Z. Daisy Blog

I'm on the hunt for a new spring bag and need help!  I love all of these, but they're a little spendy.  Anyone have any great bags out there to recommend?  I'm currently leaning towards the yellow and red tote.  Super cute for the money - definitely big enough for all my kids stuff, has pretty good pockets, and can be worn over the shoulder.  Not to mention it has spring and summer cheer written all over it!  

Happy Birthday Leeya!

Yesterday my daughter turned 7 and here is some of her birthday loot!  I absolutely adore the summer dress she got and those sunglasses are way too cute on!  She loves to read so new books were a must - ones that are pink and princess-like usually score big points with her.  Last but not least, she got tickets to Mary Poppins Broadway performance in Chicago.  Happy Birthday Leeya!

See It: Mary Poppins in Chicago

Any Broadway fans out there?  If you're in Chicago, you've gotta make it to the production of Mary Poppins - it is AMAZING!  Of course, it's very family friendly and sure to be a crowd pleaser with the kids.  It'll be in Chicago until mid-June so go get your tickets now!

Happy Easter!

Picture It: Chicago's Buckingham Fountain

I've ben fantasizing about it actually being spring around here lately.  So much that I've resorted to sorting through old pictures of last spring!  I know, sad.  On a beautiful Sunday afternoon last April we visited Buckingham Fountain in Chicago and oh how I long for another day like that this spring!  The sky was blue, the sun was warm and the breeze off Lake Michigan was oh so gentle.  Thankfully, all the snow from last weekend has melted and I'm hopeful that a day like that will be re-visiting us again soon. 

Bake It: Easter Treats

Anyone else responsible for desserts on Sunday?  For a brief moment I was thinking about being creative and trying something festive and fun.  I loved both of these from Martha Stewart.

How cool is this nest cake?!!  I really LOVE the way it looks (especially the blue eggs), but it seems a bit too complicated for my baking skills.  Hey, but if you're feeling bold go check it out here.

Now these I might be able to pull off!  I just love the little ribbon accent, what a great idea.  Leave it to Martha!  You can find out more about making these here.  Honestly though, I'll probably just end up making brownies from a box, but it's fun to dream about rockin' the kitchen with some sweet treats, right?  We're all allowed to dream and I've definitely been inspired.

Color It: Yellow and Grey

Do you ever have a color obsession going on?  Lately mine has been the yellow and grey combo.  I think it's because it reminds me of my childhood back in the 80s.  I have memories of some "sweet" yellow and grey outfits that I used to love wearing to school.  They say styles tend to repeat, so I'm really hoping the trend catches on!  I'm thinking after you see these links below you're going to be a little obsessed with yellow and grey too!

NeaWear

PaperWren

Gap

I definitely will not be needing this, but isn't it cute!

Stokke

Thanks for indulging me in my latest color obsession!  Enjoy!

Picture It: Chinatown Chicago

Totally Worth It: ONE MILLION CAN

On our own, we each can make a difference in the world.

But collectively we are a force for good that exponentially surpasses what we can do alone.

Moving together, small sacrifices from each of us can make a huge difference in the lives of people around the globe.  

This is what One Million Can is all about.  They believe one million can do something now when united to love the world by providing clean water, sustainable villages, hope, homes and a future for people all around the world.  To learn more or give to their cause, visit the One Million Can website.

Love It: Caroline Gardner

 

I have always been such a sucker for cute office supplies.  This Birthday Card set by Caroline Gardner is just divine!  She is based in the UK, but ships internationally.  If you're an office supply junkie like me, there is so much to love on her site!