Girls” are far too tiny to hold all my hair. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So I decided to link them together and make an DIY Elastic Headwrap.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><em>I <strong>do</strong> know one thing, these work perfectly for the gym!!!</em> </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="color: black;">You'll need:</span><br>
<ul><li>11 Goody Girls Ouchless Elastics</li>
<li>A pair of scissors</li>
</ul>*Supplies will vary depending on size.<br>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These bracelets are super fun, creative, and just plain AWESOME! I've made several in all sorts of different colors, giving them to my closest friends kind of as a thank you for "being you." I don't know about you but I'm filled with the most wonderful feeling seeing people I care about light up about something I made for them. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So one day I'm driving in my car, sunroof open, the sun is shining, and I get a <em>vision</em>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br>
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>DIY Leather Wrap Flip-Flops</strong>.....PURE EXCITEMENT! Can you tell I'm totally ready for spring!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZzeP6tVzALP3uYXnwAtnv5ARMsEnF-Kwd-R3nO7bPbUuGxA4kx9qIBbPtNWNGPpBlD8yaTwC5NIzg7v1prU4YS646zwbS9iIMGeWkvAN5H8zldSg3t0XallTN-iQr4G84IfJdDRND5cMA/s1600/123.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZzeP6tVzALP3uYXnwAtnv5ARMsEnF-Kwd-R3nO7bPbUuGxA4kx9qIBbPtNWNGPpBlD8yaTwC5NIzg7v1prU4YS646zwbS9iIMGeWkvAN5H8zldSg3t0XallTN-iQr4G84IfJdDRND5cMA/s640/123.JPG" width="640"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAjTiUvLV_Yx_mA9uCECSTETW3n13HEo_bRJS3SbvICNc2w9OujX_GktwM1fW0M02FQV-_T-Ij36TKJx_WskyZSgDaPrOuiWTJ7vTuYs5Sw3-V-v5rToYi_YRuNpDRoiBwXDOIHNnr3C_U/s1600/063.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAjTiUvLV_Yx_mA9uCECSTETW3n13HEo_bRJS3SbvICNc2w9OujX_GktwM1fW0M02FQV-_T-Ij36TKJx_WskyZSgDaPrOuiWTJ7vTuYs5Sw3-V-v5rToYi_YRuNpDRoiBwXDOIHNnr3C_U/s640/063.JPG" width="640"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You'll need (measurements are for a ONE flip-flop)</div><ul><li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A pair of inexpensive Flip-flops (I'm using Old Navy Faux-Leather Flip-Flop in Gold)</div></li>
<li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">60 inches* of waxed cotton cord </div></li>
<li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">12.5 inches* of brass ball chain or crystal chain</div></li>
<li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A pair of side cutters (to cut the metal brass chain and the cotton cord)</div></li>
<li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Super Glue (I prefer the super glue with the brush)</div></li>
</ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">*Lengths will vary depending on the size of your sandal.</div><a href="http://goldenandlovely.blogspot.com/2012/03/diy-leather-wrap-flip-flop.html#more">READ MORE.........</a>Ashlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-22724539140316376542012-03-19T09:37:00.000-07:002012-03-19T09:37:23.465-07:00Spring Earring GIVEAWAY!!!I want super gorgeous spring earrings. <u><em><strong>Don't you?</strong></em></u> Check out <a href="http://michellesindulgences.blogspot.com/2012/03/giveaway-giveaway-giveaway.html#more" target="_blank">Life's Little Indulgences</a> for your chance to win a wonderful <strong><em><u>GIVEAWAY!!!</u></em></strong> <br />
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Happy Monday Funday....GOOD LUCK!Ashlie Ortegahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15664121857184287449noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9050441260023720447.post-84506991035471674532012-03-19T05:39:00.002-07:002012-03-19T05:42:36.614-07:00Simply Green and Delicious<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgoldenandlovely.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fsimply-green-and-delicious.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-arK88hijfxk%2FT2aaJCJ07FI%2FAAAAAAAAAKQ%2FnQt0aYTyLjQ%2Fs640%2F056.JPG&description=Simply%20Green%20and%20Delicious" class="pin-it-button" count-layout="horizontal">Pin It</a><br />
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Hope every had a wonderful <em>St. Patrick's Day</em>. My husband and I got to celebrate with our wonderful sister and her <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">fiancé</span>. We started the night with a <strong>delish</strong> drink mix she gathered from her co-worker. <br />
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<li>2 liter of Mountain Dew Soda</li>
<li>2 pkgs. Kool-Aid Lemon Lime Drink Mix</li>
</ul><em>CHUG THE MOUNTAIN DEW</em> until it reaches the top of the label. (I'm only kidding, pour out or consume enough Mountain Dew Soda until it reaches the top of the label) Add the 2 Lemon-Lime Kool-Aid packets and fill the rest of the 2 liter up with vodka. Gently shake and chill. Serve chilled with a lime.<br />
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While reading <a href="http://www.self.com/" target="_blank">Self Magazine</a> I came across this recipe for Samoas a.k.a Caramel de-Lites by Girl Scout Cookies. <em><u>Side note:</u></em> These are my <strong>FAVORITE GIRL SCOUT COOKIES EVER</strong>! The best part is this recipe is lower in fat and calories. Sign me up........<br />
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<u>Oh my CARAMEL GOODNESS:</u><br />
<ul><li>1/2 cup of sweetened coconut</li>
<li>12 chewy caramels</li>
<li>3 tbsp. dark or semisweet chocolate chips</li>
<li>24 reduced-fat Nilla Wafers </li>
<li>1/4 cup slim milk</li>
<li>Parchment paper</li>
<li>reusable bag</li>
</ul>Heat oven to 300 degrees. On a baking sheet, toast sweetened coconut. Turning every 5 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool. Using parchment paper cover separate baking sheet; set wafers on top. In a microwavable bowel, microwave caramels and milk on high, stirring until smooth. Should take about 4 minutes. Fold sweetened coconut into caramel mixture. Spread about 1 tbsp. caramel mixture onto each wafer. Let cookies cool completely (I put cookies in refrigerator for this step) Next microwave chocolate, stir often, until melted. Should take about 3 minutes. Transfer chocolate into reusable bag. Snip tiny portion of bag corner. Drizzle cookies with chocolate, let cool. <br />
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<u>Oh my Carmel Goodness</u> cookies received approval from my husband and that means they are G-O-O-D good!!!!!! <br />
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I'm in love with <strong>EVERYTHING </strong>tassel inspired! I decided to DIY a pair of Multi-Colored Tassel Earrings using gold chain. I am extremely excited to share these <u>amazing</u> earrings with all of you. </div>
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Supplies: Variety of Nail Polish colors, Gold Chain, Split Rings, Ball Hook Wire (14K plated), Side Cutters, Pin. <br>
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Cut gold chain into 3 parts. Each gold chain section should be 6 inches in length. (The drop of each earring will be approximately 3 inches)<br>
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