Fiesta Fruit

 

We recently celebrated a lit'a boy's birthday (actually, he's 30) at the lovely Zilker park and I wanted to put a little festive spin on your average fruit kabobs! I made the skewers the day before and did my skewin' the day of the fiesta. Lets get started...

Make it:

You will need the following supplies listed above ..including your favorite fruit, of course! :) 

- Using food coloring you will need to follow the instructions on the package to create the color of your choice...Just like dying Easter eggs!

- Let the skewers steep in the colored liquid for about 3-4 hours. *They will float, so use a cup or flatware to hold the skewers down.

- Remove from liquid (be careful, the dye can stain your fingers!) and allow to dry. 

- Wrap a piece of WASHI TAPE around the top of the skewer with about 1.5" on each side and stick them together. This secures our flags in place.

- Cut triangles to achieve a fun flag shape...and wahlah!

**Washi tape side note: I am in love with this stuff! I keep trying to think of cool ways to use it. They have tons of different colors and patterns at the craft store...it's so fun!!

I love the way these festive skewers brighten up a simple/easy party snack. Thanks for reading and I hope you guys are enjoying your summer as much as I am:)

{april} LOVE LIST

1. Snail love mail is definitely still a thing! "Je T'Aime" cards from Rifle Paper Co.

2. Babylips is a purse staple item! Moisture, color and delicious flavors! (find it at Walgreens)

3. I've got JT's new 20/20 album on repeat!

4. LOVE this Etsy shop...byMART

5. Target is keeping it trendy and affordable with their Threshold series.

6. I want all three! Rifle Paper Co. iPhone cases.

These are some blog worthy items I fell in love with this month!

Mmmm so minty!



1. Essie: Mint Candy Apple $8 2. Sosie: Dolley flats in taupe mint $35 3. Cotton On: ceramic travel mug $12.95 4. Kendra Scott: Marisol Statement necklace in Fern $185 5. H&M : bikini $27.90 6. Etsy: Loveknot post earrings $24 7. Sherwin Williams: Interior Paint Aloe 6464 8. H&M: Ankle length pants $24.95

 Spring time is officially upon us! I'm slowly trying to shop around in preparation for my warm weather wardrobe and I think it's safe to admit, we all love the mint trend. I have made a rule that mint can veer into the blues or greens...there's not just one version of this tasty shade.

Lets start with our fingers: Essie has an awesome reputation for great color combinations and I've found myself picking up a bottle every time I'm wandering around Target. This color is a great spring/summer pop of color for those paws.

The interior designer in me is dying to mention #7....Sherwin Williams announced their 2013 "Color of the Year" and lets all pause and notice...its pretty minty!! It's subtle yet energizing and I'm tempted to grab a gallon of this heavenly stuff for my new apartment. It's a cool calming color that I could see in a bedroom or accent wall in a living room. Yum.

Whether you are going for a casual stroll down Congress or dressing up for that client meeting, I love adding a hint of mint to my wardrobe. Although, if you catch me trying to wear all of these items at the same time call the fashion police!

Side note: Barton Springs swimming hole opens THIS Saturday, March 30th! Finally!

Barton Spring's Pool...Austin's best place to cool off this summer!

I hope you all have a happy and wonderful Easter weekend!