Etsy Finds + Faves: 04. 30. 10

Hello lovelies and happy Friday to you.  It's been a while since I put together a Friday Etsy Finds + Faves post so I decided to round one up today focusing on coral and pink picks.  Do you have plans for the weekend?  I think we'll be visiting the Tulsa Rose Garden near our home (hopefully everything is in bloom) and spending some time with my family.  I hope however you spend it, your weekend will be fabulous.  See you here next week.  xo Ez

• Peony Pink Photo Print - Hilary Upton
• Dandelion Screenprint - Sollinero (I own this print and it is exquisite in person)
• Quail Screenprint - Elizabeth Graeber
• Handprinted Sunglass Case with Peony - Strand
• Comfort Garden Floral Arrangement - Flores del Sol
• Fabric Butterfly Brooch - Abigail Brown (I have one of these lovely butterflies in Turquoise and it is ridiculously beautiful in real life)

Inspiration Daily: 04. 30. 10

Image credits: 1. Peek | 01.10.10, 2. the people in the subway

DIY Giant Paper Poppies

This fanciful DIY project for giant paper poppies from Martha Stewart has Mother's Day (or any celebration really) written all over it.  Imagine a table or room festooned with garlands of these beauties.  Of course I love them in bright dollops of color, but for a more sophisticated look I might try this project with papers in soft neutral hues (maybe mint, peaches, creams and mocha).  One giant bloom would also make a gorgeous gift topper, don't you think?!  For smaller flowers simply decrease the print size of the template provided on the Martha Stewart website.  Enjoy!  xox Ez

A Note of Gratitude

Hello there lovelies.  Through Creature Comforts and Carrying On I am continually moved by our blogging community and the generosity and kindness of you (my readers).  I haven't had the pleasure of meeting many of you in person, but I feel as though we are friends.  I am so grateful for the thoughtful ways that you touch my life...leaving comments of encouragement and support, surprise e-cards, and even lovely notes of kindness in the mail (like the beautiful inspiration print that now hangs above my desk - thank you Delia)!  Seriously...I'm certain that you all are the sweetest in the world!  So thank you for brightening my day with your visit and comments.  I am forever grateful for each one of you!  xo Ez

One Good Thing: Reusable Party Straws

I'm not really sure if you can call anything plastic "eco-friendly," but I do love these Party Straws from Crate & Barrel and think their reusability makes them a more eco-conscious option than regular throw-out straws.  Pop one in your drink or use them at your next party for an instant pop of colorful chic.  Available in Pink and Orange or Blue and Green.  xo Ez