Takeout Tuesday - Haribo Goldbears

 

I know the "gold/yellow" Haribo gummies can be a polarizing flavor, but since I love them this was a fun surprise to see at Target recently! I find that if I ever get little snack bags of gummy bears I save this color to eat at the end after the flavors I don't like as much.  So seeing a bag of just these was a nice little surprise!  I happened to come across these with the Easter candy but I am hoping that they will be available outside of the seasonal items.  If you also love the pineapple gummies be sure to keep an eye out for these!  

Takeout Tuesday - Target's Favorite Day Pumpkin Cheesecake Ice Cream

Yum, this might be one of my favorite pumpkin ice creams I've tried to date!  I heard about some new Favorite Day brand items at Target a while ago, and this pumpkin cheesecake ice cream definitely caught my eye.  Besides the creamy pumpkin base, I really enjoyed how there was so much of the graham cracker pieces throughout - so delicious!  Unfortunately this flavor has been a little hard to track again once I knew I liked it, but I'm hoping that it'll come back in stock by me soon.  

Starbucks - Matte Pink Studded Tumbler

I probably say this every time, but I swear I was not planning on buying anything from the spring Starbucks cup collection... and then I came across this pink studded tumbler! Technically it's supposed to be out in stores later this month but I had seen it online recently so I knew what it was going to look like. However, in person it's a super cute matte pink color and I liked it a lot more than when I had seen photos of it.  It's also very tall, so it's perfect for my goal of drinking more water during the day, haha.  Be sure to keep an eye out at Starbucks and licensed Starbucks locations (Target which is where I found it, grocery stores, etc.) if you're interested in snagging one - you might get lucky like me and see it early!

Starbucks Target - New Collection

I came across these new mugs and tumblers at a Target Starbucks recently, and they are all so cute!  I especially love the ones for the Year of the Rat - Starbucks usually has cute designs like this for non-US stores, so it was a fun surprise to see these.  

And of course I had to get the Valentine's Day version of the glass handle mug, with tiny little heart "sprinkles" inside the handle - too cute! Be sure to check out both standalone Starbucks and in-store Starbucks locations as they have different designs available!   

Ben and Jerry's Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Core Ice Cream

I meant to write about this Ben & Jerry's Core flavor earlier, but didn't think much of it until I recently saw this on clearance at Target.  Since it was one of the few flavors on clearance, I wonder if it's going to be phased out?  

This pint consists of chocolate and cheesecake ice creams with chocolate cookies and a cheesecake core.  It's a great combination of rich chocolate flavor with the creamy cheesecake to balance things out.  I honestly didn't get too much of the standard "cookies and cream" aka Oreo flavor because this actually had a lot of cheesecake flavor, not the usual cookie pieces in vanilla ice cream.  Which isn't to say it's not good because it's still delicious, haha.  If this flavor does stick around, be sure to keep an eye out for it if you're interested in trying it out!

Starbucks Rose Gold Tumbler

It probably doesn't seem that way, but I try to not buy too many Starbucks mugs and tumblers.  However, sometimes I just can't resist and have to get one, especially if it's one I think will sell out quickly.  I saw this new rose gold 24 oz. cold tumbler and love the iridescent color and textured design!  The outside of the lid and tumbler is actually bumpy, which adds to the pretty reflection and color when it hits the light.  Also, maybe it'll help some people from letting the tumbler slip out of their hands, haha. 

I don't know if this will fit in my car's cup holder, but it'll be the perfect water cup at the office or out on the weekend.  It's very tall so it should last you a while in between refills, haha.  If you also like fun pretty designs like this, be sure to pick one up at Starbucks or Target Starbucks stores.  I initially saw this at my nearby Starbucks, but they had sold out a few days later.  I went to Target instead and saw two of these on the shelf, which I was very happy about! 

Kristin Ess at Target - Wide Tooth Detangling Hair Comb

I'm a big fan of the Kristin Ess line at Target - especially the new scalp care products! - so I was very excited to see that she also recently came out with some hair styling products.  There's a few different varieties of pins and brushes in the collection, but I definitely had my eye on the detangling comb.  The comb and the packaging first of all are so pretty, which definitely made this an easy purchase, haha.  The comb itself is very lightweight, and the wide teeth work well on my long hair without any hard tugging.  I'm very excited to see what else she comes out with in her growing collections!

