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Insta Pot Curry Recipe!

November 14, 2022

This is one of my fall go to recipes that I am obsessed with! We’ve been making this insta pot curry recipe since last fall but really have the recipe perfectly nailed down. This is the easiest dinner recipe that tastes like you’ve been working all day on it!

I really fell in love with my insta pot during the pandemic because it cooks food so easily and quickly! This recipe wouldn’t be as easy if it weren’t for my insta pot so definitely think about investing in one if you don’t already have it!

insta pot curry recipe

Ingredients:

4-5 boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 yellow onion diced (keep pieces large)

olive oil

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon minced ginger

7-8 chopped baby carrots

1 tablespoon ketchup

3-4 potatoes peeled and cubed

2-3 cups chicken broth

block of Japanese curry roux

1 tablespoon soy sauce

White rice to serve it with!

Directions:

  1. In your insta pot turn on sauté feature and add olive oil, onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant.
  2. Add in the chicken thighs and cook both sides until white. (I do this to make sure it get’s cooked all the way through)
  3. Add in potatoes, carrots, and pour chicken broth over everything until covered.
  4. Place curry roux on top but don’t mix it in just leave it there. Close the lid and then turn on stew setting for 15 minutes.
  5. After cooked, let steam for additional 15 minutes.
  6. Lift the lid and mix thoroulghy adding in ketchup & soy sauce.
  7. Enjoy!!

As you can see, this was the insta pot curry recipe easiest recipe to make! I love to serve this with white rice and will have leftovers for days! This is also a really easy meal prep meal for lunches for the week too!

I get the mild curry so this is definitely a family favorite and really has all the veggies and nutrients you need for a dinner! If you liked this recipe, check out more here on my blog or on my Pinterest for video content!

My Viral Chrome Nail Tutorial!

October 31, 2022

It has been a hot minute since I’ve done a nail tutorial! I am obsessed with this viral chrome nail tutorial that is a take on the Hailey Bieber nails! Mine are done differently because I prefer the powder gel to the uv so I’m going to share my version!

If you are looking to set up your at home nail kit, read this post here so you can get all the goods to get started! I am by no means a professional nail artist but I took up this hobby during the pandemic and honestly just stuck with it!

chrome nail tutorial

Products:

  1. Chrome Powder- Shop Here
  2. Translucent Dip Powder- Shop Here
  3. Gel Top Coat- Shop Here
  4. Gel Base- Shop Here

Directions:

  1. I have an electric nail file that I use to prep my nails but you can just take a file to file and buff them out.
  2. Take your gel base and apply a thin layer then dip your finger into the translucent powder at a 45 degree angle.
  3. Continue this process about 2-3 times depending on your desired opacity.
  4. Coat nails in activator then file them down to smooth and even out.
  5. Apply one coat of the gel top and let it get about 95% dry.
  6. Take the chrome powder and dust it on top of your nail until you have your desired effect.
  7. Apply another coat of gel top and let it sit!

I seriously just love the look of these glazed donut nails! They are gorgeous and not as difficult as they look! The key is just applying the chrome at the right time so it stays nicely in place!

If you loved this chrome nail tutorial be sure to subscribe to the blog and follow me on Pinterest for more exclusive video content!

My Fall Lifestyle Favorites!

October 19, 2022

As we are in the thick of this fall season, I wanted to share my fall lifestyle favorites getting me through it! Fall is truly my favorite season so I am really in my element these days! This bonus post has everything from fashion to food that you need to try this fall.

As always, these are affiliate links where I make a commission off of them but there is no pressure to purchase! I just had to share these with you so you can get all the cozy fall vibes too with my fall lifestyle favorites!

Free People Ruby Jacket- Shop Here

fall lifestyle favorites

This jacket has leveled up my fall style! I love that I can throw this on with sweats or jeans and it instantly gives the best layered looking vibe. I haven’t stopped wearing it since I got it and this color is everything. It’s a creamy white with a hint of pink so it just screams fall to me!

Ugg Ultra Mini Mustard Seed- Shop Here

fall lifestyle favorites

The Boston Birkenstocks are what I truly had my eye on but ended up settling for these instead! I felt like I wanted a full shoe that would be warm and fuzzy and these do just that. I am a huge UGG fan but these are even better than my minis because they are super flattering and hit just the right spot!

Ankle Socks- Shop Here

One thing we’ve been seeing so much is the return of the ankle socks! They’re perfect with the UGG minis or even Air Force 1s for a layered look! I love pairing them with black leggings because I feel like it just gives that cozy fall vibe we’re all after. I personally love the Aritzia ones but I cannot justify the cost so I linked a dupe for them here that are way cheaper!

