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October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days  is on the 6th & 7th, 2026

October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

Hello, Pretty Ladies,

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I love Amazon and get a delivery or two daily. I love the convenience, the free shipping, and the fact that I can order from small businesses and large brands in one spot. I find the hidden gems so you don’t have to. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is a great time to grab some great deals on things we already shop for, and maybe find a few new things, along with shopping early to get a head start for the upcoming holiday season.

I am sharing items I use daily, items Iam buying for the holidays and stocking up on, a few things I wear on repeat from my closet, and a few I want to try. I’ll be updating my Amazon storefront, and I have created a Prime Day 2026 Shopping list on it. 

I WILL be UPDATING THIS LATER TODAY AND AGAIN TOMORROW… So keep checking back

CHECK OUT MY 20 AMAZON FINDS FROM SEPTEMBER… MOST ARE ON SALE

October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

Clothing & Accessories 

I’ve been so impressed with the Amazon clothing quality and the pricing lately. I love mixing saving with splurges, and Amazon is a great place to pick up on-trend seasonal pieces and accessories without breaking the budget to pair with your classic wardrobe builders. A great way to stay looking current and update your wardrobe. 

Boho maxi skirt that feels like sweats|Stripped overalls with lace bottoms| Women’s Plaid Lace Hem Balloon Pants Gingham Wide Leg Harem Pant

The Ruffle collar button-up I own in 3 colors| The most flattering suede top (you ladies loved the dress version I wore). My most worn Stripped sweater| 

Women’s Oversized Puffer Vest, Stand Collar, Full Zip, Sleeveless Bubble Puffer Vest. I have this in two colors. This Quilted puffer vest is also a great choice, and I have it in wine. Quilted floral jacket I’ve worn on repeat| Tapesrty and denim jacket| 

Bandana Jeans| Polka dot cardigan I am loving | This striped cardigan I  got in two colors: 1 for me, 1 for a gift| 

Western Belt with Horse detail | Western suede boots | Red western cowboy boots| Trending chunky beaded necklaces in several colors. Now $12 |Gold beaded bracelet sets that look so rich; I wear two sets, and at under $12 they’re a great gift too|  No show socks| 

October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

Homefinds

Amazon is my go-to for a lot of my coffee table books and reading. Fun fact: did you know Amazon started out selling books and grew to what it is now from there? Crazy how things grow and change. I also find a lot of my kitchen gadgets and special entertaining finds. 

Shark Steam & Scrub Steam Mop, All-in-One Hard Floor Cleaner, Grey- This has also been on my list; now it’s on sale, and it’s in my cart. 

Dyson Cordless V8 Vacuum – This has been on my list; now it’s 31% off, and it’s in my cart.

Pebble Ice maker (I use it multiple times a day) | Stain Cleaner | Sound Bar | Smart Dimmers | Portable power station a Great gift Idea | Balsam Fir Christmas tree | Meyers Counter Spray. This is a great neighbor gift. 

A few coffee Table books I own and love that also make for great gift Ideas- 

Tom Ford|Around the Table cookbook by Shea McGee is 60% off and is a great gift idea for a bride or the holidays. |

Martha Stewart’s Gardening Handbook| $14.99 major sale

 Magnolia Table cookbook 3 50% 0ff| 

Ralph Lauren A Way of Living | 58% off 

Around the Table| 50% off

October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

Fall Items I love on Sale

Pumpkin Dutch oven pot with lid 3.5 qt | Faux Rabbit fur throw $29 | 

Pumpkin petite quart dish oven and stovetop  50% off| Orange Boxwood Fall 28″ wreath| Pumpkin Pillows| 

Cozy Season candle now $15.99 | My Favorite Fall Opi Nail polish  Lincoln Park After Dark | Mackenzie Childs Chocolate resin pumpkin set| 

Household products

The Veggie chopper! Makes chopping onions a breeze! and Peppers

KitchenAid Mixer– I use this multiple times a week, and I adore the attachments! Seriously, this is my must-have kitchen tool. 

Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Food Storage Containers, Assorted Sizes, Set of 9, BPA-Free, Leak-Proof, Clear

KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender– Another Item I use almost daily! Smoothies, baby food, soups, etc

Lodge essential 6 qt Dutch oven– comes in several colors on sale.

 

October Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

Beauty Products

Living Proof dry shampoo | Lumify eye drops & single dose both my hubby and I use) T-3 Airbrush I use weekly | Teeth whitening strips | Dime Danes de les bois perfume | L’Occitane Almond shower oil|  Amika Hair Mask|Grace & Stella Eye masks |

One Skin Clean Beauty

Age reversal body moisturizer| One Skin eye supplement cream| Face Topical Supplement | 

Beekman 1802 Deals:

Beekman 1802- Clean beauty and such great products. 

Bloom Cream (regular size): 30% off

Milk Shake Facial Toner (full size): 30% off

Milk Shake Body Mists: 30% off

NEW Milk RX Hand & Body: 20%

Oh! Mega Milky Oil (1oz): 30% off

Milk RX Facial Cream (1.69oz): 30% off

Koren Skincare & Clean Beauty

  • KSECRET: Up to 50% off select SEOUL 1988 skincare, including the Multi Balm & Sleeping Mask at 50% off
  • NEOM Wellbeing: Up to 40% off select SKUs, Love There candles, and Magnesium lotion
  • Ulike: Up to 46% off select IPL + red light therapy devices
  • JUNGSAEMMOOL: Select products 25–40% off, including cushions, blush, palettes, and skincare
  • LAPCOS: 20% off sitewide on Amazon  Sheet masks + Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ 32% off + BOGO
  • Rodial: 20% off select products, including Banana Lowlighter, Salmon DNA and Bronzing Drops
  • Thrive Causemetics: Up to 30% off, including Liquid Lash Extensions
  • &honey: Melty Moist Repair Oil $30.99 (reg. $44)
  • Caramela Beauty: Cyperus Rotundus Oil 20% off + Even Tone Serum $20 Prime-exclusive deal

Michael Todd – 40% off Refill blades for dermaplaning tool. 

Dude Wipes | I buy these for my boys’ stockings, and I keep them in our bathrooms as well. 

Gift Ideas

This headband makes self-care days and putting on makeup so easy. Great stocking stuffer and gift Idea under $5

Case Mate Jelly Tote– I love mine for travel, beach, and pool- would make a great gift

Around the Table cookbook by Shea McGee is 60% off and is a great gift idea for a bride or the holidays. 

Baby Items I purchased for my Grandbaby

Battat Wooden Activity Cube – 5-Sided Play Center with Bead Maze, Doors

Baby Balance Bike under $26 and so cute| 

Montessori building blocks and sensory toy set |

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Fall Favorites Reading List

Hello, Pretty Ladies,

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I love to read, and I host a bi-monthly book club where I create a tablescape around the Book we read that month. Our Last Book was The People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry. Perfect for a summer read. We took a break from the club over the summer, but of course, I continued to read and listen to audiobooks all summer. Here’s what I read and listened to. 

