Saturdays At Shop This

It's National Dog Day. I couldn't resist this color blocked duo. As a piece of trivia, the real "dog days of summer" have passed. The dates are July 22 - August 23. Speaking of weather, I know that you join me in good thoughts and prayers for those in the path of Hurricane Harvey. Before the storm gets worse and your weekend gets busy, I have some good things to share.

National Dog Day: there's no better place to shop for your pampered pup than at Bitch New York. From the finest leather leads, harnesses and collars, to unique and chic crates, and custom made doggie dresses, they have it all. 

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Sephora is having another huge 50% off sale. You'll find over 200 products like a great eyeshadow palette from Urban Decay, Philosophy, Smashbox, Tocca Candles and more.

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8 new reads for Labor Day Weekend. There’s something for most moods—from a fluffy beach read, to poignant memoirs and "unputdownable" mysteries

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Give your home a Fall facelift with over 500 new items at Serena and Lily. Loving the artful details and original patterns of the throws. The new Cork Wallpaper is fab in white or natural. And if you need a baby gift, the Aden + Anais Collection is all on sale.

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It was 55 degrees when I woke up yesterday. Soon we will need a light layer. This Azalea Open Cardigan looks so cozy. The taupe is a no brainer but the mustard is so rich. It's an excellent bargain buy.
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The coolest shoe of the moment is the mule.  And they continue to be on trend for Fall. Just add suede. Sam Edelman's animal print Augustine does the trick. The little gold heel is so fun. 
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I am not a big bag girl. So I am elated that Ladylike Bags are trending for Fall. Here's a roundup of modern chic carryalls that will pull every outfit together.
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Shop wonders for your kitchen, all under $50 at Food52. I'm crushing big on little (and not-so-little!) treasures, like the structured nylon travel coolers (think tailgating and road trips), These Zwilling Madura Plus Nonstick Pans that go from your induction stovetop to into the oven. And the "Unpaper Towels" (Set of 16) are ever so clever.
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This weekend, Nordstrom is price matching with 20% off over 3200 products.   On my radar is the Le Crueset brand of cookware, Alice & Olivia's Ivana Waterfall Sleeve Blazer, and my favorite Wolford Hosiery! 
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Do you own a scarf necklace? I don't. New York based designer, Mignonne Gavigan, uses textiles, beading, and feathers to create jewelry that are really works of art. See the collection at Neiman Marcus.

Have a beautiful weekend! And don't forget to offer someone a little unconditional love every day. 

XOXO
Deb
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Foodie Friday: Next Level Sandwich Recipes & Cooks' Tools

For many of us it is back to school or back to work, which makes me think of lunch. Sandwiches are something I am known for, at least in the mind of "Mr. Shop This." This is funny since I haven't had one in probably 20 years or more. I just believe in elevating everything, especially something as mundane as two slices of bread. With the right ingredients, creativity, and lots of love, you too, can take your sandwiches to the next level. Here's inspiration.

HERE: 24 Recipes & Cooks' Tools

Cheddar Cornbread Waffle BLT with Chipotle Butter

I have not had a BLT yet this season. Mainly because I just never eat bread. These cheesy cornbread waffles change everything though. The green isn't just lettuce, it is arugula! The tomatoes are heirloom. OMG!

Half Baked Harvest

Open Face Steak Sandwich With Avocado Horseradish

This recipe had me at Avocado Horseradish. And you will love the rest of the ingredients, too.

How Sweet It Is 

Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini

Have you ever grilled an avocado? I did for the first time this Summer. They are delicious! These are made with crunchy sourdough bread, and finished with a balsamic glaze. Yum!

Cafe Delites

High Maintenance Egg Salad Sandwich

This sandwich begins with homemade mayo. It really isn't that "high maintenance," but it involves more love than boiling a few eggs. Give this one a try!

A Beautiful Plate

Brisket And Brie Sandwich

Presentation is key in everything, especially food! Isn't this a good looking plate?

Bakers Royale  

Sandwich Wrap Trio
A plastic bag is so passé.  These washable wraps get the job done in style!
Food52

Peach, Prosciutto, And Lemon Goat Cheese Tartine
A little sweet, a little salty, and a whole lot of deliciousness. Perfect for lunch on the patio.
Ace Bakery 

Meatball Sandwich With Tomato Sauce And Fontina
These mini meatballs are made in a similar fashion as mine, by soaking your bread (not bread crumbs) before mixing with meat. The recipe calls for water, but I use milk. This sammy is just irresistible.
  Gourmet Traveller

Cauliflower Crust Grilled Cheese
{ Gluten Free }
This sandwich is not without sin, but it is a healthier version for those with gluten intolerance. I think it looks pretty uh-mazing! One grilled cheese yields 374 calories, 29 grams of fat, 8 grams of carbs and 23 grams of protein. But who's counting?
The Iron You  

Grilled Sandwich Basket
Now we can make sandwiches in the great outdoors. On sale and genius for upcoming tailgate parties.
Williams Sonoma 

Doughnut Monte Christo Sliders
Oh this sounds and looks like a winner! Swiss Cheese and Ham smothered in jam. It's almost like eating dessert first. What's not to like? 
Jelly Toast Blog 

Niçoise Salad Sandwiches
This sandwich is popular street food in France. It's basically a salade Niçoise on a bun. Nothing wrong with that!
Williams Sonoma 

Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches on Jalapeño Cornbread Biscuits with Honey Bourbon Bacon
At the base of this fabulous recipe is turkey.  But that's incidental to the bourbon, bacon, sirarcha and homemade biscuits. Dear God!
Half Baked Harvest

