Friday Finds


Happy Friday Friends...and what a week!  I'm extra ready for the weekend and decided to try something new on this Friday's Finds post today...because, frankly, I'm tired today.  This is  snapshot from my "Shop My Favorites" link at the top...I'm constantly pinning my favorite finds as I come across them, so if I'm lacking in the post department...check out that link and follow me on Instagram and Snapchat {schuelove}.

I hope to get to some gift guides next week...so hang in there with me!  :)

Have a great weekend!

xo natasha



Easy Family Italian Dinners with Bertolli


Compensation was provided by Bertolli Frozen Meals. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Bertolli Frozen Meals.

If you're a busy, working mom like me, then you know how important it is to maximize time with family.  I find that the most valuable time of the day is during dinner time, at the table, where we can check in and share about our day.  Sounds nice, right?


But the reality is that most nights, we're running around like maniacs, trying to make dinner, bathe kids, brush teeth, read books...and then, maybe, unwind before our own bedtime.

Sound familiar?  ;)


Which is why, when we were invited to try Bertolli's new line of Italian skillet meals for our family, I jumped at the chance!  This authentic line of new meals features a recipe-like, simple ingredient list with transparent packaging that offers a peek inside the bag.  The reformulated meals reflect the growing desire for convenient meals featuring high-quality ingredients, as well as a cleaner ingredient label. 


And let me tell you, it smelled like an Italian restaurant as we cooked the meal!  I especially loved the marsala wine sauce paired with the green beans, red potatoes and chicken.  Yum!  And each meal only takes about 10 minutes to cook, which is pretty amazing, especially on a busy week night!  Bonus, if you let the kids join in!


This year Bertolli is encouraging you to not just eat…. Mangia!  Bertolli spoke to Italians and Americans and uncovered a few differences in the way they eat.  One key difference is that only 31% of Americans eat family style, compared to Italians who eat family style 70% of time time!  Even more impressive is that Italians eat at the dinner table with family 84% of the time!  #goals


Explore more ways to Mangia here, grab some amazing recipes, and learn more about the Bertolli Mangia experience!

xo natasha

These results are from an online survey conducted by YouGov on behalf of Bertolli of over 2,000 nationally representative individuals in the United States and Italy. The U.S. survey with 1,074 completes was conducted between July 28-29, 2016. The Italy survey of 1,013 individuals was conducted from July 29 – August 4, 2016. The margin of error in each country is +/-3.1%.

Friday Finds


Happy Friday!

I don't know about you, but I'm in shopping mode now that the holiday season is around the corner!  Here are some of my favorite recent finds and buys!

I just got these lace up heels in nude but I am equally as obsessed with the black...especially with that heel!  Also available here!

My friend was wearing this vest the other day and I fell in love with it!  It's definitely on my wishlist!  I can't decide between the classic black or cardamom spice color!


I was in desperate need of new running shoes and decided on these...I love the flyknit material!

And since this post appears to be heavy on workout gear, I'll just add this jacket to the list...I snatched it up and it's the perfect staple for the chilly weather!

And these tights too!  I love the scalloped edge and the reflective detail!

And while these are not workout, per se, I love the subtle cheetah print and thing Spanx has really proven to be great for leggings!  I have these and LOVE them!


Off the fashion subject, I just got Barefoot Contessa's new cookbook in the mail and love it!  I showcased my favorite recipes on Snapchat {follow me at schuelove} and can't wait to try them soon!

Last, I just received these prints from Target and they are are MUCH bigger in person, which really makes the price point that much more impressive.  $80 for prints AND frames?  Yes please!

And just in case you're in a shopping mood like me, be sure to check out these awesome sales!

Shopbop Suprise Sale: Save up to 40% 
Gap Frinds & Family Event: Save 40% online and 50% in store with code FFCARD
Nordstrom Fall Clearance Sale: Save up to 40%

Happy Shopping!!

xo natasha

Halloween 2016


This Halloween was our favorite yet as the boys are old enough to really get into the festivities and enjoy!  We had a fun-filled Halloween weekend including going to a Harvest Party, carving pumpkins with spooky music in the background, making ghost pancakes and trick-or-treating with friends!  Seeing their joy is making me SO excited for the upcoming holiday season...bring on the carols and the red cups!  ;)


I hope you had a wonderful Halloween as well!

xo natasha