These bonus posts are always my favorite to create! They’re short and sweet but share what I’m actually using/loving each month! Be sure to subscribe to the blog and check out more fall posts like this here!

Amazon Halloween Costume Ideas!

October 17, 2022

We are halfway through the month of October which means halfway to Halloween! Last year I prepped months in advance for my Halloween Costume post so that you had great ideas! This year, life was super busy so I thought I’d take a twist on Amazon Halloween costume ideas!

These ideas are all inexpensive and shop-able right through Amazon! This means 2 day shipping for those last minute Amazon Halloween costume ideas! Be sure to read to the bottom to see which costume I’m actually wearing this 31st!

Amazon Halloween Costume 1: Padme from Star Wars

amazon halloween costume

Shirt: Shop Here

Pants: Shop Here

Shoes: Shop Here

Belt: Shop Here

This look is a modern twist on the Star wars classic! I love this look but the actual costume sets just weren’t it! I love how comfy this will be and it’s so cute and wearable after the fact too!

Costume 2: Fairy

amazon halloween costume

Shirt: Shop Here

Skirt:Shop Here

Shoes:Shop Here

Wings:Shop Here

I firmly believe this is the costume of the year! So many people have been trying to style this top and I think everyone is obsessed with it! I wish I had somewhere to wear this look because I totally would wear it for a Halloween party!

Costume 3: Wednesday Addams

Dress: Shop here

Fake Collar: Shop Here

Socks: Shop Here

Shoes: Shop Here

Wednesday is just my favorite Halloween character of all time so I had to include her here! This is like the easiest look and you might even have these pieces in your closet already!

This year my whole family is dressing up as Star Wars characters! I’ll be dressing up as Padme and Sky is going as Yoda! Halloween truly is my favorite holiday so I hope you love these Amazon Halloween costume ideas as much as I do!

I wish I had other places to go because my other two costume ideas are seriously so cute! Be sure to follow me on Pinterest so you don’t miss anything! I am so excited to be rolling out my holiday content next month so stay tuned!

My Fall Harvest Bowl!

October 10, 2022

I am so excited to be sharing with you my viral fall harvest bowl! This was posted on Pinterest Here and it seriously blew up! I am so glad everyone is enjoying this bowl because I swear it is the perfect transition meal!

Whether you want a warm dinner or a chilled side, this bowl is great for meal prep! You can make it in advance and use it throughout the week for lunches or dinners! I love how filling it is alone and it’s vegan so you’re also doing good for the planet too!

fall harvest bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 box of orzo
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 red onion
  • handful of grape tomatoes
  • handful of walnuts
  • olive oil
  • maple syrup
  • red wine vinegar
  • basil
  • oregano
  • red pepper flakes
  • salt & pepper

Directions:

  1. Start by preheating your oven to 425 and dicing up your sweet potatoes, onions, and tomatoes. Add to an oven safe pan, drizzle with olive oil, and bake until all are soft.
  2. Meanwhile drain chickpeas and add to a baking sheet with walnuts. Bake walnuts for 5 minutes until crisp and remove. Keep chickpeas in until they harden.
  3. Cook orzo according to the package.
  4. Make dressing by combining 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and dashes of basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Combine all together and mix well, adding salt & pepper to taste!
  6. Enjoy!!

I hope you enjoyed this Fall Harvest Bowl recipe! I have this recipe on repeat each week because it’s just that good. If you liked this recipe, you can check out more recipes here!

My Trader Joe’s Essentials!

October 3, 2022

I cannot tell you how exponentially better my life is now that I have a Trader Joe’s close to me! My weekly grocery trips and meal planning has leveled up since then. I wanted to dedicate this post to my Trader Joe’s essentials, the things that are alway on my list and in my fridge!

If you like this post, I actually have another Trader Joe’s post here to check out! I made that a few years ago but honestly some of these things are the same. TJ’s is great for everything but I love to stock up my fridge/freezer because their pre-made meals are great for busy days.

Freezer White Jasmine Rice

This product is a true freezer staple for me. I rave about my rice cooker but sometimes you just don’t have the time to use it. These rice packs you just have to pop in the microwave and they come out great every time. They’re so fast and great for quick additions to your lunch or dinner.

Chunky Guacamole

I have tried so many guacamole containers but this one is truly my favorite. I also like that it’s super inexpensive because guac is not cheap these days. This one seems to last me awhile too so I can open it one day and it’s not super gross and brown the next.

