Early Stocking Stuffers
Ever heard of the Eximious of London catalog? Neither had I until it arrived a couple days ago, offering up all sorts of pseudo-clubby goodness (monogrammed leather poker cases and such). I'm especially taken with these geometric wooden puzzles..
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6. November 2008
Harmonie Intérieure
I’m always happy to hear from Fabien & Frédérique of Harmonie Intérieure , a French company that I’ve written about before who specialize in wall decals. I know, I know… wall decals. Ugh.
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6. November 2008
The Watercube Wins Australia’s Highest Architecture Award
The Chinese National Aquatic Center, better known as the Watercube , recently won the most prestigious architecture award from the Australian Institute of Architecture ! Although not officially a cube, the incredible aquatics facility is the 2008 winner of the Jorn Utzon Award for International Architecture . The design and construction of the memorable facility was a collaboration between Australian firm PTW Architects , Chinese practices CSCEC and CCDI, and international firm Arup
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Penguin Classics
i’ve been spending the last few weeks deep in the new york public library working on our new joint video series (which launches next week!) so i’ve definitely got books on the brain. so i was excited to hear from coralie bickford-smith of penguin classics about these new pattern-inspired book covers
Continue reading...4. November 2008
Sponsor Spotlight: Annie and Olive
Visit Annie and Olive for the cutest fabric accessories, pendants, pins, home decor & more!
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Vintage wallpaper stationery from linda + harriett
i’m always so thrilled to see designers incorporating vintage elements into their work. this beautiful new stationery from liz at linda + harriett uses vintage wallpaper as the envelope liners and is cut and placed by hand. i love the idea that whoever opens them gets such a beautiful surprise on the inside. you can pick up a set of 50 cards right here (with your hand-lettered name at the top). thanks, liz!
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Introducing: TamTam Design
I just received an email announcing the opening of a sweet new paper goods shop and thought it would be nice to share it with you all. TamTam Design offers cards and such in wonderful vibrant colors and sweet motifs such as cupcakes and elephants. You are sure to find something extra special and uber cute to pass onto the Kawaii lover in your life. Check it out .
Continue reading...23. October 2008
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So Succulent
Just found these wonderful creations from Greenware Design , via Holly's spotlight on the Storque -> stunning arrangements of plant life to dress up your nest, come complete with gorgeous, handmade ceramic planters in varying shapes and sizes. Oh how succulent they are!
Continue reading...22. October 2008
The Bright Idea Light Bulb Shade
Many of our readers have already switched out their incandescent light bulbs in favor of energy-efficient CFL s, and for this we applaud you! However for those out there who have not made the switch, it may be due to concerns over the bright glare that these bulbs emit.
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