Easy Breakfast Smoothies

Blueberry Smoothie

Two Servings

• 1 pint fresh blueberries or 2 cups (10 oz.) frozen blueberries — slightly thawed
• 1 cup pineapple or orange juice
• 1 container (8 oz.) lowfat vanilla yogurt
• 2 teaspoon sugar

Combine all ingredients in your blender and blend until smooth.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

Calories 175
Total Fat 2 grams
Saturated Fat 1 grams
Cholesterol 8 milligrams
Sodium 80 milligrams
Total Carbohydrate 35 grams
Dietary Fiber 0 grams
Sugars 32 grams
Protein 6 grams

Who Else Has That Healthy Salad Craving?

Mediterranean Broccoli Salad

Makes 8 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 heads fresh broccoli, chopped
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 3 (6 ounce) cans jumbo black olives, sliced
• 2 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, sliced
• 3 large tomatoes, chopped
• 3 bunches green onions, chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

DIRECTIONS:

Combine the broccoli, red onion, olives, artichoke hearts, tomatoes and green onions in a bowl.
Add the dressing, toss, cover and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving.

Calories: 352
Total Fat: 28.1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 982mg
Total Carbs: 26.1g
Dietary Fiber: 8.6g
Protein: 6.4g

Learning About Cash Back Credit Cards: Good or Bad Idea?

Getting a credit card that offers cash back always sounds like a good idea.  What could be better than getting cash back on all the purchases that you make with your credit card?  It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it?

Well, there are cards that give you free cash, but it is usually only around 1% cash back.  However, free money is free money, right?  Well, sometimes.

If you like to buy a lot of things in one month, this kind of credit card probably sounds great to you.  However, you need to keep in mind that they are not going to give you cash back on every purchase that you make.  Even if they claim to give you cash back on every purchase, they will only give you up to a certain amount per transaction.  The company also has a strict limit on the amount that they will give back to their customers.  If you read the little, bitty print on the form that you signed, you will see a paragraph with their limits in the terms and agreements.

Research different credit card companies to see what they are offering.  You may be surprised to find a cash back credit card that offers you just what you need and want with a high cash back percentage, few limits on the amount they will give you back, and instant cash deposits when you make each purchase with their card.

What should your decision be?  If you have a good credit rating, then this card is a great option for you.  Research different card companies – there are cards out there that offer you up to 3% cash back and impose very few limits.  If, however, you have a bad credit rating, you may want to find a credit card that will help you rebuild your credit.

Strappy’s

About Us

How many times have you battled to keep unsightly bra straps out of sight? Strappys Decorative Bra Straps are so fun and flirty you’ll actually want to show off your straps. No more shoving, pinning or folding.
Our interchangeable bra straps are fashionable, comfortable and affordable – no matter what your fashion style is. This flexible fashion accessory allows you to make your outfit elegant, flirty or casual. You can even add some bling to your bra.

We offer jewelry straps, beaded straps and fabric straps and constantly keep our inventory fresh with new styles and selections.

All of Strappys interchangeable straps can easily be attached to a strapless or convertible bra.

Our History

Strappy’s Decorative Bra Straps was born out of necessity. Living in Southern California, founder Allison Mercer loved to wear tank and spaghetti-strap tops but found strapless bras didn’t provide the support she needed. “I am not one to just run around with ugly bra straps showing, so I had to decorate them. That was fun!” she said.

Then Allison discovered there were a variety of decorative bra straps on the market – along with other little-known fashion secrets to help women look and feel confident, pretty and sexy.

Now Strappy’s offers a full lineup of worry-free bra straps that are comfortable, pretty and affordable enough for the average woman – along with a variety of other products that make a big difference in women’s comfort and style.

Our Mission

Strappys is a company dedicated to offering fashion solutions that make women look and feel sexy – without giving up comfort.

Visit Strappy’s today!

Strappys were the original fashion solution

I guess this Fashion meets Function blog came together because I like things to be functional. I’m not a real frilly over the top kind of gal. But as a gal we have a hard time not falling for pretty or sexy or cool fashions and accessories. I always try to remember the mantra of needs vs. wants and be reasonable. Of course, when the item I’m desiring has a specific purpose, it sure helps me to justify that the need is strong and it outweighs the mere want.

Button Up with Bosom Button

I found the Bosom Button when I was featured alongside them in Smart Woman Magazine’s Gift Guide. The Bosom Button is a functional accessory to minimize bosom exposure. OK, so those of you with cleavage know that it can sure be nice to have cleavage to expose. Some of us actually work at this – but, another topic for another day! Well, it isn’t always classy or practical to let it all hang out. The Bosom Button is a simple pin made of Swarovski crystals or decorative stones. It’s very simply a pretty pin that you don’t have to hide. You just put it through your clothing where you need the “help”. It works great for low cut tops, but also for wrap dresses, scarves and even missing buttons. Bosom Buttons can be ordered individually or as a three piece set.

Some Stars have a BOOTY that will make your eyes POP

Why does it seem that every gal I know has a cute round butt? They all complain that it’s a pain to have this cute little butt. I always call them on it and say, “No way, you’ve skated through life for 35 years with people commenting on how cute your butt is. Do NOT tell me you are dissatisfied. I’m not buying it.”Well, this is something I am buying, BOOTY POP Panties. Will my booty look as good as some of the stars who are now wearing this? I don’t know but I’m going to find out.

Stay hip and classy with this little t-shirt

So I found another cool item I must talk about. It’s the hip-T. It covers your assets and cleans up the rear view for everyone’s viewing pleasure. When you bend over in those low rise jeans you don’t want that thong (or God forbid, gasp, those granny panties) playing peek-a boo. The hip-T is basically a half tank with lace trim that covers where you need it.

It’s great to lengthen those old really pretty camisole tanks that you can’t wear anymore because your tummy is hanging out.  Really, you’d be surprised at how many of your tops you can now wear comfortably by just slipping on a hip-t.

SHOES with interchangeable tops!!!

WOW! bras with interchangeable straps can really up the fashion statement, but shoes really are the thing that most women can’t resist.  So check this out. Onesole offers you the choice of about 7 different soles and I can’t even count how many tops they have.  They range from clog tops to monograms and collegiate emblems.  There are even US Post Office stamp inspired tops.  Of course I love the tops called strappies, of which there are 26 options to choose from.  The idea with onesole is that you change out the top of your shoe in a snap.  Can you imagine what it would be like to travel with ONE pair of shoes and a bunch of tops you just snap on to match each outfit?  Kind of like the idea of one bra and numerous straps. My travel bag is getting smaller!

Stop frustrating Heel Wedgies!

OK, I haven’t worn long pants in months. But I have to say I’m looking forward to donning some of my favorite jeans. I bought the cutest clogs last year and found it so frustrating that the hem of my jeans would get bunched up in the back of my shoe. This also happened whenever I put on shoes with pants. Living in San Diego, I wore two types of shoes – basic flip flops and open toe shoes with heels that did not have a back. I could occasionally wear boots, but shock, did that without socks! Well here is the fashion fixer that was a top finalist in Oprah’s search for the Next Big Idea, taa daa, Kix by Katie. I just ordered 3 packs. They come in 3 colors. Kix by Katie work by simply applying the lightweight, supportive strip to the inside back hemline of your pants. Acting like a “collar stay” for men’s shirts, Kix by Katie adds a little extra weight and rigidity to the pant leg to keep it hanging nicely. Love these little fixes…one less frustration in the day so you can focus on what you need to.