Katie's Closet ~ May Edition

Here's a recap of some of my favorite looks for May. Click on fashion to see more looks!

Katie's Closet

Blazer: Marshalls
Dress: TJ Maxx
Belt: Target
Shoes: Macys

 

Katie's Closet

Katie's Closet by allthingskatiemarie featuring a pearl necklace

I have SO many weddings to attend this summer and thought this is just the perfect outfit for one of them! Love the blue and pearls! 

Katie's Closet

 

Shirt: Marshalls

Pants: Old Navy

Shoes: Target

Purse: Michael Kors

Low-Calorie Pasta

It's easy to load up on pasta with extra cheese and butter. By mixing in some vegetables, the pasta becomes hardy and full of veggies and less grains. This recipe is only 100 calories per serving and is delicious! Enjoy!

Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole grain spaghetti or pasta noddles
- 1 cup frozen peas
-1 broccoli crown, chopped
-2 tbsp olive oil
-1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
-salt/pepper to taste
-2 tbsp garlic powder
-1/2 jar pasta sauce

Instructions:
Cook pasta in boiling water. In another pot, heat olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and pasta sauce until well combined. Add in chicken broth, pasta sauce, broccoli, peas and cheese. Mix until you have a solid consistency. Add pasta noodles when done and enjoy! 

Katie's Closet

 

Shirt: Express

Belt: Target

Skirt: TJMaxx 

Watch: Marc Jacobs

 

Father's Day Crafts

I've scoured the web looking for my favorite Father's Day crafts. These ideas are all simple, inexpensive, and adorable! Hopefully you'll be inspired to make or do something wonderful for that superhero in your life!

http://www.modernisticmama.com/2012/05/cute-fathers-day-craft-ideas.html

http://funfamilycrafts.com/king-of-the-grill-apron/

http://www.ilovetocreate.com/ProjectDetails.aspx?name=Nuts%20and%20Bolts%20Frame

http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf12349901.tip.html

 

http://nicadez.blogspot.com/2012/06/special-crafts.html 

http://kinzieskreations.blogspot.com/2012/05/fathers-day-printable.html

http://www.tipjunkie.com/homemade-gifts/what-to-make-for-dad/

http://teachingfashionista.blogspot.com/2012_05_01_archive.html

http://www.tipjunkie.com/homemade-gifts/what-to-make-for-dad/
http://www.redomestication.com/homemade-fathers-day-gift-from-kids/

http://kcummingsslp.blogspot.com/2012/06/pins-of-week-fathers-day-edition.html

http://www.redomestication.com/homemade-fathers-day-gift-from-kids/

http://www.tipjunkie.com/homemade-gifts/what-to-make-for-dad/

 

http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=fathers+day+homemade+gifts&view=detail&id=F0122007A5E94E685CEDF2376BD81A607221EAD0&first=71# 

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For some great gift ideas, check out my Father's Day Gift Giving Guide post!

Katie's Closet

Shirt: TJ Maxx
Skirt: Target
Necklace: Ily Couture

Frozen Meal Prep

Frozen meal prepping: this could very easily turn into my new addiction. After "pinning" various frozen meal preparations, I finally decided to do it! I started small with just one frozen meal, but the ingredients actually made two servings. Once I finished and put them in the freezer, I used them later in the month and simply dumped everything into a crockpot and just smiled at my accomplishment! I'm hooked!!! The best part is-- it only took me about 30 minutes to prepare two meals! How awesome is that?

Here's the recipe I used:

• (2) Green Peppers Cut into Slices split between 2 bags

• (1) Red Pepper Cut into Slices-split between bags

• (1) Zucchini Chopped and split between bags

• (3) Onions Chopped and split between bags

• (6) Red Potatoes Chopped and split between bags (you can also use Sweet Potatoes)

• (2) Garlic Cloves Chopped & Split Between bags

• (6) Chicken Breasts Split between bags

•  (1) 15 oz can of Tomato Pasta Sauce Split Between bags

• (1) TBSP of Brown Sugar per bag

• (1/4) tsp Salt per bag

Label both one gallon size freezer bags and place prepared ingredients in each bag.  

When you're ready to enjoy, simply place in a slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours. You can serve this with rice, bread, or alone.  Hopefully I'll discover some other great freezer recipes and share them soon!

 
Recipe adapted from mamaandbabylove.com

Katie's Closet

 

Shirt: Old Navy

Blazer: Marshalls

Pants: Express

Shoes: Michael Kors

Necklace: Kohls 

  

Bridal Shower

I recently attended a friends bridal shower and couldn't get over how beautiful everything was! The decorations, the food, the view...it was perfect! I wanted to share some of my favorite details from this fun party!

My favorite thing about this party was the amazing dessert table! Everything looked and tasted amazing! 

We played two games: Famous Couples matching game and Bridal Libs.

Here are just a few snap shots of the cute decor.

Such a wonderful afternoon showering the bride with love!

Katie's Closet

Katie's Closet by allthingskatiemarie featuring mint jewelry

Katie's Closet

 

Top: Old Navy

Pants: Jessica Simpson from Macys

Shoes: Target

Necklace: Marshalls

For a pop of color, I added my bright green Michael Kors purse! So fun for summer!

Beach Books

With summer right around the corner, it's time to relax and start cracking open some fun books. When I'm on vacation, I read like crazy! Nothing makes me happier than sitting on the beach and reading a book aaaaalllllllllll afternoon! It's hard to choose my favorite books, but these books are all lighthearted and easy reads. In no specific order, here are a few of my favorites that I highly recommend!

1. LET'S PRETEND THIS NEVER HAPPENED (A MOSTLY TRUE MEMOIR)

 

This is literally the funniest book I've ever read. I had a hard time reading it in public because I would laugh out loud! 

2.  SOMETHING BORROWED & SOMETHING BLUE

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 Emily Giffin never disappoints, but these two are probably my favorite books of hers

 3. THE HYPNOTIST'S LOVE STORY

 This Australian author is fabulous. I have read all of her books and I recommend them all! This book was super cute and fun to read.

4. GONE GIRL

 What a page turner! I couldn't put this book down! I can't wait to read more by Gilian Flynn.

5. THE HUNGER GAMES TRILOGY

 In case you've been living in a cave and haven't read these yet, you must!

6. THE MAGIC ROOM

This is a lovely, heartwarming book. I teared up a few times.

7. ARE YOU THERE, VODKA? IT'S ME, CHELSEA

 Honestly, all of Chelsea Handler's books are hilarious. This is one of her earlier books which I found particularly amusing. I would recommend any of her books.

8. THE GLASS CASTLE

I've read this book multiple times because it's one of my absolute favorites!

9. FIFTY SHADES OF GREY TRILOGY

Again, unless you live under a rock, you've probably read this series already. If not, don't be bashful! Behind all the hoopla is a great story.

10. ANGRY HOUSEWIVES EATING BON BONS

Everything about the title of this book just screams "read me!" This is a perfect beach read!

Hopefully you will start stockpiling books for summer! Does anyone have some book recommendations for me?