Fall Favorites Reading List

Books I’ve Read 

Falling for Peach Tree Bluff – By Kristy Woodson Harvey. A continuation of the Peachtree Bluff series. A sweet, heartwarming set of stories about a mom and her three daughters set in a darling southern beachside town. I never want her books to end, and I adore how Kristy has developed each character and takes you on their journeys. She pulls you into their world and sets the scenes so vividly, you can truly see it as a movie set. A perfect Fall read you’ll love and want to visit this sweet town and its characters. 

Kristy Harvey Woodson’s Latest book, Falling for Peach Tree, came out September 15th, but I was lucky to get an advance copy, and I read it in one evening (ok, actually I stayed up until after 3 to finish it). 

The Most Fun We Ever Had– A Reese’s Book Club pick- A family saga set in the 1970’s and in current time. Characters develop through their past choices and how they live and move forward today. Along with a beautiful love story. A great read.

Books in Cute Series New to Me

The Daisy Chain Flower Shop– by Laurie Gilmore, the 6th Book in the Dream Harbor series. I have loved every book in this heartwarming, sweet little romance book series. I love the characters; the small seaside town is somewhere we would all want to visit. Cute and quick reads, with one to enjoy for each season. Pumpkin Spice Cafe is cute for Fall, and Christmas Tree Farm  & The Gingerbread Bakery is perfect for the Holiday season. 

The Cinnamon Spiced Inn– by Harper Graham. If you love Laurie Gilmore, then they say you’ll love Harper Graham. This was my first read from her, and I grabbed a pumpkin spiced latte, settling down by the fire with my Lola blanket, and enjoying this Romance. I love it, so I bought the other 4 in the series and pre-ordered her latest out this month. I add her Spiced Coco Cafe to my November December list. 

Fall Favorites Reading List

Books in my Stack

I love reading seasonal books, and here are a few in my stack for September and October.  

Apple Blossom Dream– Apple Blossom Hope– Apple Blossom Love by Rosie Callahan. A feel-good romance series.

Everyone is Lying to You– Jo Piazza, a tradwife murder mystery bestselling author and creator of the Under Thr Influence podcast. 

Candy Apple Kissies– by Amy. Clipston: A bestseller and a lightly spiced romance

Pumpkin Pie Book Nook– by Harper Graham: A Cozy and addictive autumn romance

The Deep South Murder Club (A Smoky Mountain Cozy Mystery)

Brain Damage by Freida McFadden 

 

Fall Favorites Reading List

I go on walks daily and listen to A book on audio or a podcast every day. Which means yes, I often have several books going at the same time. I enjoy listening to a book just as much as I do reading it. Don’t get me wrong, I love music too, but I often have music playing at home while I am working, cleaning, or doing a home project. Here are audiobooks I have listened to recently and what’s in my upcoming stack.

Audiobooks I recently listened to 

Dear Caroline by Kristy Harvey Woodson – From the New York Best-Selling Author of the Peach Tree Bluff Series. This heartwarming story of Adoption, how it affects women, and the beautiful storyline was a book I didn’t want to end. (That’s the way I feel about all of Kristy’s books) I will often read her books in one to two days.

The Guest List by Lucy Foley- a Reese’s Book Club recommendation- evokes an Agatha Christie classic: twists, Great character development, and a little spooky/thriller. 

Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth –New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate and The Good Sister, comes a twist-filled, darkly funny mystery about the two kinds of people no one ever expects to be murderers: little girls and old ladies. I enjoyed the surprising twists and the carefully written details that helped you visualize where this was taking place. 

Audiobooks in my Stack

The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett. From the writer of The Help, this is yet another New York bestseller, and I can’t wait to listen to this heartwarming story about women. 

Theo Of Golden by Allen Levi. This is a New York bestseller, and they say it’s a “To Kill a Mockingbird of its time.” Katie Couric listed it on her book club pick. 

Coffee table Books and Cookbooks New to my Collection

I adore coffee table books- collecting them, browsing through them, and using them for decorating.

Here are a couple of brand-new launches I recently received.

French Country Cottage SEASONS– by Courtney Allison- if you don’t follow Courtney on Instagram (French Country Cottage), you need to if you love flowers and beautiful arrangements, along with table arrangements and greenhouses. This book is her 2nd book, and both are beautiful.

Baked In-Designing Bakeries for taste and space

Around the Table -By Shea McGee-Tables & Traditions for Gathering CookbookFall Favorites Reading List

 

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Best Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips Recipe

Best Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Something you may not know about me? I love to bake and entertain, as you know, and I’ve been cooking and baking since I was so young! I won the BEST apple pie in the 3rd grade and would have been one of those kids vying to be on today’s Baking Kids Championships, had we had those then! In my time, it was the county fair and school baking competition. Boy, times have changed! Not that I am a fancy baker (I am not); I just love to bake good basics!

Once upon a time, years ago, I put on scrapbooking retreats, and I cooked all the meals, 3 meals a day plus snacks. The ladies always raved about my food and wanted me to create a cookbook, and while I said I would, I collected mine and my family’s recipes, but I never put that book together!  Maybe one day I will, but until then I’ll be sharing my favorites here! My plan has always been that, if all goes well, I’ll share a weekly recipe. 

This week’s recipe: my Grandma’s Banana bread or muffins recipe, with a couple of improvements!  My Grandma Mercer made this Bread every Christmas, and sometimes we’d get lucky and get it for a family gathering throughout the year. I started making this bread when I got married and giving it to our neighbors, UPS, the mailman, and friends for Christmas. I’d make 24 loaves! I’d save every brown spotted banana and throw it in the freezer. At first my hubby would question all the bananas taking up all the freezer space, but now nobody says a thing! They get really excited if they see them defrosting in the sink!

My boys are terrible… They’ll each eat a loaf in a day if I’d let them! When I make a batch, I always make multiple batches. If making for my family, I’ll do 4 batches and make two trays of muffins and 4 medium loaves, then I’ll freeze 1/2. When I make at Christmas, I’ll make 8 to 12 batches and make some medium loaves and the rest mini loaves to give as gifts. 

My Grandma’s recipe called for 3 overripe bananas; I use 4, and I make sure the bananas are frozen and then thawed. This makes the moistest banana Bread you’ve ever had. I also added chocolate chips or nuts; my grandmother’s was just plain banana bread. You can leave out the Chocolate chips or the nuts if you wish; the main recipe won’t change.

Best Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips Recipe

Recipe: Best Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

4 overripe bananas

1 cup sugar

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted & cooled

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For a variation, add chocolate chips ( 2 cups), walnuts, or pecans (1 cup)!

Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease your muffin or loaf pans. Mash the bananas with a fork in a small bowl and then whip them; set aside. In a large bowl, add butter, eggs, and vanilla; beat well. Mix dry ingredients; fold in the bananas and chocolate chips, nuts, or both. Pour batter into loaf or muffin pans. Give the pan a good rap on the counter to get rid of air bubbles!  Place in oven, oven’s all range in heat temperatures so time could vary, so I say start checking in 45 min but could go as long as 1 hour. Test by sticking a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, it’s done! Makes 1 large loaf or  2 small loaves. 

