Inspired Artist: Four Crows Art

I love these cheeky little bird prints by Four Crows Art (spotted on etsy's front page).  The pairing of Mid Century iconic pieces with cute little bird silhouettes is unexpected and sweet!  See more right here.

"The Gardener"

THE INSPIRATION:"The Gardener" by Eleanor Hardwick.

When I discovered the photographic talent of Eleanor Hardwick the other day I was transfixed (can you believe she's only 14)!  This image in particular really grabbed me, and it in turn inspired this post.

THE TRANSLATION:
"Being You is the Key" Handmade Journal by Paperiaarre
Rosebud Necklace at Delias
Florence Halter Dress at Heritage 1981
Frye Rose Woven Heels at Zappos

I'd love to see this photo translated into a wedding palette, wouldn't you!

If you have a favorite image that you'd like to have translated into an outfit, email me with the photo (crediting the image source), and list the sort of outfit you'd like (i.e. affordable wedding, day at the beach, etc.) and you just might see your post up here one day soon!  xox Ez

A Peek at the Process

I find that I'm always wondering about what inspires those who inspire me most.  Sometimes a design or a grouping of objects has such a clear focus that you can easily spot it's starting point.  Others are not so lucid... and these are the ones that enchant me the most.

So... today I just thought I'd share with you the process that this post went through in it's formation:

If you're interested in the process and the product links please ...

Step 1. It started with a quote.  I don't know where I discovered it, but several weeks ago I came across these words by George Bernard Shaw, loved them, and saved them for future use.  While on the one hand these words can sound rather pompous (not so good)... I see them more as a motivational tool... inspiring me to keep believing in my dreams.  Sometimes it helps to have a little reminder now and then!

Step 2.  Flickr (a constant source of inspiration).  I discovered these fantastic Artist Designed Tea Towels (and more) via a photo from one of my contacts (I'm so sorry, but I don't remember who)... and followed the link to Third Drawer Down. Fabulous!

Step 3.  From these two towels (featured) I began thinking about natural elements transformed into industrial objects... which lead me to Google the term: Wooden Chain Necklace... and found that and the equally lovely Little Wooden Cottage Necklace from UK shop Hanna Zakari (they ship Worldwide).

Step 4.  Then I started thinking shoes... I couldn't pick just one pair, so I included both the glamorous Guiseppe Zanotti "E86128" Heels and the fabulous hardware-embellished Bronx Shoes "Dieke" Sling-backs, both from Zappos.

5.  After shoes I felt that the finishing touch to this compilation would be something natural and unique (I was thinking of a fantastic vase)... so I popped on over to Jason Home & Garden (where one is always certain to find such beautiful things), and discovered this exquisite Lamb's Ear with Scabiousa Floral Arrangement.  The downy green of the Lamb's Ear is perfectly balanced with the jet-hued Scabiousa!  Wow!

And that's it.  Who knows what "paths" I'll follow for my next post.  Thanks for reading dear lovelies! xox Ez

Tutorial Tuesday: Paper Covered Pencils

These free downloadable pencil covers from Marie Claire Idees Blog are so sweet!  Just in time for Spring (and perfect for tucking into Easter baskets)!
Simply click the images found on their blog and they will automatically download.  Coat a pencil in craft glue, and wrap the paper around it (let it dry completely before use).  Voilà!  (link found via CRAFT Magazine)

Friday Flickr Fix - "You're the Apple of My Eye"

Please view the full-sized originals for each photo by following these links: 1. *030, 2. my favorite pin cushion...Then see more appley (that's a word, right?) goodness here!  Have a fantabulous weekend everyone!