Care For Some Spring Fresh Rolls?

One of my favorite Asian foods or snacks would be Spring Rolls or otherwise Fresh Rolls. Yes, there are different types of spring rolls out there with many types of fillings. I think I like almost all of them. The only ones I kind of dislike would be the ones with tons of veggie fillers and not enough meats or noodles. I'll probably still eat them anyways cause I like them that much.  All I need is my Peanut Sauce.

Here's a version that I love eating that my SIL made for us one day:
(sorry only one picture, should have taken more)

Ingredients:

Spring Roll wrapper
Egg Roll wrapper (rolled skinny and fried)
Chives
Deli Meat (we used ham and turkey)
Cilantro
Lettuce
(Any other fillers you would like, but we made it simple)

Peanut Sauce *I"ll have to share this one day*

This is a very simple recipe, no need for lots of cooking. The only labor part would deep frying the egg roll wrapper and assembling the spring roll together. However with lots of people helping, it doesn't take long to assemble them.  I just love to assemble and eat right away, that's my take on it.

The best part that I like of this version is the crunchy egg roll piece in the spring roll. Gives it awesome texture. Add some Peanut Sauce or Sweet Hoisin Sauce and you have a yummy snack to enjoy.

I want some now!

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Hello Kitty @ Target

I love Target.  Its awesome to live super close to one, however its kind of bad too as I tend to go there often.  This past weekend I was just looking around some of the home kitchen items for the house and found a whole wall of Hello Kitty items.  Yes, I've seen things here and there, but not all bunched up together. 

I found it rather cute and exciting to see that many home items were in Hello Kitty brand.  Its like going to Japan and seeing Hello Kitty everywhere.  I didn't get anything as the hubby probably wouldn't appreciate having to see Hello Kitty everyday in the kitchen lol.  Maybe someday he'll give in.

 

Isn't it cute?

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Urban Decay Friends & Family 2012 - 20% OFF

Its that time of the year when we are all getting ready to start shopping for Christmas gifts.  What better way to buy gifts for friends and family who love makeup especially Urban Decay.

Now thru October 13. 2012, you can get 20% OFF Everything at URBANDECAY.COM. 

Use code: FFHOLIDAY12

I'm totally looking forward to the sale.  I'm not sure if I'll be getting anything, but I'll be browsing to see if there is anything I would like. 

My wishlists:

Naked 2

Ocho Loco 24/7 Eye Pencils

Smoked Eyeshadow Palette

What will you be getting with 20% off?

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MAC Marilyn Monroe - Lippies Sold Out

I've been super out of the loop with MAC cosmetics lately and haven't paid much attention to the lastest collections being put out.  However, I did notice that MAC was launching a new collection with Marilyn Monroe on the packaging.  I thought it was pretty cool.

I've seen some of the swatches of the collection, wasn't a big fan, however the lipstick colors caught my eye. All the colors except for one are pretty bold and red the other was a sheer nude permanent color. 

The collection launched online yesterday and like always all the lipsticks were sold out.  It was basically sold out when they launched on the site.  Too bad, I was going to get some lippies.  I guess I'll just have to wait to grab it at the store, and even with that, it may be hard because everyone will be trying to get them before me too.

Anyways, I'll try my best to get them come next week. *hopes*

What have you bought from the MAC Marilyn Monroe Collection?

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NOTD: OPI Dim Sum Plum

Quick Nail of the Day for everyone!

Awhile back I purchased the OPI Hong Kong mini set and haven't really had a chance to play around with the colors. The colors in the set are super bright and bold, so I have to be on a good mood to try something like this.

Dim Sum Plum is a hot pink magenta color polish. Under flash and sunlight it looks more pink, but in the dark its a more plum/magenta color. To me its more on the cool side which I like as it seems a bit more toned down. I still think this a hot color and anyone can rock it.  If I think I can rock it, I'm definitely sure everyone can rock it!

OPI Dim Sum Plum

*Excuse the chip polish on one the nails.  Picture was taken a day or two later after the initial application. 

Have an Awesome Day!

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Sephora Brush Set Sale! *Hot Deal*

Took a quick peek at Sephora's sale section online and was surprised to see a product that I thought would never get discounted.  I'm sure this deal is not going to stay pretty long on the site, so I say grab it while you can.

This is especially great if you are new to the Beauty world and are in need of good quality brushes. It can also be great for budding makeup artist who needs something to start off with.

Sephora Makeup Artist Brush Belt Set 

Description:
What it is:
A makeup artist's belt with a range of brushes for your every need.

What you need to know:
Sephora's Brush Belt includes fifteen deluxe, professional brushes that will never leave you at a loss for makeup application. Every brush imaginable is at your fingertips, so you can create a professional makeup look anytime. The brushes come in Sephora's Makeup Artist Brush Belt case, made of easy-to-clean faux leather, with interior nylon pockets on the left and the right that are made to fit all brush sizes, and center pockets designed for a Kabuki brush on top and a bronzer brush underneath. An adjustable strap allows for the belt to be comfortably worn around the waist or over-the-shoulder. When you're done, simply cover brushes with the nylon flap, then fold the belt in half and close with the attached strap.

This set includes:
- Professional Natural Crease Brush #10
- Professional Natural Smudge Brush #11
- Professional Natural All Over Shadow Brush #12
- Professional Natural Medium Eyeshadow Brush #14
- Professional Lash & Eyebrow Comb #21
- Professional Angle Brush #22
- Professionnel Platinum Smokey Eye Brush #24
- Professionnel Platinum Natural Powder Brush #40
- Professionnel Platinum Natural Slant Brush #42
- Professionnel Platinum Natural Fan Brush #43
- Professionnel Platinum Stippling Brush #44
- Professionnel Platinum Concealer Brush #45
- Professionnel Platinum Foundation Brush #47
- Professionnel Platinum Bronzer Brush #48
- Professionnel Platinum Lip Brush #61


So the Retail price is $275.  You can get it now for just $150.

That's a total of $125 off the retail price.  This set is still worth over $400.

With 15 professional brushes and the brush belt, I think this is a great bargain for brushes.  I have a few of Sephora Professional brushes and I love them.  They still are in good condition.  When I started out doing makeup, I really wanted this set, however I couldn't justify paying $275 for it, so I never got.  Now that I have plenty of brushes to go around, I'm not sure if I'll get this, but you never know.  I still think this is an awesome deal that everyone who can get should.

Most likely this is an online deal sale.  You can get it here at Sephora.com

Get it before it's gone!

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Berry Eye Summer Look!

Long time no blog! No excuses, I've been busy with life and new stuff coming up so I'll try to update when I can.  I decided to take a few months off to really get my life together and settle down a bit.

Here's a quick FOTD for you:


A Berry Eye Summer Look

With the Glasses

 Not quite sure what I used so here's a guess:

Eyes: MAC Cranberry, Sketch, Blacktrack f/l, and Revlon Cream Palette

Face: MUFE HD, Smashbox Halo, MAC Instant Chic blush

Lips: MAC Bare slimshine

Kept the look heavier on the eyes with the Berry look and then the rest of the face was much lighter.  Didn't want to overwhelm with heavy eyes and lips. Simple look that I love to recreate and wear often. Berry colors are very pretty!

What colors are you sporting this Summer?

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