Inspiration Daily: 06. 16. 10

Don't Hold Back by Nan Lawson

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Chic for Cheap: One Shirtdress Two Ways

Hello lovely ones!  This week's Chic for Cheap challenge was requested by reader Jessica who currently owns the Wanderlust Sumatra Shirtdress in Robin's Egg from Madewell, but is struggling to know how to accessorize it for multiple uses.  I loved this challenge as I think it's the sort of dilemma we've all run into when staring into the abyss of our closets. 

I decided that it would be fun to enlist the help of my twitter friends this time around and asked: "What is one must-have accessory when wearing a shirtdress?"  The answers twittered back were great and are listed here from most noted to least:

• Belt
• Wide Belt
• Skinny Belt
• Tights / Leggings
• Necklace or Bracelet
• Boots
• Cropped Jacket
• Oversized Sunglasses
• Scarf
• Headband
• Handbag

Contributing twitterers were: andreajoyce, SweetBeaker, DesignBunnie, CatherineStern, MimiandLu, withonlytwo, cutedisaster, CaldwellSteph, JenipherLyn, hueyeats, aurorasalesrept, shortsweetblog, stylemakertv, waterstonej, JuneShinDesigns, filmoreclark, nictatt, clever_betty, profsandwich, hisforhome, color_me_crafty, ThatVintage, InviteArtist, HeidiBraids, InklingPaper, CraftyFanny, ShirleyItsMe, PaperCakes and CovetChicago.  Thanks guys!

I hope this will give you some fun ideas to go off of Jessica!  xo Ez

Look One:

• Medium Oblong Hoop Earrings - Banana Republic
• Timex Expanding Dress Watch - Target
• Woven Cord Belt - Forever 21
• Vilma Peep-toe Heels - Target
• OPI Nail Polish in 'Sand in My Suit' - Drugstore.com

Look Two:

• Disc Crystal Necklace - American Eagle
• Adi Designs Oversized Sunglasses - Target
• Woven Cord Belt - Forever 21
• Strappy Ring Flat Sandals - Target
• OPI Nail Polish in 'Monsooner or Later' - Drugstore.com

DIY: Rosette Cluster Felt Pillow

Over on The Storque (etsy's blog) I recently discovered this fabulous DIY Rosette Cluster Felt Pillow tutorial and have been aching to try my hand at making one.  Following the step-by-step directions you will be able to create a handmade pillow that rivals similar high-end cushions found in designer shops.  The tutorial comes from the beautiful book Felt Furnishings by Anne Quinn (available on Amazon).  Hop on over to The Storque to read the full tutorial post.  Enjoy!  xo Ez

Image by Chris Everard.

Inspiration Daily: 06. 15. 10

Beautiful inspiration from fashion label Noa Noa.

Today I Love: Neutrals

Hello lovelies!  Did you have a nice weekend?  Today it is pouring rain outside and Regina Spektor and A Fine Frenzy are crooning out their sweet tunes here in my studio.  It's no wonder that I've found myself in the mood for the comfort of pretty little things in soft neutral tones.  I think a cup of steaming hot chocolate may be in order next.  I hope you will have a gorgeous day however you spend it.  xo Ez

• Milk Bottle Photo by Jennifer Young (i art u blog)
• Insect Tea Towel Set - Wannekes
• Wall Stree Beauty Art Print - Bubbo
• Paper + Craft Book (available for pre-order) - Chronicle Books
• Roost Clear Glass Lamps - Velocity
• Bensimon® High-top Sneakers - Madewell