Are You Free in January?

Beauty Faves

I’m all about finding beauty products that are effortless and affordable. This weeks fave is the the Revolution Beauty Jelly Blush Stick Lip & Cheek Stain. It’s tiny size makes it a must-have for your purse—easy to carry and always ready for a quick touch-up! The best part is it’s just $8, so it’s such a steal!

• Multi-use magic: Works wonders for both lips and cheeks. It’s the perfect pop of color that’s sheer, buildable, and super natural-looking.

• Skin-loving ingredients: Infused with hyaluronic acid, aloe, and watermelon extract, it not only gives you that dewy, fresh look but also keeps your super skin hydrated.

• Three gorgeous shades: Whether you’re feeling Peach Orange, Strawberry Pink, or Cherry Red, there’s a color for every vibe and skin tone.

To use, I just dab a little on my cheeks and lips, blend it out with my fingers, and voilà—instant glow. ✨ 

The Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Liner with the YSL Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick, duo is everything! I can’t get enough of this lip combo!

Anastasia’s Lip Liner is super creamy and effortless to apply, giving you perfectly defined lips. Plus they have so many shade options to match any look. Pair it with the YSL’s Lip Gloss Stick, which combines the shine of a gloss with the hydration of a balm, leaving your lips suuuper soft.

How I Use Them Together:

1. Start by lining your lips with the Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Liner in a shade that complements your natural lip color or the gloss you’re applying. Use it to define and lightly fill in your lips for added depth and staying power.

2. Swipe on the YSL Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick over the liner. Its hydrating formula gives that glossy, glass-like finish while keeping your lips feeling moisturized all day.

Divi Giveaway

I know the holidays are sneaking up on us, and we’re all juggling a million things—school pickups, holiday shopping, that endless to-do list! I'm partnering with Divi to help you kick off the New Year in the most amazing way! 😍 

Here’s how it works:

When you use code AMI at checkout on the Divi website, you’ll get 32% off sitewide. AND here’s the best part— using that code automatically enters you for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip this January!

Aaaahhhh!!!! 😍 😍 😍 ARE YOU KIDDING!?

Now, I’ll be on the trip as well with a friend and how lucky would it be if you could join us??? So take this chance to enter the giveaway! Go on the Divi website and look through their amazing hair and scalp products!

If you need some suggestions—

I got a dry mini shampoo and it’s worked super well for me so far! It’s lightweight, smells amazing, and actually gives you volume without that sticky, heavy feeling—and yes, it lets you stretch those wash days! 😂 

Treat yourself this week because the sale ends on December 8th! Snag some products using the code and let’s get your name in for this giveaway!!

Thanksgiving Prep

I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, surrounded by love and family. And, filled with lots of good food—obvs! 😂

I have some recipes that I whipped up for our dinner, maybe you could add these to your Christmas dinner ideas!

Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Cheddar Bay Biscuits are always a huge hit with our family. They taste just like Red Lobster’s and are truly so easy to make at home.

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).

3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Add Buttermilk and Cheese: Pour in the cold buttermilk and add the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix.

5. Scoop Biscuits: Using a large spoon or a 3-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.

7. Prepare Garlic Butter Topping: While the biscuits are baking, whisk together the melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley in a small bowl.

8. Brush Biscuits: As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush the tops generously with the garlic butter mixture.

Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Muffins

These muffins are meant to be soft on the inside, golden and crispy on the outside, making them a perfect shareable side dish for any meal. Now if I’m being honest… my dough didn’t rise, so they never turned into muffins (but rosemary garlic biscuits sound good too…right?) 😭😂 

But if you end up trying this and it turns out amazing! Plz tell me what I did wrong. 😂 

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough (Day 1):

   • In a large bowl, mix the yeast, honey, and warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.

   • Add the bread flour and sea salt to the bowl. Stir with a large spoon or spatula until a rough dough forms.

   • Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the dough and gently turn it to coat.

   • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours). The dough will double in size.

2. Shape the Muffins (Day 2):

   • Drizzle another 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the risen dough and knead it briefly to deflate.

   • Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled counter and shape it into a rough rectangle.

   • Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.

   • Grease a muffin pan with olive oil and place each dough piece into a muffin cup.

   • Cover and let the dough rise at room temperature for about 2 hours until doubled in size.

3. Prepare the Topping:

   • Heat ⅓ cup of olive oil in a small pan over medium heat.

   • Add the minced rosemary and garlic. Remove from heat and swirl gently to cook the herbs without burning them.

4. Bake the Muffins:

   • Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

   • With oiled hands, poke deep holes all over the top of each dough piece.

   • Spoon the rosemary garlic topping evenly over the dough.

   • Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown.

Motivation Minute

As we head into December, and wrap up 2024, take some time for yourself and reflect. I hope December is filled with love and light! ❤️