Chicken Fried Rice

trader joe's essentials

I cannot explain to you the love I have for this rice. It definitely isn’t a takeout dupe but honestly tastes better in my opinion because I know it’s healthier. This is perfect on its own or I like to grab like egg rolls or pot stickers and make a full dinner out of it.

Chicken Soup Dumplings

trader joe's essentials

I saw this online and immediately knew I needed them. I love dumplings and these are so great for lunch. They come in chicken or pork but I like the chicken version best. Seriously I love these and just having them in my freezer makes me not have to worry about planning a lunch during the work day.

Vegan Cashew Ravioli

trader joe's essentials

You need to try these ravioli even if you aren’t vegan! These are so yummy and honestly you probably can’t tell they aren’t vegan. I haven’t had a ravioli in like a year because I can’t have dairy and finding these was life changing!

These Trader Joe’s Essentials have seriously become staples in my life. I’ve noticed that TJ has become really dairy free friendly and has some great alternative products so let me know if you want me to do a post on my favorite non dairy things!

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Makeup Essentials I’m Loving!

September 22, 2022

This months bonus post is dedicated to the makeup essentials I’m loving! As we transition into the colder months, I still want to be as glowy as possible and these products are seriously going to help! I love a light makeup look but always need a little coverage to hide some blemishes.

These are some great products that will do just that! This was my go to makeup routine this summer and I’m going to stick with it as we head into the fall too! As always these are affiliate links but there’s no pressure to purchase!

Niacinamide Drops by Glow Recipe- Shop Here

makeup products

These glow drops are seriously a must have to prep your skin. I use these after I moisturize and let this get a little tacky. This works as like a primer and locks in my tinted moisturizer but adds so much glow. This seriously is such a great product on its own but is that much more amazing to pair before you put on your foundation.

Rare Beauty Tinted Moisturizer- Shop Here

makeup products

I fell in love with this tinted moisturizer over the summer and this is going to be a re-purchase for me. It’s super light coverage because it’s a tinted moisturizer but buildable. I swear this paired with the glow drops above is seriously the best combo.

Charlotte Tilbury Contour Wand- Shop Here

I finally got my hands on this contour wand and I am so glad I did. This is like the easiest contour to use because you can just dot it on. It’s so blend-able that I can just go in with my beauty blender and it seriously does the job. If you see this in stock, don’t hesitate to get it because it’s seriously as good as everyone says it is!

Charlotte Tilbury Blush Wand- Shop Here

This is just as good as the contour. I have the blush coral color and I seriously love it. The formula is just as blend-able as the contour so it looks so natural on the skin. The color also complimented me so well when I had a tan but it’s still as pretty as I get paler.

These makeup essentials have instantly become my go to must haves! I can’t live without them because the combo on my skin that they create is unreal. A light, natural and glowy finish is always my goal and these products seriously do just that!

If you loved this bonus post, you can check out more skin care posts here! In addition, follow me on Pinterest because I’ve been posting a ton there lately, even more than instagram!

My Dance Teacher Outfit Ideas Ft. Lululemon!!

September 12, 2022

As many of you know, in addition to this blog I’m also a dance teacher! This seriously makes me an expert on dance teacher outfit ideas and Lululemon essentials. For some, Lululemon might be pricy but if you’re wearing these pieces everyday, you want them to last.

I personally finding Lululemon to be the best workout brand. I know people have their preferences but I just love their basics which I’ll share with you today. It’s essential that I’m comfy while teaching and not worrying about really anything else!

Blissful Feel Sneaker- Shop Here

dance teacher outfit ideas

I’ve had my eye on these sneakers since they came out. I am not a runner but I’m looking for a good supportive but comfy shoe for the studio. These are honestly just that. They come in so many different color combos so you can really wear what you love.

I will admit I did purchase these with a gift card so I’m not sure if the price tag is worth it on them yet, but so far I do really like them and have been dancing in them for about 2 months now.

Fast and Free High Rise Leggings- Shop Here

dance teacher outfit ideas

These leggings are like my top essential. I love them and can’t say enough good things about them. One struggle I usually have with leggings is keeping them up but these seriously do the job and you don’t have to worry about them at all. The cut of these is also super flattering and I always get compliments on how good these just suck you in.

Energy Bra- Shop Here

dance teacher outfit ideas

I truly don’t think I’ll ever wear another type of sports bra. This is it for me, like I don’t need to ever get another kind of bra. It is perfectly supportive for my c cup chest. I can dance and move freely and don’t have any issues at all. This is like a must get.

