This week I’m showing you how to extend the life of your gel manicure. Whether you don’t have time to get it refilled or you…
I got the Sunshine Award!
I can’t believe it took me almost a year to get this post published! My first blog award! Allison from Dream a Little Bigger nominated…
RECIPE – Quinoa crackers (GF – Anti Candida)
Being on the body ecology diet means no gluten and therefore no bread or any bread like foods…That’s why I’m obsessed with this cracker recipe!…
Words of the week
Hey guys! This week has been super busy but so inspiring and creative. So in that spirit: count your blessings! Have any inspiring words you’d like…
Mermaid eye makeup
This week I’m challenging you to break out of your makeup comfort zone and channel your inner mermaid. You might think it’s hard to do…
NEW FEATURE – Words of the week
Hey guys! I’m starting a new weekly post where I’ll be sharing inspirational quotes to help you remember how awesome you are and how you…
Hot oil hair & scalp treatment
We’re pretty much all back from our summer vacations and no matter where you went, be it beach or mountain one thing is for sure:…
Colorful leopard nail art
cI have to say I was surprised at how easy leopard nail art was! So naturally I had to share the technique with you guys!
Pinner of the month – September
Happy September!! I’m so excited it’s finally fall! I’m not a really big summer person… This month’s featured pinner is Emily Lootens. I love her…
RECIPE – Coconut milk panna cotta (DF/GF/SF)
Being on the body ecology diet has been a challenge when it comes to suitable dessert choices. Luckily I stumbled upon this recipe for coconut…
Photo Journal – #queenlilavacation
Before I get back to my regular posting schedule on Monday I thought I would share my holiday snapshots! [alpine-phototile-for-instagram id=798 user=”liz_bumgarner” src=”global_tag” tag=”queenlilavacation” imgl=”instagram”…
Queen Lila is going on vacation!
[image_with_animation image_url=”7212″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In” img_link_target=”_self”]It’s been a long hard year so far and I’m so ready for some rest and relaxation on the beach!…
GF/DF Iced Coffee
One of the things I kind of miss being on the B.E.D. diet is iced coffee! Not so much for the pick-me-up but for the…
When you get that gut feeling…how I got on the body ecology diet.
If you’ve been reading this blog for a while then you probably remember I had some issues with my gallbladder about a year and a…
3 Ways to pin back your bangs
Summertime can be amazing but if, like me, you have a lot of hair AND bangs then it can literally be hell…NEVER fear! I’m here…
RECIPE – Zoe’s Pesto
A suprise visit to my best friend’s place turned into an improptu lunch date.
How to make ice tea
I’m not the best when it comes to accepting the summer months and all the heat that comes with it…I’m more of a winter person…
Easy Festival Hair
Hey there! I’m so excited for this week’s tutorial! It’s a collaboration with the lovely Mika Chan Sailor on easy and awesome festival style. Mika…
Pinner of the month – July
Happy July!! Is it really hot over in your neck of the woods cause we are sweating balls over here! This month’s pinner is Natassa Tsouf…
RECIPE – Humus
Humus Ingredients yields 3 cups 1 cup chickpeas 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 water 1 Tbsp tahini 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp paprika salt…
RECIPE – Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers (V/GF)
These quinoa stuffed bell peppers are sure to become a hit! Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers Ingredients serves 3-6 1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed 1/4 cup rice…
Add a zipper to a tote bag
I have a couple tote bags that even though I love carrying them around I get a bit anxious about not having a way to…
RECIPE – Lentil Salad – 3 ways
I love lentils. From a stew to a salad they’re so versatile and taste delicious both hot and cold. Here’s three versions of a lentil…
Natural Makeup
This week over on WearThisToday we created a tutorial for a makeup look every girl needs to have in her arsenal. The natural or “No…
Pinner of the month – June
Happy June!! This month’s pinner is Angie, with her lovely vintage style and sweet as sugar demeanor she certainly deserves more followers.
Grunge Eye Makeup inspired by Versace SS14
Hey there! I’m back this week with another SS14 inspired tutorial and video! Check out how you can easily recreate the grunge inspired makeup look seen…
I know, I know…
Hey there! If you’ve noticed things being a bit weird around here then you’re right! I was away visiting my family last week so blogging…
Easy Wavy Hair
Hey there! I’m back this week with another SS14 inspired tutorial. This time it’s from the SS14 Coach campaign and the hair look worn by Freja Erichsen.…
DIY Goo Gone (or how to remove labels)
Get rid of those pesky labels the easy (and cheap) way! see you soon!
Fresh Spring Makeup
I’ve been wanting to do a series of SS14 inspired makeup tutorials for a couple months now and the Marie Claire nomination was just the…