Sweet Paul Magazine - Spring 2012

If there is anyone who consistently delivers a beautiful online magazine that makes you wish you could tuck a real life copy of it away on your actual bookshelf to treasure, it is Paul Lowe of Sweet Paul Magazine. I don't know how he does it, but I'm always in awe. Check out the free Sweet Paul Spring 2012 issue to see more of the loveliness for yourself. And here's a big virtual thank you to Paul for all the inspiration he gives us. xo Ez

Handwritten Letters

Have you ever taken on a 365 (or year-long project) before? I've always dreamed of doing one myself, but somehow always end up talking myself out of it before committing (three-hundred-and-sixty-five days is a lonnng time guys). Anyhow, when I spotted this wonderfully creative 395-day Handwritten Letters challenge by artist Mary Kate McDevitt over on Studio Sweet Studio the other day, I fell in love. My heart always skips a beat or two for hand-drawn lettering anyhow, so this project has made me all swoony. Mary Kate has just finished her 61st letter, so there are still plenty more to go. Be sure to pop on over as the months go by to see what she's dreamed up each day. And if you're in the mood for more Mary Kate goodness, wander on over to her portfolio, shop, and blog to see more of her wonderful work. xo Ez

P.S. Surprise...there's more! I just discovered that Mary Kate's gorgeous hand-lettered mini goals journal (published by Chronicle Books) is available for pre-order right now. Aren't you just aching to get a peek inside! It looks like a keeper!

Sweet Paul Magazine - Winter 2011

Paul Lowe has done it again...and maybe eve better than ever before, with his brand new Holiday 2011 issue of Sweet Paul Magazine.

Words really can't do it justice, so please skip on over to see for yourself. It's truly a masterpiece. Congratulations Paul! You are such an inspiration! xo Ez

Creature Comforts in The Holiday Guide by Emily Henderson

A few months ago I was invited to contribute to The Holiday Guide, a new seasonal e-publication by HGTV Design Star winner Emily Henderson. I was given the theme of a peacock feather to go from and had fun creating a few simple diy gift wrapping projects that can be found on pages 18-23. Go hop on over and check out the full publication. You're sure to come away feeling inspired for the holidays! xo Ez

Today I Love: Weekend Handmade

Last week I did a little happy dance when I discovered Kelly Wilkinson's beautiful new book, Weekend Handmade waiting for me in my mailbox. Kelly has been authoring her blog Make Grow Gather for years now, and I can't even begin to say how inspiring it is to see all of her hard work and talent displayed in book form (go Kelly)!

Here's a sampling of some of the more than 40 projects and ideas for inspired crafting that you will find tucked inside:

Isn't it lovely! You'll have to pick up your own copy to see the rest of the goodness inside. I know how I'll be spending my weekend! xo Ez

Photography by Thayer Allyson Gowdy | Styling by Karen Schaupeter