Peanut M&Ms Chocolate Bar

I recently came across these new M&Ms chocolate bars, and I honestly wondered how these had not been old before because they're so good and such a simple idea, haha.  There's a handful of varieties as far as I've seen so far, and I got this Peanut one because I tend to like candy bars with peanuts in them.

This chocolate bar was really delicious! There's a bunch of mini M&Ms and peanuts scattered throughout the chocolate bar, which adds a ton of texture and flavor.  It's also very easy to share, but I understand if you want to keep it all for yourself, haha.  I definitely want to try the other chocolate bar flavors now, and I hope these stick around for a while! 

Target - Smartly Citrus Grove Products

Ah, the power of social media, haha.  I started to see a few Instagram stories on TargetDoesItAgain's page about Target's Smartly Citrus Grove products being VERY similar to the Capri Blue Volcano products sold at Anthropologie.  It's a very popular scent (if you've been inside an Anthropologie store you'll likely know it, haha), so I was very curious to check out the Smartly products!

On my first trip it was a little difficult to find the Smartly products, but I did come across the dish soap in the Citrus Grove scent later on.  It really does smell a lot like the Volcano candles!  I've since also purchased the larger cleaner spray as well, so I am very happy to have found these.  If you're also a fan of "the Anthropologie scent", be sure to check these out at your local Target.

Brittany Viklund - Fall Bucket List

It's no secret that I love fall, and basically all the fun stuff in stores that come out for the season, haha.  I also love finding other ways to celebrate everything good about the fall, so I was very happy to see Brittany Viklund brought back her cute bucket list a few weeks ago!

Downloading the bucket list is free, and it's a fun way to make sure you're celebrating the season in big and little ways, which I love.  It's a nice reminder to do all the fun things before we get into the cold winter season!

Target - $1 Mini Pumpkins

Happy first full week of Fall!  I saw these pumpkins a few days ago in the Target dollar section and they are so tiny and cute!  I love that they come in colors other than the regular orange pumpkins too, they'll go with just about any existing home decor. 

 

I bought one and later received a few more as a gift from friends, which turned out to be really good timing - the Target where I took the photos above didn't have any left just a day later!  Since it's still September I would think they will be restocked, but if anyone is interested definitely check back often.

I love switching over to Fall decorations around my home, and these mini pumpkins are a great addition to my existing pumpkin items!

Target - Pyrex Containers

I'm a big fan of Pyrex glass containers for food storage and bringing my lunch to work, and these "leftovers" themed containers that I saw recently at Target are too cute!  

The glass containers are especially good for sauce-based foods, because the glass ensures stains and smells don't remain in the containers.  I always freeze extra pasta sauce in these because I know they will always clean up really easily afterwards.  Since these containers also went on sale recently, I wound up getting the rectangular "I (heart) leftovers" one, which I'm sure will be put to use often for my lunches! 

Kristin Ess at Target

Has anyone else tried the Kristin Ess haircare line at Target?  I picked up this travel set when it was on sale after Christmas, and I keep meaning to try out the rest of the products sometime soon.  The Signature shampoo and conditioner that I tried out was lightweight and didn't feel like it was weighing my hair down.  The rose gold temporary tint spray sounds awesome and looks really fun on social media posts I've seen, but unfortunately I wouldn't get anything out of that with my dark hair. 

On a more superficial note, I love the packaging of her products, especially the soft matte feel of the bottles and tubes.  That might sound totally random, but seriously - go check them out on your next Target trip.  I always love trying out new hair products, and the "Spend $20, get a $5 Target gift card" deal on beauty products this week might be just the incentive I need. :o)

Target - Summer Items

Like many Target fans, I love checking out the seasonal section whenever the new setup is completed - there's always so much new and fun things to look at!  On a recent visit, I saw that there were a lot of summer pool/BBQ related items in tons of cute designs.  Whether you "need" new summer items or not, I suggest checking out this section on your next trip to Target, haha! 

 

BBQ themed food containers - I believe these were a set of 3 nesting bowls, each with a different BBQ design.

 

Lots of cute beach towels, like this pink ice cream cone design - perfect for the beach or pool!