I hope you enjoy one of my family’s favorite treats!

Best Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips Recipe

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Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape

Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape

Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Can you believe we’re already in the last week of October? Fall this year went by in warp speed. It’s no secret that it’s my favorite season, and it just goes by faster and faster every year. I really enjoy taking in all the moments, colors, tastes, scents, and activities of the season. With that said, I had fun creating this Fall tablescape at the beginning of the season. To me, this tablescape is full of everything beautiful about the fall season. 

The statement pieces of this fall tablescape are these gorgeous Handmade Velvet pumpkins, with real stems, created by Hot Skwash. They create beautiful Velvet fruits and vegetables to use all year long for your home decorating needs. 

I hope you find inspiration for your Fall or Thanksgiving Tablescape, from our dining room to yours. Ox, D’Arcy

 

 

Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape

Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape
Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape
Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape

Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall Tablescape

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Using Velvet Pumpkins in an Elegant Fall TablescapeHow cute are my mini Charcuterie boards? These would be cute for serving little desserts, too. I created floral arrangements with flowers in the same shades as the pumpkins:) I hope you love them as much as I enjoyed creating them.

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Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe

Hello, pretty ladies,

Happy Sunday. I hope you had a great week. Today’s “In the Kitchen with D’Arcy”

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe- The apple and coffee cake lovers will love this recipe, perfect for a morning or afternoon snack. This has been a longtime favorite in our home, and I know your family will love them too. 

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffins 

These apple cinnamon Crumb Cake muffins are an easy treat to make. Perfect when you have an abundance of fall apples! I love Honeycrisp apples. You can also use a variety of apples, from tart Granny Smith to sweet Honeycrisp or Gala, for a well-rounded flavor. The Apple Cinnamon Crumb gives these muffins a coffee cake vibe and is like a Strudel topping.

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe

Ingredients

Apple Muffins:

  • 1 ¾  cups all-purpose flour 
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 2 medium apples – peeled, cored, and chopped (I can my apples every year, making this step easy)

Topping:

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1/2 brown sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1⁄3 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe
Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe
Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe
Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe
Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake Muffin Recipe

Directions

Step 1

  1. Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line 6 large (3½-inch) muffin cups with paper muffin liners.. p-The baking temperate was increased to 425 degrees F for the first 5 minutes to help create a domed, bakery-style top.

Step 2

To make the muffins: Stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Mix in egg, oil, and milk until just combined. Fold in chopped apples.

Step 3

Spoon ½ cup of batter into each muffin liner ( I use a cookie scoop) 

Step 4

To make the streusel topping: Place sugar, flour, butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl; mash with a fork until the mixture begins to cling together. Sprinkle topping evenly over unbaked muffins (I do like to push a little into the muffin)

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool in pan briefly; remove muffins and cool on a wire rack.

 

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Easy Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

Easy Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

Easy Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

 

Hello, pretty ladies,

Today’s ” In the Kitchen with D’Arcy” is for those lemon lovers. My easy Meyer lemon pound cake recipe. This recipe is easy to put together for a tasty, moist lemon treat that looks as good as it tastes. I love garnishing with lemon slices and Lavendar sprigs. 

 Having a homemade treat for Saturday morning coffee or after Sunday dinner, this pound cake is always a hit. I hope you try it and your family enjoys it as much as mine does. For the lemon lovers, you’ll love this lemon pound cake recipe, and it’s pretty too.

 

Easy Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter at room temperature
  • 1 ¼ cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk at room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons juice
  • 3 teaspoons lemon zest
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup Greek Yogurt
  • Lemon slices and lavender for garnish

For the glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons milk

Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350. Line a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with Parchment paper. (I use a really large  loaf pan) Set prepared pans aside.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time. Beat in the lemon juice and zest.
    • Add the sour cream and yogurt and mix well.
    • On low speed, add the flour mixture a bit at a time until it is all well incorporated.
    • Bake the cake for 45-55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Let cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove the cake from the pan and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Make lemon glaze. In a small bowl, combine the ingredients to make a smooth glaze until the confectioners’ sugar dissolves. Drizzle over pound cake. Garnish with lemon slices and springs of lavender.
Easy Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Recipe
 
Easy Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

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My Picks In Stock: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

My Picks In Stock: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

The most anticipated Sale of the Year! Is NOW open for everyone. Hoping you enjoy seeing some of the pieces I own and a peek at my wish list. I am swooning over them. Perfect pieces to add to your Summer wardrobe, transition into Fall, and pieces you’ll live in all Winter! This Sale is the best price of the Year and makes for a great time to stock up.

I’ve been shopping this Sale for over 30 years and look forward to it every Year. It’s a great time to pick up items/brands that are hard to find on Sale! They have amazing beauty bundles you can’t get any other time of the Year!

I tend to purchase items for my wardrobe that I wear on repeat, and I build my classic wardrobe with good-quality pieces. 

This Year’s SALE is truly one of the BEST I’ve seen in years… My wish list is everything you see in my graphics.

My Picks In Stock: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

How I am Breaking Down the Sale:

What I will be sharing from the Nordstrom sale is broken down. Breaking the Sale down and categorizing it is essential. Hopefully, you will find this method easier and won’t feel overwhelmed. Please note that I review every sale item and consider what a great deal is and which closet staples are best to add without going overboard. I also choose items that are hard to find on Sale, so shopping for them now may be your only chance to get them at a discount. Follow my Shop. LTK HERE, as I’ve created a few Nordstrom Boards to simplify shopping.

My Picks=   6Things I buy Every year HERE| Beauty HERE| Jeans HERE| Shoes HERE|  Sweater| Tops HERE| Accessories HERE| Jackets HERE 

The Breakdown:

Of the six items I purchase every Year. My tried and true 

Items I shopped for last Year are on Sale again. Worth adding to the cart, 

What’s on my wish list? 

Great Wardrobe Builders: I think these items are a great deal and worth purchasing for your wardrobe.

Items that make great gifts.

Beauty Items I use and Love

Brands hard to find on Sale: Mother denim, New Balance 327, Gucci, Ray-Ban, Charlotte Tilbury, Free People 

My Picks In Stock: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

 

6 Things I Buy Every Year

6 items I buy every Year at the Nordstrom Sale

A Free People cardigan or Sweater… It’s a great time to get Free People on Sale; they always have a good selection, and I always find one that is classic and can build my wardrobe with it every Year! (This is this Year’s Sweater pick.) 

A new coat again; it’s the best time to pick up designer pieces that are hard to find on Sale.  This is this Year’s pick: Ralph Lauren plaid Trench coat. 

Donna Karen’s cashmere deodorant. I have used this for 30 years and love it! 1 box lasts for the whole Year! Smells great and works

A Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasma set. I love Charlotte T, and this is one of the only times of the Year to grab on Sale!

The BEST moisturizing lotion by Kiehl’s; it’s so rich and creamy, really moisturizes your skin, and again, only time of the Year to grab this big size at this price. 

