DIY Gold Ring Necklace from Flax & Twine

This DIY Gold Ring Necklace from Flax & Twine is so lovely and simple. Honestly...if you can tie a knot, you can make this necklace! Not only is it easy to accomplish (hooray for doable projects) but it is also perfectly customizable by simply selecting thread colors that reflect whichever color theme you're in the mood for. Love it! Hop on over to Flax & Twine for the full tutorial. xo Ez

Pinterest Picks: Summer Lovin'

What is it about Summertime that makes you feel so wistful for the past...for road trips with the wind whipping through your hair, the sound of a crackling campfire with s'mores melting on your hands, or the scent of the salty sea air as you walk down the beach with waves lapping at your toes? Sigh! My heart skips a beat just thinking about it now!

Over the weekend I started a new inspiration board on Pinterest titled Summer Lovin'...a few of these pins here are from it. If you'd like to see my past pinterest pick collections, you can find those posts here, and you can find all my Pinterest boards right here. xo Ez

1. Poseidon Wedding, photography by Jose Villa - Once Wed (via Kay) | 2. Rachel Comey Midge Suit - Metier (via Megan) | 3. Made North South Leather Shopper - Asos (via Pennyweight) | 4. Audra Sandals - J.Crew (via me) | 5. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort (via Jessica) | 6. Black Poncho Kimono Top - UZI (via threetwentyeight) | 7. Timex® Military Watch - J.Crew (via Katherine) 

My Jewelry Wish List for Summer

I've spent most of the past 10 years wearing very little jewelry, but this season I've suddenly been overcome with the urge to change that. These gorgeous pieces have made it onto my someday-if-I'm-lucky-enough wish list, and I thought it was about time to let them see the light of day (even if they never make it into my actual wardrobe). xo Ez

Quartz Prism Necklace - Leif | Herkimer Diamond Ring - Lumafina | Brass Datum Earrings by Erin Considine - Spartan | Textured Rings - Satomi Kawakita | Afghani Engraved Bangle Bracelet - Glam House (via Renee) | Sundial Earrings - Odette NY

Inspired By: Lucille Michieli

I follow Lucille Michieli on Pinterest, and that is exactly how I discovered what a talent she is. She creates the most charming illustrations (I actually featured one here on CC last year), and she has also shared a few ever-so inspiring DIY tutorials and other beautiful handmade projects (such as this charming DIY Leather Peter Pan Style Collar) on her blog.

I got in touch with Lucille recently to find out whether the pieces in her shop are available Internationally or not, and she said "yes." Hooray! I've been eyeing one of her screenprinted books for a while now, and am hoping that maybe I can convince her to list more of her lovely illustrations for sale too. Pretty please Lucille!

One Good Thing: Geometric Print Bags

Over the past few years I've had the good fortune to own (and also gift to friends) a couple Madebyhank bags. The craftsmanship in each piece that Katie hand-makes is wonderful! I might have even swooned a little when I saw her latest Graphic Print Pouch Bags pop up on Instagram recently. Can you believe they start at only $20! Awesomeness! Skip on over to the Madebyhank shop to see even more of Katie's handcrafted bags. xo Ez