Spring Limited Edition Oreo Flavors

I noticed this setup in Target a few weeks ago, and I'm not quite sure what to make of these flavors, haha.  We all know that I'm a huge fan of limited edition items, but I'm having trouble getting behind any of these My Oreo Creation contest flavors.  From left to right we have Pina Colada, Cherry Cola, and Kettle Corn. It probably doesn't help that these three flavors happen to be things I don't really like much to begin with.  The only one I'd consider maybe trying is Kettle Corn?, possibly.  For the future flavors, I'd love to see Oreo go back to the bakery/sweets-themed because I feel like those usually fare the best in the Oreo format. 

That being said, if you do like any of these three flavors or are curious enough to try them, be sure to enter the My Oreo Creation contest to vote on your favorite here!

Hunter for Target Collection

I am always excited to see a Target collaboration announcement, and this one with Hunter was definitely one that I kept my eye on!  I've had my grey Hunter boots for a while now, and they're a great staple to have around on rainy days.  Luckily for me, Target did a special RedCard member sale of a few items from the Hunter for Target collection the weekend before the rest of the collection came out, and I was able to get this navy duffel bag!

 

It's a pretty big duffel that holds its shape well, and the material is thick and feels very durable.  I love the big rubber Hunter logo on the front, and the bright yellow interior is very fun!  I think this will be great for quick/weekend trips in the future, as there's a lot of room inside to pack everything I need. 

After purchasing this bag, I also got a pair of short cushion-lined rain boots and a navy backpack as well - I just couldn't resist haha.

 The items sold out very quickly online, but the last time I went to a Target I did see a lot of the clothes and other outdoor items still available, so keep an eye out if there's something you are interested in! 

Lunchtime Links for April 6th, 2018

• The Kitchn: Vietnamese-style chicken and noodle salad.
• Crazy for Crust: Banana bread muffins. 
• Brown Eyed Baker: Chocolate crinkle sprinkle cookies.
• Apartment Therapy: The best toasters. 
• All Things Target: RED card early access for the Target Hunter collection.

Lunchtime Links for March 23rd, 2018

• Style Sweet CA: Vanilla cheesecake.
• Brown Eyed Baker: Hashbrown casserole.
• All Things Target: Unicorn Magic ice cream. 
• I Heart Naptime: Bolognese sauce.
• Creme de la Crumb: Baked cinnamon French Toast muffins.

Target Holiday "Oh Snap!" Sweater

 

I will never, ever tire of seeing the "Oh Snap!" gingerbread joke on things during the holidays, hahaha.  I love how the gingerbread man with the sunglasses is too cool to care that their friend is literally breaking apart, haha.  

This sweater is currently sold at Target - unfortunately, this design is only in the kids' section .  But if you have any kids that would appreciate this or you're small enough to fit into kids' sizes, be sure to pick this up at your local Target or online! 

Hearth & Hand with Magnolia at Target

I admittedly don't know much at all about the Magnolia brand, or the tv show (that's now ending) with Chip and Joanna Gaines - except I've heard they use shiplap on everything, haha.  However, I was curious enough about a new collaboration with Target to go check it out while I was running errands last weekend.  

The collection is called Hearth & Hand with Magnolia and if I had to describe it in a few words, the collection is very: Lite Rustic, Neutral, Wood, Cabin-y, haha.  So, not entirely my style, but there were a few pieces that I thought were cute:

- Dollhouse: Ok so clearly not anything near practical but I thought this was super cute and seemed all nostalgic being made out of wood and everything.

- Bud Vase: This little house works great as just decoration, but is listed as a bud vase which is very cute as well. 

- Cocoa Pot: Anything with hot cocoa is good in my book, haha.  I liked the warm wood accents and how it comes with a matching base.  

In the end, I did actually wind up buying the Acacia Wood Round Footed Tray (Medium) shown in the photo above.  I liked the sturdy feet first, weirdly enough - I've been looking for some decorative trays but a lot of them had wobbly wire feet, metal ball bottoms that could scratch surfaces, or no feet at all.  This one is perfect for decorating my new place, and also works as a serving tray for food whenever I have people over.  

So even if you're not a huge Chip and Joanna fan, it might be worth checking out their collection next time you're in Target to find a little something new for your home!