I grabbed “this year’s” Steve Madden mule. It’s a go-to everyday shoe I can wear with everything! All Year long! I want this one too! Loving this Year’s gold buckle detail, and comes in two colors!  

If I could only pick 12 things… well, 6 of them I buy every Year… shown above. Plus, what’s actually in my cart…I will add later this week…

Denim

Affordable denim that feels like premium denim

Itty bitty Denim by Wit and Wisdom is one of my all-time favorite denims. I have several pairs and washes; it’s flattering, comfortable, and so affordable and BEST priced for the Sale at $60. Another affordable high-quality denim that has been a favorite for years and one of my best sellers when I owned boutiques is KUT from the KLOTH. They make A BODY STYLE THAT FITS AND LOOKS GOOD ON EVERY FIGURE. (You need to find the body style that suits your figure, and once you do, you can buy that style for every season, and it will always fit properly.) The Jodi High-Waisted Straight Leg in the color Whisky is a must for Fall.

Brittany High Waist Baby Bootcut Jeans–Wit & Wisdom- Now $58.99

Skyrise Cuffed Wide Leg Jeans– Wit & Wisdom- Now $58.99 

Bennett Skyrise Raw Hem High Waist Stretch Bootcut Jeans–Wit & Wisdom $58.99

Easy Dad Jeans Levi’s Sale: $72.99 After Sale: $110.00 Similar to these -Low Loose Jeans Levi’s Sale: $72.99 That sold out (they will restock)

Meg High Waist Cuffed Wide Leg Jeans KUT from the Kloth Now $75.99 

Jodi High Waist Straight Leg Jeans-Color Whisky-KUT from the Kloth Sale: $69.99

Primum Denim

Great-fitting jeans that feel so good you’ll want to wear every day. When you find Primum denim that flattens your figure and feels like butter, trust me, it’s worth the splurge. If you’ve never tried on Primum denim and felt the difference, You must, and NOW is the time to grab a pair, as this is the lowest price you’ll find them this year. It’s the time I love to grab a pair or two. As with any jeans, it is about finding the brand and style that fit and flatter your figure. Here are my favorite picks and brands. Veronica Beard, Mother, and Madewell are my picks.

Mother Denim The Kick it High Waist Straight leg 

Mother Denim The Hustler Roller Sneak High-Waisted Wide-Leg

The Brookie Sneak Mid-Waist bootcut jeans Mother Denim

Cameron High Waist Bootcut Jeans –Veronica Beard-

The Ultimate Wide-Leg Jeans in Airy Denim– Madewell in Faded Ivy

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Tops Worth Adding To Your Wardrobe

Ruffle Neck Stripe Shirt NIC+ZOE Petite, Regular Sale: $104.99 After Sale: $158.00

Open Floral Cutwork Linen Blend Top Treasure & Bond Sale price $85.99 After Sale: $129.00

Mary Floral Embroidered Mock Neck Top WAYF Sale price $73.50 After sale price $98.00

Ruffle Trim Linen Button-Up Shirt English Factory Sale: $66.50 – $71.25Sale  After sale price $95.00 (5 colors)

Kourta Oversized Off-the-Shoulder Top|Princess Polly Sale price $33.75 After sale price $45.00

Lace Trim Keyhole Shell |Avec Les Filles Sale price $73.50 After sale price $98.00

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3 Dresses that Surprised me: They’re so good

Print Tie Waist Midi Shirtdress Julia Jordan Sale price $89.99 After Sale: $149.00

V-Neck Faux Leather Fit & Flare Midi Dress Maggy London- Sale price $109.99 After sale price $178.00 

Michelle Long Sleeve Denim Mini Shirtdress Faherty- Sale price $119.99 After sale price $188.00

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Sweaters and Cardigans: Several in my Cart 

Sweaters, I predict, will sell out fast and are great wardrobe builders; I love adding a few new sweaters to my wardrobe every Fall, and these are the ones in my cart. I love the Nordstrom sale and look forward to finding a few brands I adore that you hardly ever find on Sale. Free People is always one I find a few must-haves every Year.

Torres Turtleneck Sweater Free People Sale: $98.99 After Sale: $148.00 comes in 5 colors I love the sugar swizzel

Frankie Cable Cotton Sweater–Free People Sale Price: After Sale: $98.00 in 3 colors. I moved the Misty pink.

Cable Knit V-Neck Cotton Blend Sweater BP. Sale price $38.99 After sale price $59.50

Rosebud Oversized Cardigan Free People Sale price $198.99 After sale price $298.00

Cable Stitch V-Neck Sweater Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $109.99 After sale price $165.00 I sized up to layer

Alder Intarsia Cotton & Cashmere Sweater Barbour Sale: $109.99 After Sale: $165.00 such a cute doggie sweater

Polo Bear Graphic Hoodie Polo Ralph Lauren $126.29 Current Price $126.29 (36% off) Previous Price $198.00 Color: Southport Blue Heritage Bear 

Riley Oversized Stripe Cotton Sweater EDIKTED Sale price $49.19 After sale price $65.60

Jacquard Short Sleeve Sweater–Nordstrom- Sale price $98.99 After sale price $149.00

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Splurge Items on Sale

Mandie Denim Peplum Shirt Jacket – Cinq à Sept. This is A TOP I WOULD WEAR ON REPEAT! I bought the denim dress last Year, wore it to death, and got compliments every time.

Chase Puff Sleeve Stretch Wool Sweater with bow–Alice + Olivia. This is a showstopper sweater top

The Ryann V-Neck Cashmere Sweater Favorite Daughter 

Garden Delight Long Sleeve Wrap Dress FARM Rio

Odyssey Aquamarine Open Ring Monica Vinader Sale: $166.99After Sale: $250.00

54mm Gradient Square Sunglasses Prada Sale price $249.99 After sale price $400.00

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Veronica Beard Items on my wish List

Rupert Dickey Jacket & French Terry Hoodie Veronica Beard

Taylor High Waist Wide Leg Jeans Veronica Beard

Selene Charms Pointed Toe Flat Veronica Beard

Goody Bag Suede & Leather Bucket Bag Veronica Beard

Beverly Skinny Flare Corduroy Pants Veronica Beard

Crest Lock Croc Embossed Leather Top Handle Bag Veronica Beard

Harris Crop Mixed Media Double Breasted Jacket Veronica Beard

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Bags and Totes

Large Go Sports Embroidered Canvas Tote–Favorite Daughter Sale: $44.99 After Sale: $68.00

Kairo Zebra Genuine Calf Hair Shoulder Bag Dolce Vita

Huntley Hobo Bag The Sak Sale: $106.99 After Sale: $159.00

Quinn Woven Faux Leather Clutch Olga Berg Sale: $76.99 After Sale: $115.00

The Mylie Suede Shoulder Bag Madewell Sale: $124.99 After Sale: $188.00

Shop the Bags

Shoes you’ll Want to Grab

Gender Inclusive Samba OG Sneaker– adidas Unisex

327 Sneaker New Balance Sale: $79.99 After Sale: $104.99 ( I love these so much I own 5 pairs) White HERE

Japan Low Top Sneaker adidas Women Sale: $99.99 After Sale price $130.00

The Double Bit Driver Rothy’s Women Sale: $129.99 After Sale: $199.00

Rixy Metal Crescent Mule Steve Madden Women Sale: $89.99 After Sale: $135.00 Taupe Suede| Brown Suede|

Lela Perforated Mary Jane Flat Steve Madden Women Sale: $84.99 After Sale: $129.00 Comes in 5 colors. The Navy is so good.

