Pinterest Picks: 05. 24. 11

Hi guys! I hope your Monday has been going beautifully so far. Today I seem to be having a thing for neutrals with a pop of yellow. Maybe that's because I am missing the sun so much this dreary rainy May. I thought the April showers were supposed to bring May flowers (pouty face)!

Also, I wanted to let you know that I'm just wrapping up my Stationery Show post and will have it all ready to go for you tomorrow. There will be loads of links and picks to look at, so I hope you'll have your mouse finger primed and ready to click away.

If you would like to see my previous Pinterest Picks, you can find them here. See you tomorrow! xo Ez

1. The Beekeeper's Bible seen on Design*Sponge | via Anna
2. Gift Wrap Inspiration seen on Hege Greenall-Scholtz | via Erin
3. Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting by Honey & Jam | via Hannah
4. Streetstyle: Malene Knudsen on Stockholm StreetStyle | via Caitlin

Faceted Workplace Magnets

I'm completely mesmerized by these lovely Faceted Workplace Magnet Sets and their subtle gradations of color. What I wouldn't give to have a set in every color on my magnetic inspiration board. Find more handmade goodies in the A Second Life shop.

Inspiration Daily: 05. 23. 11

We Go Together by Purple Sakura on flickr (via Nicole on pinterest)

Etsy Finds + Faves: 05. 20. 11

Hi guys! How was your week? I don't know about you, but I'm so ready for the weekend. Over the next couple days I am looking forward to testing out some new DIY projects and downloads, relaxing, and hopefully spending tomorrow afternoon at the Tulsa Rose Garden (on our one day of sun we will be having in the next 5 days—rain rain go away). However you spend it, I hope your weekend will be sweet. See you here next week. xo Ez

• Sanguine Rock Collection - Cori Kindred
• Too Green to be Aquamarine Ring - Garnet Girl Designs
• Secret Deer 8x11 Limited Edition Print - Alice Potter
• Jotter - Dragon Scales - Wit & Whistle
• Atlas Paper Pinwheels from Vintage Maps - Elizabeth St.

Fizzy Izzy

You might remember my post from almost a year ago when I first discovered Izze (sparkling juice). I loved it then...and I love it still (the Sparkling Blackberry flavor being my favorite). The team at Izze recently caught wind of my love-affair and asked if I'd like to try out their newest flavor: Izze-esque Sparkling Watermelon. I really couldn't say no to that, so they shipped me a sample.

The bottle of deliciousness was just begging to be opened immediately, but I decided to torture myself before tasting it with a little photo shoot (you know how I secretly love that stuff). By the way, in case you are wondering...the paper straws totally float in soda (not good). I had to rig them with some carefully bent pieces of wire inside to get them to stay down in the glass (I think you can see it a little bit in the last shot). I would love to know how real photo stylists make it look so easy!

When I finally cracked the bottle open I was pleasantly surprised. I already find Izze to be light and not too sweet, but their Esque line is even lighter. I think I might just have to convert to the "esque" flavors as they boast fewer calories (I love that they don't add artificial sweetener to achieve this), and that jives well with my current health and fitness plan (and from what I can tell, they taste just as yummy).

Psst...full disclosure: Izze did send me a free sample, but they didn't pay or pull my hair to get me to say anything nice about it. I just love what they make and wanted to share my excitement of their latest product with you all today. Have you tried Izze and Izze-Esque? If so, which is your favorite? xo Ez

P.S. The paper straws are from Shop Sweet Lulu (available in a bunch of colors).