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 contact (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

Comments

[Stockton]

What a great idea for a post. (And I love that arrangement with the lamb's ear, you've given me total inspiration for my garden!)

[jen]

I love that lamb's ear arrangement, stunning.

[sara]

Ez, today I woke up and wanted to have my own mantra to repeat to myself while I am seekign my goals... I lov ethat you have posted one of yours. Thank yoU!

[Marichelle]

perfect post Ez! Love seeing your thought process... sounds like a great project - finding the process behind all of the great product montages out there!

[Summer]

This post is wonderful! I love hearing about your creative process.

[S.HOPtalk]

Ez:

What a lovely grouping! Thank you for the behind the scenes look at your creative process...what a treat to be given a glimpse of how your wonderfully creative mind works–truly inspiring.

xo
Suzanne

[Kelly]

LOVE that quote. we should all believe in it!

[Melissa de la Fuente]

So wonderful Ez! I love hearing about your process and amazed at how you come up with your beautiful posts. Thank you for always bringing us such beauty. Those teatowels are absolutely beautiful, I want the " crumbs in beard" one and want to frame it! :)
xo
Melissa

[Abbey Goes Design Scouting]

I LOVE the lambs ear arrangement -- one of my favorite plants! (And everything else is lovely too)

[Sarah]

Ez, you make it seem so easy! I'm in love with the Black shoes!