Cozetta Curly Genuine Shearling Slide Slipper UGG Women Sale: $64.99 After Sale: $104.95

Carmen Mule Pump Open Edit Sale: $49.99 After Sale: $89.95 comes in 4 colors I love the Zebra Print

Dover Platform Slide Sandal Kelsi Dagger Brooklyn Women Sale: $99.99 After Sale: $150.00 comes in two colors Honey| Warm Brown| Love platform slides

Jalene Slingback Pointed Toe Pump Pelle Moda Sale: $99.99 After Sale: $160.00 comes in 3 colors, so pretty.y Love the details

Marten Mary Jane Ballet Flat Dolce Vita Women Sale: $99.99 After Sale: $150.00 comes in 7 colors. I love the Blackberry leather color.

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Boots

Salma Bootie Dolce Vita Women Sale: $129.99 After Sale: $195.00 (the bootie I bought a couple years ago in two colors) Highly recomend Brown| Espresso Suede| Olive Suede

Rusty Tall Boot Dolce Vita Women Sale: $179.99 After Sale: $275.00 3 colors; here’s two I love: Chocolate Suede| Brown suede|

One Ave-Alpine Faux Fur Trim Waterproof Boot SOREL Women Sale: $119.99 After Sale: $160.00

Refined Quilted Rain Boot Hunter Women Sale: $119.99 After Sale: $200.00

Out West Cowboy Boot Dingo Women Sale: $114.99 After Sale: $169.95 red suede boots

Out West Cowboy Boot Dingo Women Sale: $114.99 After Sale: $164.95 – $169.95 Camel comes in 5 colors

Klancy Knee High Western Boot Dolce Vita Women Sale: $189.99 After Sale: $290.00 4 colors

 Jackets  & Blazers Every Wardrobe Should Own

Free People- Night Ranch Faux Suede Trucker Jacket Free People Sale: $129.99 After Sale: $198.00 

Butterpile Crest Quilted Jacket Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $124.99 After Sale: $190.00 5 colors

Wool Blend Trench Coat Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $199.99 After Sale:$360.00 4 colors

Crest Double Breasted Cotton Piqué Blazer Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $197.99 After Sale: $295.00

Ralph Lauren Belted Wool Blend Wrap Coat Sale price $239.99 After sale price $370.00 to $380.00

Stretch Cotton Twill Chore Barn Coat with Corduroy Coat Thread & Supply Sale: $59.25 After sale price $79.00

Mattie Crop Trucker Jacket– Petal & Pup-Sale price $59.25 After sale price $79.00

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My Picks In Stock: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Beauty Products You’ll Love

Most of these are exclusive to the Nordstrom Sale.

Coconut Hydrating Body Wash $36 Value Kopari Sale: $19.00 After Sale: $36.00 A clean Beauty Product

Cashmere Mist Deodorant Trio Set $96 Value Donna Karan New York Sale: $72.00 3 pack is only avaliable for the sale

Creme de Corps Refillable Body Lotion with Cocoa Butter–Kiehl’s Since 1851 Sale: $55.00 – $65.00 After Sale: $85.00 – $100.00 Beauty Exclusive Gift with Purchase

Cologne Discovery 4-Piece Gift Set $112 Value Jo Malone London

Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo Duo $66 Value Living Proof

Santal & Vetiver Deodorant Duo $40 Value SALT & STONE Sale: $28.00

Libre Eau de Parfum Gift Set $228 Value Yves Saint Laurent Sale: $153.00

Dynamite Lashes & Brows Set $156 Value Grande Cosmetics  Sale price $72.00

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Beauty tools I own and Love

AireBrush One-Step Smoothing & Volumizing Brush T3 Sale: $99.99 After Sale: $149.99

Featherweight Style Max Hair Dryer T3 Sale: $140.03

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Home finds 

The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate 40-Ounce Tumbler Stanley Sale: $29.99 After Sale: $45.00

Nest Towel Warmer 23L Capacity with Aromatherapy MIKO

x Glasshouse 4-Pack Home Diffuser Fragrance Refill $84 Value PURA Sale: $54.99 After Sale: $84.00

x Capri Blue Best Sellers Pura 5 Diffuser & Fragrance Kit PURA Sale: $86.99 After Sale: $130.00

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Accessory Finds under $100

Faye Mini Puffy Knocker Earrings– JENNY BIRD

Assorted 3-Pack Preppy Crew Socks Polo Ralph Lauren Sale: $23.99 After Sale: $36.00 Set 1| set 2| 

The Suede Statement Belt Favorite Daughter Sale: $69.99 After Sale: $118.00

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Accessories are hardly ever on Sale to build the look

 Square Sunglasses Versace Sale: $269.99 After Sale: $415.00

Emmy Saddle Bag 23 Leather COACH

Limited Edition Tote Tory Burch

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Baby Items I love for our Grandson

Cable Knit Cotton Cardigan & Pants Set Ralph Lauren Baby Sale: $58.99 After Sale: $89.50

Liki S3 Convertible Stroller Trike Doona Sale price $209.99 After sale price $280.00

Luxe Baby Blanket Little Giraffe Sale price $65.99 After Sale: $99.95

2.5 TOG One-Piece Sleep Suit ergoPouch Sale price $51.99 After Sale: $69.95

Stripe Terry Camp Shirt & Shorts Set Petit Lem Baby Sale price $31.99 After sale price $48.00

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Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

 Hello Pretty Lady, 

Welcome to Sunday “In the kitchen with D’Arcy.” Tonight we’re cooking Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta the taste of summer in a dish. Lemon Pasta isn’t something a lot of people think of when they think of an Italian dish, but man, is this a delicious combination.

 With my homemade Lemon pepper pesto grilled chicken, served with arugula & fresh greens and Italian balsamic vinaigrette salad, homemade garlic bread, Sangeri. I know you will love these recipes from my kitchen to yours. 