Define Jacket- Shop Here

dance teacher outfit ideas

As we head into the colder months, I wanted to make sure I mentioned my go to jacket. We do receive team jackets at work with the logo but I love this for more of an everyday wear. You need something to keep you warm but also be able to move in. This material is so stretchy and seriously the go to on a cold morning.

Love Crew T- Shirt- Shop Here

A good t-shirt is like the ultimate find. This is one of my favorite workout tops of all time. I really love the cut of it and the material. So often today workout tops are cropped and I just don’t love that when I’m working with my really little kids. This is a good, normal length tee for everyday.

And there you have it, an entire outfit for dance teacher outfit ideas! I love Lululemon and seriously believe everything I just shared is so worth it. It’s essential to look good but also just be able to move in all sorts of ways when teaching and these do just that.

Let me know if you need any help with sizing because I most of the time do size down except for jackets & sweatshirts, I size up. If you liked this post, check out this other haul from a few months ago! Also, be sure to follow me on Pinterest since I’m really ramping up the posts there!

My Workout Routine that I Actually Do

August 29, 2022

If you’ve been here awhile, you know I love Melissa Wood Health! Her program has seriously evolved into a workout routine for me that I actually do every day! I figured I would share my current routine using her methods so you can see how great it is too!

My previous blog post was all about meditation and I think the reason I love MWH is because it pairs a workout with mindfulness. Almost every flow has some breath work associated with it either before or after which just elevates the whole experience.

workout routine

My Routine

I really like to workout at least 5 days a week. Usually it’s Monday- Friday for me but if I miss one of those days I like to incorporate a weekend day in too. I’ve found that these flows are so gentle on my body that I actually want to do them everyday because they help to stretch me out and keep my body feeling good.

Most of the time I follow her weekly workout guide but sometimes I like to throw in something I’m feeling. I love the standing series she does because they remind me of the ballet barre. It is such a good all over workout that I can do anytime/anywhere because I don’t need equipment other than a stable surface.

She breaks down the week into a different body part each day which leaves you with a great all over workout each week! I also find that I’m not really run down because I’m not doing the same workout everyday for a month. Each day is so different which keeps it exciting.

The best part of these workouts is the time. Some are over 20 but most are under 20 and that’s something I can commit to. Most of us don’t want to spend hours working out so getting something in that’s quick but effective is life changing for me!

I hope you enjoyed this post about my workout routine! I seriously love the MWH method and it has transformed how I look at working out. A little goes a long way and it’s more about consistency than anything else!

Be sure to subscribe here to the blog so you don’t miss any posts this fall!

How to Meditate to Manifest!!

August 22, 2022

I feel like my life has seriously transformed once I learned how to meditate to manifest! Spending just a few moments reflecting and focusing on yourself is life changing. I started this on a whim really and it has become a staple in my routine.

I thought this might be helpful to share if you don’t really know where to start. For awhile now I was interested in learning how to meditate but not sure how to get started. I’m going to share everything I do so you can hopefully start meditating to manifest too!

Melissa Wood Health Guided Mediation

how to meditate

I put this first because it was truly my step one! I have the MWH app and subscription so I really was opened up to meditation through her. There are some really great guided meditations that are perfect for beginners who need short but effective meditations. I highly recommend trying out the MWH free 7 day trial and you’ll see how great these are! Click here!

Healing Frequency Music

If you’re not putting on healing frequency as background noise in your house, you’re doing it wrong! This is the most calming music and is great when you want something on that’s not like a show. I started pairing this with my meditation and it seriously elevated it. It helps to relax you and seriously dig deep into your mind. Click here for one of my favorites from YouTube!

Peppermint Essential Oil

how to meditate

I think this is preference but to me there is nothing more relaxing that peppermint based essential oil. I think it really helps you to breathe and just chill out because it’s so cool. Starting your meditation with a deep breath and smelling this because it helps to get you in the mood I swear.

I love this one by Highline Wellness because it’s infused with CBD. Click Here

Notebook

I love to finish off my meditation by just doing a brain dump. I truly believe that after I meditate writing down what was on my mind helps me to either get rid of it or get me focused on it. This is really the game changer for me and why I love doing this practice at night. You let go of the day and can focus on your dreams all by writing it down. This is a great three pack on Amazon!

As you can see there’s really not much to it. I think the hardest part is getting into the routine of it. I’ve found that I love to do it at night right before bed. I turn off the lights and let the purple light from the music light up my room. I swear I crave that ambiance after a long day!

Let me know if you liked this post! I have other manifestation posts here! I truly think that there is something to it and if you feel like you’re stuck, just give it a try!

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