Stainless Sandwich Cutters
Fill their lunch box with fun! Kids will love their sandwiches shaped into butterflies, soccer balls, airplanes or flowers. 
Pottery Barn Kids

Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Because pesto makes everything tastier and prettier! This recipe calls for shredded chicken breast, so it can be made ahead of time.
Damn Delicious 

Cobb Grilled Cheese
You read that right. It's a grilled cheese with all of the fixings of a cobb salad. California style. 
Foodie Crush

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken Grilled Cheese
This is a taste of Taiwan. If you love fried chicken, this recipe is for you.
Curious Nut

Smörgåstårta
A sandwich work of art. It's a beautiful cake that really is a tricked out tea sandwich. Genius!
Ms. Critique

How To Build A Better Sandwich
And if you need even more inspiration, here's a delicious and terrific tutorial.
Foodie Crush

Chipotle Pulled Portabello Sandwiches With Feta Cilantro Topping
Yes folks, this is a mushroom sandwich. How unique. The cilantro adds the brightness.
Artful Desperado

Asparagus, Crispy Prosciutto and Brie Grilled Cheese

This is a very flexible recipe, but in my mind, all recipes are. I really never follow one to the "t." The star ingredient is the fresh asparagus. It's beautiful as an open face sandwich, or cut into small squares as appetizers. Your guests will love them!

Heather Christo 

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Panini
Panini Sandwiches are easy and great fun. This recipe uses five simple and fabulous ingredients. See the pine nuts?
The Live In Kitchen

Breville Panini Duo Press
You'll find a million reasons to use this handy machine. Great for college students, too.
Sur La Table 

Raspberry Cream Cheese Paninis 
with Chocolate Ganache Dipping Sauce
 This recipe is silly easy, and kids of all ages will love it!
Sprinkle Bakes



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Destination Wedding Welcome Gifts

{ Via: Inspired By This }

In a perfect world, you would like to meet your guests the minute they arrive at your destination wedding. That's not always possible, so greet them with a welcome gift in their hotel room. Though this nicety is not absolutely necessary, I highly recommend it. After all, your friends and family have travelled and gone to expense to honor you.  In my mind, a thank you is required.  Here's inspiration, big and small, for making your guests feel welcome on your wedding day.

   

HERE: 13 Ways To Gift Your Guests

Map Favor Boxes With Personalized Tag
Play up your global theme with these vintage inspired mini boxes.  Terrific at the table or in the welcome bag.
Beau-Coup

Wedding Door Hangers

A fun addition to any welcome bag! You'll provide the wording and font. These will make your guests smile at the end of the evening.

Designed By Me

Custom Wedding Maps
What a fabulous addition to the welcome bag. Guests want to know where and when to go. These are so creative and well done.
Feathered Heart Prints

Floral Welcome Gift Bags

Even if you are welcoming your guests with a small surprise, presentation is key. Fill these with personalized M & M's, nuts, or cookies. 
Pure Cotton Packing at Etsy 

Wedding Welcome Stamp

A little DIY is good for the soul and quite the money saver. You will find so many uses for this stylish stamp.

Southern Paper & Ink

A Cuba Libre Welcome

Who doesn't love a rum and coke? If you are planning a Caribbean wedding, treat your guests to some local rum or an interesting bottle from Mouth, and rum filled candy. Your guests will be happy all weekend.

Sugarfina

Wedding Wine Labels

A nice bottle of wine is the perfect destination wedding guest gift. It will always be a welcome surprise in any hotel room. Of course one could add nuts, chocolate, etc., but a bottle really does stand on its own, and will be used! These labels are so well done.

Label With Love

Customized Wedding Welcome Boxes

You may know that pineapples are the symbol of hospitality. Make your guests feel right at home with these. They are great for holding splits of wine, mini water bottles, chips, cookies, etc. Keep that color palette going with many different colors available.

Gracious Bridal

Celebrate Welcome Bag

Get the party started with this fun tote and terrific tassel. Each are sold individually, and just the right start for any party weekend. Best yet, "each purchase empowers artisans at Corr Jute in Bangladesh."

The Little Market

Welcome to Chicago - Printable Bag Tag

You can't have too many labels, signs, or monograms. These tags are modern in black and white. Just add tissue and a white or black bag.
HH Paper Co. at Etsy

City Specific Goodies
It's nice to treat your guests to a taste of the city they have travelled to for the wedding.  Paper Source has a lovely collection of boxes in all sizes and colors. Get the scoop on this gift box at
Martha Stewart Weddings

Curated Gift Boxes
If you just want to purchase the best boxes ever, without the fuss, these are your answer. I follow these ladies on Instagram. You can trust that the products they are currently curating are high quality, creative, and beautifully presented in wooden boxes. Not quite ready to ship yet, but hopefully in time for your wedding. Get in touch at
Cosinger.com  @cosingerinabox

Snacks On The Run

Impress your guests with a little something from the best in New York.  These terrific tins are filled with an assortment of candy, chocolates, and nuts. Perfectly packed for your gift bags and boxes! One or two of these in each welcome bag would be a sweet treat.
 Dean and Deluca

Destination Beach Bags

The perfect gift for your tropical wedding is a beach bag. These are fabulous and so much fun with tassels and wooden add ons. Fill them with sunscreen, flip flops, bottled water and more. Made in Mexico but shipped world wide. Cancun chic, don't you think?
La Paso Bien

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