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Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 
Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 
Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

 

Lemon Basil Pesto Recipe

1 jar Trader Joe’s lemon pesto sauce, and if not making your own homemade Basil pesto! jar of Pesto.( I make fresh Pesto Recipe Here)

1/2 cup olive oil 

2 handfuls of fresh basil, diced (Reserve for topping)

2 fresh garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup Pine nuts, some minced, a few whole

1 tablespoon garlic chili pepper spice mix  (I like Trader Joe’s )

1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper & Salt (or to taste)

1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Fresh lemon zest from 1 lemon

1 cup Asiago cheese

1/2 cup Parmesan Romano

1/2 cup Asiago cheese

1 Burrata cheese (I use the Trader Joe’s Burrata). Save until after you add pasta to sauce, stir, and then break up and add to pasta in pan

(Reserve Items below for Platting/ topping)

Fleur de salt to taste

A few lemon slices to garnish with lemon slices 

2 handfuls of fresh basil, diced (Reserve for topping)

Sauce:

Warm oil, pesto, lemon, and Basil pesto; then add garlic & minced pine nuts and brown. Slowly add the seasonings, etc., then stir in the cheeses until blended. Zest from the lemon (reserving the Burrata cheese until later). When the pasta is cooked and drained, add it to the sauce and stir, then break up the burrata and add it on top of the mixed pasta; garnish with Fleur de salt, lemon slices, whole pine nuts, and basil.

Pasta

1/2 box organic lemon Torchietti pasta- boil water, add to boiling water, follow directions on box. Drain; add to sauce. 

Chicken

2 chicken breasts, pounded thin, marinated in olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, and pesto. Then grill; we grill on BBQ

This makes enough for 4 

Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 
Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 
Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

Arugula Salad Recipe: 

Arugula & Greens of your choice

Red onion, diced fine

Green onion

Tomato dice fine

Cucumber dice fine

Feta cheese

Add all salad ingredients to a large wooden bowl  and toss

Balsamic vinaigrette –

Salad Dressing  Recipe:

1 clove garlic, minced

¼ cup shallot, minced

2 teaspoons 

1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning

⅓ cup Balsamic vinegar

½ cup olive oil, salt and pepper to taste

Add All Vinaigrette ingredients and whisk together.  Then toss over Salad

Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

-Served with my homemade sangria Wine Recipe HERE, Garlic Bread Recipe HERE

-Lavender Lemon Pound cake for dessert

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Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta 

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12 Father’s Day Gifts My Husband Loved

12 Father’s Day Gifts My Husband Loved

12 Father's Day Gifts My Husband Loved

 

Hello, Pretty Lady,

I hope your summer is going well. I can’t believe we’re already in the second week of the month. With Father’s Day only two weeks away, I thought I would share a few gift Ideas I have given my hubby in the past that he loved. “12 Father’s Day Gifts My Husband Loved ” A little something for every dad type.

My hubby likes to look nice, take care of his skin, and smell good. He’s a contractor by trade who loves to grill, and he’s a good cook. Ben loves Formula One and skiing fast, fast cars. He collects Porsches and watches, to name a few. This actually makes buying gifts for him easy. Men with hobbies and things they like to do or collect make shopping easier, wouldn’t you agree? 

The gift guide I created for you below will all arrive in time for Father’s Day and has everything in stock. The clothing is on Major Sale right now. The Perfume comes with a gift, and some have free shipping. You’ll see quality gift Ideas as low as $17  high Quility Linen shorts for $36 beautiful book for $46

Summer outfit for Dad

Shop the graphics above and below by simply clicking the brown text (item name). These are gifts the man in your life will love.

Pintuck linen button-up shirt | This light, breathable fabric is a must for those warm days and styles effortlessly for all occasions.

Lived in shorts come in 7- or 9-inch lengths and several color options; a customer favorite, they are made of soft cotton stretch.

ADIDAS | Samba OG Sneaker| Color-Cloud White Earth Strata

For the Travel Lover

6-piece-Packing Cube Set| Traveling just got a whole lot easier with our set of six packing cubes. Designed to help you maximize space, these soft packing cubes will keep your clothes neatly organized and compressed so you can fit more into every trip. This set includes four packing cubes in all the essential sizes, one shoe bag, and one laundry bag to keep dirty clothes separate. Plus, imagine how satisfying it is to open your suitcase and know exactly where everything is! Even unpacking is easy. Transfer the cubes from your luggage to the dresser at your destination, unzip, and you’re ready to go.

Graham Leather Weekender| Impeccably crafted for work, travel, and weekend getaways, the Graham Overnighter is a timeless essential from our Graham Leather Collection. Choose from supple leather or rich suede in 6 colors. Each is finished with a soft cotton lining and is thoughtfully designed to hold everything you need for a few days away. Sturdy top handles and an adjustable shoulder strap make it easy to carry wherever you’re headed. Add a monogram for a personalized finishing touch. 

Waxed Canvas Travel Pouch| Made to last, this versatile travel pouch is crafted from a durable canvas that has been specially cured with a wax coating to age beautifully over time. Like high-quality leather, the waxed canvas looks and feels better the more you use it. Scratches and scuffs only add to its personality. Perfectly sized for toiletries and other daily essentials, this pouch features a water-resistant nylon lining and can be customized with an embroidered monogram for a personal touch.

For the Look good smell good Dad

Longines|Heritage Flagship Automatic Leather Strap Watch| 38.5mm 

Get up & Groom Shaving Men’s Gift Set | Khiel’s products for men, my hubby loves.

Saulvage Eau de Parfum by Dior– Father’s Day Gift Set – Limited Edition: Enjoy a Sauvage case and comb with any $225+ order & code FATHERSDIOR26. This is a favorite for our boys, too. 

The Dad Who Cooks| DIY|Sport

Cuisinart Grilling Prep & Serve Trays| 17×10.5 inch BBQ Tray Safe for Food Handling, 2 Dishwasher Safe Nesting Trays Black & Red, Perfect Grilling Accessories for Cooked & Raw Meat, Fits 6 Burgers

Modular Power Tool Organizer| Wall Mount with Charging Station. Garage Drill Storage Shelf with Hooks, Heavy-Duty Rack, Tool Battery Holder, and Built-in 8-Outlet.

The Messi x Stanley Quencher|ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler | 40 OZ

Formula One: A coffee table book for Formula One lovers. The Champions: 75 years of legendary F1 drivers

 

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Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato sandwich

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

 

Hello, pretty lady,

Happy Sunday, I hope you had a great week. Today, I am sharing a quick and easy family favorite recipe for the BEST turkey sandwich.

The Turkey sandwiches I make, all summer long, my family loves, are not your ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato sandwich. First off, the Key to these delicious sandwiches is warm, crusty Bread straight from the oven, yet soft on the inside.

This sandwich is fresh, healthy, delicious, and easy to make—a perfect summer meal to serve alfresco or take on a picnic. 

Bread Tip:

My tip is a French baguette run under water (a tip my Mother-in-law taught me 33 years ago), placed in the oven for 5-7 minutes- seriously, makes it like you made it fresh… This process works for any crusted Bread loaf, like sourdough or French Bread. 

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

Turkey Sandwich Recipe

– French bread baguette loaf 

-Board’s head spicy pepper Turkey freshly sliced from the deli

– Farm Fresh Tomatoes salt & peppered 

-Micro greens (or sprouts) 

– Peppered jack cheese (or your favorite). We like the Board’s head, or Tillamook pepper jack cheese. 

