With fall coming in with a bang, I am loving the combo of these brown and gold hues in these two pieces. Delightful!

Brown Nonpareil Set: $15

Petal Bronze Purse: $60


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Ashley's Faves: Pretty, Pink Party Wear!

So with September and it's chilly weather rolling in, I'm in the mood to start going to parties again! And I mean parties! The summer is done, and so are barbecues; I'm ready for champagne, hors d'oeuvres and little black cocktail dresses! And believe me ladies, I'm in a totally glamorous mood! I love the idea of a simple LBD (little black dress), and these show-stopping pink accessories for a totally dramatic, divalicious look!

Pink Rhinestone Square Necklace: ON SALE! $6.00

Pink Party Clutch: $49.00

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Fake It In the Kitchen: Fresh, Homemade Cheese!

As promised, here is my recipe for fresh, homemade cheese. It's terribly simple, but it's one of those recipes that will make you look like a kitchen allstar with a minimum of effort. Just don't let any one know how easy it is!

Combine the following in a big pot:
1 qt. buttermilk
1/2 gallon whole milk
1/2 gallon heavy whipping cream
5 cloves minced garlic
At least 5 tbsps salt
At least 4 tbsps fresh ground pepper

Throw on medium-high heat, and with a candy or meat thermometer, heat milk mixture to 185. Once it hits 185, start timing it. You'll want to keep an eye on it, and keep the temp between 185 and 200 for 25 minutes. DON'T STIR!

While mixture is heating up, prepare a colander with 2 sheets of cheese cloth so that the cheese cloth drapes over all sides of the colander. After 25 minutes of heating the milk, pour the mixture through cheese cloth and colander. Don't scrape it from the sides.

Allow to drain for about an hour, then serve or refridgerate. It'll be good in your fridge for 7-10 days.

Enjoy!

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Ashley's Faves: Orange you happy you found Ashley's Big Secret?

Ok, so I'll admit the title, "Orange you glad you found Ashley's Big Secret?" is a little bit cheesy, but I am loving the orange stuff right now! This fabulously funky combo is easy to wear, and will set you apart as a total DIVA. Orange is hot, hot, hot right now, and it helps us reclaim what's left of the summer!

Retro Orange Diamond Shaped Earrings: $7

Orange and White Polka Dot Bangle: $12

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Which character in Casablanca are you?

You are Ilsa Lund Laszlo. You are beautiful and brave but not good with firearms. You look good in big hats and have a thing for tough American barkeeps. Too bad you married a European dude.

As Time Goes By

A true classic.... SUCH a great song- but why can't I look that fabulous (even heartbroken!) in real life?!?