2.13.2013

trending stripes + jello update.

bold and soft.
thick and thin.
black/white and colors.
stripes hit the runways again.
how will you be rocking this trend?

had the best time at my friend's beach house in haleiwa this weekend. we were blessed with perfect weather...sunny with cool breezes. the kids [nine of them] had fun body boarding and playing in the sand while we relaxed and talked story. thanks to my friend, L, for inviting us. i ended up making the jello wedges that i mentioned in my previous post and have
some tips to share after my first try.

into the great wide open... 
- make sure lemons are firm and on the larger side.
the thicker the rind the better.
- one small package of jello (1 cup boiling water/1 cup cold water) filled five small lemons.
- use less water for firmer consistency (1/2 cup less).
- fill all the way to the top as it will shrink down.
- the type of fruit does affect the taste of the jello.
the lemon rind made the jello slightly bitter, which would have been perfect for the pink lemonade recipe i was originally going to make...but i ended up making non-alcoholic strawberry jello for the kids. orange fruit with orange jello might have
been a better choice.
slice and serve.
i forgot to take a picture, so i grabbed this
one from my friend's instagram (thanks, C!).
overall, they turned out ok, and the kids enjoyed them.
i will definitely be making these again.

33 comments:

welldressedmaker said...

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this outfit, becks! And thank you for then tips on making those shots!
♥ laura
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StyleIDnet said...

You look beautiful and chic. I love your outfit. Amazing styling <3
That Jello looks great. I eat gelatin twice a day, just love it and this is a good variation to the usual :)
Hope you are having a happy week.
xx,
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Ai Sakura said...

the jello wedges look so yum and easy to make. gotta try them too :)

Ai @ Sakura Haruka

Jessica said...

You look amazing. I am so jealous that you are hanging out at the beach. I would love to have some quality beach time.

Tracy @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights

Style Journey said...

What a great outfit! The neutral boots were the perfect shoe choice. Got to try these jello things. Thye look good!

Mary said...

great outfit! love the solids and stripes you put together.
Saw the jello shots on Pinterest and thought it was interesting. thanks for sharing

Loves Happy Hour said...

Awesome post!! Loving the stripes! You can also use egg cartons to help hold the lemons and if you use the cartons that close, you will have more room in the fridge and can still stack things on top or below. I'm glad you guys had a great time and the weather held up!!

Loves Happy Hour said...

Or you can even use the lemons for sorbet bowls!!

Amy's Fashion Blog said...

Love this outfit. Glad your lemons were a hit

J. said...

Wow, you have it all in the details! Perfection!
(And your jello looks so good too!)

Unknown said...

making jello shots immediately!

xo Jackie
...livingaftermidnite

Frannie Pantz said...

Your landscape photo is so incredible! And your weekend sounds equally so. For me, I think the more kids the easier they are to contain. I love love LOVE your striped dress Rebecca!

JennaStevie said...

I love this outfit, the striped dress is so great with this blazer!!! And it looks like you had a wonderful time, I really want to try to make those jello slices, how fun!
xJennaD

Anonymous said...

Nice work with the Jello ;) I adore the graphic black and white stripes with the contrast blazer...it's got so much impact!!!

<3 Cambria
jupefashion.blogspot.com

oomph. said...

will do...thanks, terry!!

oomph. said...

egg cartons are a great idea!!

oomph. said...

thanks, jenna! they are fun to eat!

oomph. said...

yes, more is easier...they entertain themselves! thanks, robin!

oomph. said...

thank you :)

oomph. said...

do try...and let me know how they turn out!

oomph. said...

thanks, amy!

oomph. said...

thank you :)

oomph. said...

thanks, H&K!

oomph. said...

thank you, tracy!

oomph. said...

hardest part is scooping out the fruit...rest is easy!!

oomph. said...

thanks, laura!!

oomph. said...

thank you :)

Unknown said...

You look so sexy! Love this striped dress and your booties!

Susan said...

Look at you gorgeous!!! I love me some black and white...has always been a fave.
Summer. My place. You bring the jello. I will supply the vodka.

Chicago Chic said...

I'm a HUGE fan of black and white. You look amazing!

A Very Sweet Blog said...

That dress and jacket look FABULOUS on you Becks! I love stripes and girl you can work them. The jewelry you're wearing is gorgeous.
http://www.averysweetblog.com/

Unknown said...

beautiful smile :))

followed you on GFC.. mind to follow me back?

http://knickknacksnix.blogspot.com/ :)

Leather Jacket For Men and Women said...

amazing outfit..!!! that dress and jacket are out standing

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