-My Smashed Avocado spread (shared below)

Makes 4 nice-sized sandwiches. No condiments needed

My Smashed Avocado Spread Recipe:

2 ripe avocados smashed

1 tablespoon Everything seasoning (more if you like salt)

One small shallot, diced thin and small

1 teaspoon of finely chopped/minced fresh garlic

Mix all ingredients above, then spread thickly onto the sandwich.

This is also great on Avocado toast with an egg, tomato, and microgreens on toasted sourdough Bread.

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich
Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich
Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

Serve with your favorite sides. 

I served with my :

-Basil corn salad 

– a small charcuterie board

– My easy blue cheese-stuffed grape on a walnut appetizer

 Along with your choice of sun tea, cucumber mint water, or sparkling water 

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

 

 

Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich
Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich
Not your Ordinary Turkey, Avocado, and Tomato Sandwich

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D’Arcy

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Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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Pizza bar- milkshakes- nacho bar or build your own treat box..

Fun activities ideas- like decorating cookies, design a trick or treat bag, bean bag toss, face painting and of course balloons..

Thanks for the Fun family event 🍂🍁🎃
Sometimes you just need… ✨A little bedroom refresh Sometimes you just need…
✨A little bedroom refresh✨

I got that with the help of @lovevsdesign custom wallpaper.

With hundreds of customizable wallpapers to choose from, you’re sure to find something you love. 
Easy to design and choose your colors and how you want to apply them. 

Choose from Pre pasted- self sticking- and paste able

Easy as 1-2-3
-Pick your design
- Choose your colors 
-Order your samples

I choose - “charming vines” wall paper in Army & Luster

My discount code: LVE15F, which provides 15% off.

 comment “Paper” all send you details 

Are you a wallpaper lover?
Comment below ⬇️ 
I’d love to know 

Stay tuned for MORE Bedroom remodel details and photos.
I know you’ll love them😉

Love vs Design| wallpaper| Utah living| over50 style| bedroom refresh|
Come with me… As I take you in for a try-on✔️ 5 s Come with me…
As I take you in for a try-on✔️

5 statement jackets 
You’re going to love and are ON SALE this weekend only 
For Fashion Weekend!

All jackets fit tts 
As well as the cute jeans 🖤

-Plaid embellished blazer with cute patches 
-ruffle trim military style jacket 
- fluffy/shaggy faux fur coat
- Plaid detail cropped rain coat 
-Butter soft cropped fur coat in 4 colors 

Something for everyone and great gift idea!

The  whipstitch thick stitching jeans 🖤🖤🖤

Comment “SALE” below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK 
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When you style a whole outfit around the “BAG”❤️❤️ When you style a whole outfit around the “BAG”❤️❤️❤️

Perfect for a school spirit or game day with out logos..

Daneault reversible two bags in one.
This leather navy bag can also be a camel colored bag with a little easy reversible fold 
Cleaver and comes in severs several l colors and a few size options.  Perfect for all of your necessities ✔️

Mixing patterns and checked with plaid a  and bold red jean. For a little interest with classic pieces.

You’ll love this mix of save and splurge. 

All pieces are tts

Comment “bag”  below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK 
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A day in Katydid …. As a over 50 wife, mom and co A day in Katydid ….

As a over 50 wife, mom and content creator🎀

The cutest & soft bow Pj’s, by @katydidusa 
Has pockets and so comfy.

I am in love with this cute Katydid designed tumbler(yes, it keeps your drink Cold) or hot makes a great gift
🎁 

Polka dot lounge pants with elastic pants great for travel, running errands 

This gingham quilted jacket is so cute .
Perfect layer for fall. Pair with jeans, trousers or over a dress✔️

The cutest Witch Please baseball cap perfect for Witching season
🖤

Comment “SHOP “ below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK 
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Happy Fall🍂 I am 54…”well for another week and a Happy Fall🍂

I am 54…”well for another week and a half 🤣”

11 Fall outfits I’ve actually worn in the last several days!

Comment “fall” for details and links ⬇️

https://liketk.it/6pLSW

Which one is your favorite?
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11
Happy Sunday from our home to yours🍂❤️🙏 🍂🍁Fall Fr Happy Sunday from our home to yours🍂❤️🙏

🍂🍁Fall Front Porch and a little gingham outfit set!

Fall wreath I made❤️🍁🍂
A collection of Pumpkins, mums, cabbage, kale, corn stock and boxwoods.

Comment “Shop” for Outfit details and some of my planter pots, ribbon and decor
⬇️
—It’s no secret I love bread and butter with a pin —It’s no secret I love bread and butter with a pinch of French flaky salt-

Let me tell you, @bonruebakery
Does it right✔️

They Started with a baguette….🥖 and grew to a full French Bakery … serving beloved French pastry’s, breads and delicious sandwiches and salads.

Using the best French ingredients- Down to the delish French milk chocolate for their chocolate croissants 🥐 

Ben and I had the pleasure of attending a fun “French flea market” pre-opening event. To preview and sample the menu.

We made it a Date-night, with incorporating a beautiful scenic Fall🍂Drive to attend this fun event. Perfect evening🖤

Gorgeous drive, yummy food, great music and amazing local vendors- from local honey and jams, delicious olive oil & vinegars, beautiful flowers, and handmade cards. 

Thank you @bonruebakery for hosting us, for a little touch of Paris in the heart of Provo,Ut.

Stay tuned for @bonruebakery opening in more locations in Utah .

Meanwhile TODAY October, 10th is the grand opening of their Provo location 

Located across the street from BYU…
Trust me if your in Utah county or close by, you’ll want to check it out✔️
✨An exciting new co branded launch collaboration w ✨An exciting new co branded launch collaboration with NYDJ & CBS’s Fire and Sheriff Country. 

Inspired by the women of the shows and the women who watch them. 

🎥The new season airs tonight on CBS 8/7c for Premiere week

This collection is available Now until 11/15 online
Comment “shop” and I’ll send you my links ⬇️

https://liketk.it/6pwlO

👖I am featuring 5 of the pieces
2’Cashmere sweaters, a tweed and denim jacket, a faux leather straight leg pant and a black denim with bold white stitching wide leg jeans.

This collection will be making a camo appearance throughout the season on the shows.

🎥Tune in in tonight and see if you spy any of these pieces pieces I am showcasing today. 
 

🔥🚔 Do you watch Fire or sheriff country?

My whole family loves both shows 🎥

Happy Friday Pretty ladies 🌸

#jeansthatsaverheday #cbsnydjcountry
I love helping you❤️ I’ve had several requests fo I love helping you❤️

I’ve had several requests for jeans under $50

I find the hidden gems so you don’t have to… and I think I  nailed this one✔️

4 styles of jeans under $35

✔️ Great quality 
✔️Amazing Fit
✔️Trending styles 
✔️Flattering

This jeans are great paired with your wardrobe classics to give a fresh look or perfect for those wanting to try a new style without without breaking the bank ✔️

Each style comes in several washes. 

Which style is your favorite?

Comment “jeans” I’ll send you the links🛍️
⬇️

https://liketk.it/6pnRu

Midlife | style over 50| Denim Jeans | build wardrobe | wardrobe refresh
Target Circle Deals 🎯 It’s an add to cart kinda o Target Circle Deals 🎯

It’s an add to cart kinda of night with the final hours of Deals and sales happening…

Up to 40% off ends tonight at midnight…

Here’s a few of my picks that are great piece to add to your Fall wardrobe, and if your looking for a few accessories to spruce up what you already own… I have some great picks✔️

Which also make for great gift ideas. 🛍️🎁

Are you shopping for the Holidays already?

Comment “Target” and I’ll send you the links…⬇️

https://liketk.it/6pnej

Target lovers / circle days/ midlife style gift ideas
Amazon DEAL DAYS Add to cart list… The things I Amazon DEAL DAYS

Add to cart list…

The things I Own, use, give as gifts and reorder…

Home- Fashion- Beauty -Lifestyle and gift giving

Comment “Deals” and I’ll send links over to you!⬇️

https://liketk.it/6plyk

🛍️I do have a complete Amazon Deal days Wrap up on my blog- including home and kitchen gadgets, things my guys use and home necessities along with more fashion beauty, baby and home …

Comment “Blog “for full wrap up..

Deal days ends at midnight tonight!

Tell me are you shopping the deals?

Amazon deal days/ midlife| Fashion over 50| utah living
Yes… to Gimme that… Add to cart is all I need to Yes… to Gimme that…

Add to cart is all I need to say….
These boots are on sale for $43.99 and you’ll love them.

Comes in 6 colors, so chic and comfortable…. You’ll love how many ways you can style them!

Comment “ Boots” for links
⬇️

https://liketk.it/6pgOX

Western wear| boots| cowboy boots| style over 50
Mail Monday 📫💌and a little chat Sharing a fun Unb Mail Monday 📫💌and a little chat

Sharing a fun Unboxing today… of several  different lines and packages… I think you’ll love ❤️

It’s been awhile since I’ve done one… and thought you pretty ladies used to love mail Mondays, maybe I should start doing them again:)

What do you think? 
❤️ if you like them and tell me below 👇🏻 something you want to check out…

➡️ slide ➡️ to view all 9 slides full of different treasures ➡️

What till you see slide 9… do you think it’s too early?😳

Slide 6 is so very exciting🎉🎉

Happy Monday pretty ladies, have a great week 🌸

Mail Monday | fall fashion| new launches| style over 50
Do you have a small grandchild or baby? This is Do you have a small grandchild or baby?

This  is a fun and easy project
To capture their small foot print forever 🖤

Turning those tootsies into a spooky little treasure to cherish for Falls to come.

Make on for yourself and one for the parents😉

You’ll need:

-A fun nature print or vintage barn canvas… Something that looks like fall without being Halloween.

-I found a barn canvas at vintage market days and I found a fun print I could frame for my DIL.. Search vintage shops, goodwill and even the big box shops have affordable framed canvas, that could work

- Washable white paint , I used

-Med size foam brush 
-Paper plate

I put little man in the high chair with a snack and painted one foot at a time, lifted him out and pressed foot on canvas. 

Remeber to have artwork upside down, so the toes will be the bottom of the ghost on the Art. 

I then placed him in the chair again, did the other foot and repeated with the other foot. 
Pressing this foot a little higher than the other..

Making it look like two little ghost flying:)👻👻👻

-When dry 

- With a black sharpie pen put two dots on the heels of the foot print🖤

Enjoy….

Do you like little seasonal projects? Or projects you can do with your grandbaby?

🖤SAVE to reference later

Little feet| persevering foot prints | grandma | Grandma duty | spooky art|
I Find the hidden gems … So you don’t have too… H I Find the hidden gems …
So you don’t have too…

Have you seen this?
Hobby Lobby’s latest. Collaboration with the ladies of Duck dynasty…

Inspired by vintage and heirloom pieces … To add a touch of warmth to your space. 

Follow me for more fun finds✔️

We’re headed out for this weeks Fall Drive🍂🍁

Check out stories for a peek🍁🍂
I am 54! This is how I am giving myself a little I am 54! This  is how I am giving myself a little Selfcare Saturday 

A little ordinary Selfcare 
But make it special..

Maybe you start with a walk- or do coffee and your devotional or both..🍁☕️

✔️Today I am testing out a New to me “clean beauty” daily simple skin system by Neora 

Make your selfcare a little special⬇️

-Turn on a Fall 🍂playlist (I have one shared in today’s stories 

-Light a fall candle 

-Make a healthy drink (mines my Daily green drink with added weight management, collagen and several other clean beauty healthy supplements) comment Drink and I’ll send you my codes and links

-Shower With eucalyptus, do a salt scrub and dry brush…

-Wash Hair and do a hair mask

-While hair is in drying towel - wash face & apply Eye patches by neora Age IQ clean beauty

- Derma plan face
- Do a self tanner- I love this one as it’s clean beauty … and I always feel better with tan skin😉
- Dry Hair with Roller dryer brush- I adore this one
- Do manicure with my at home clean beauty manicure set 
- Apply Clean Beauty Tinted lip balm- this one is so moisturizing and love the rosy nude tint
- Remove eye patches and apply eye serum and day moisturizer 
- By Neora Age IQ

Get ready for the rest of your day…. Taking a little time for yourself, is important for your mind, body and your midlife skin and body will love you❤️❤️❤️

Have a beautiful Weekend, Pretty ladies!

Comment “Shop” for the beauty items I can link for you… 
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Attention Easy Outfit Lovers… “Sets” make dressin Attention Easy Outfit Lovers…

“Sets” make dressing and getting ready Fast, so easy✔️

Here’s 8 Affordable sets, you’ll love and wear on repeat✔️

Perfect for travel, packing, running errands, grabbing a coffee, and Just LIFE….

I love them for trending to grandbabies too❤️🌸

Tell me below which is your favorite?
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8

Comment “Set” and I’ll send you  links in your dm⬇️

Style over 50| set dressing| grandma outfits| travel outfits| easy and affordable dressing
🍂🍁 Julie Voz🍂🍁 Meet a few New pieces from the Fal 🍂🍁 Julie Voz🍂🍁

Meet a few New pieces from the Fall collection🍂

-The Ravello beaded necklace & Hoop earrings 
-The Cobblestone & Dolce Bracelets 

These are pieces you’ll enjoy wearing on repeat for years to come.
These make a statement on their own or mix with  other jewelry for a fun layering effect.

Comment “fill” for links⬇️
https://liketk.it/6oSya

🍂What’s your favorite piece?

I love the beaded necklace that can be worn multiple ways. Long, stacked and even knotted.

Happy Friday pretty ladies!🌸🍂
Me in the “Ber” months… Welcome to October🍁🍂 A p Me in the “Ber” months…

Welcome to October🍁🍂

A peek into how I like to do Fall🍂🍁20 photos …
Fashion - Home- Our Life- My Style- Recipes I’ve shared and entertaining- and Life🍂🍁
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