Archive | October, 2008

Introducing: TamTam Design

23. October 2008

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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 .

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So Succulent

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!

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Innovative Desert Architecture from Binary Design Studio

23. October 2008

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Innovative Desert Architecture from Binary Design Studio

Desert living has long been characterized as a lifestyle that requires considerable intervention to be sustainable. Still, at least one team of architects and designers believes that the secret to living comfortably in the desert is already there - in two unlikely sources: desert plants and prehistoric dwellings. Binary Design Studio , made up of Dale Clifford, Jason Vollen, M.

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New: Violet

22. October 2008

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New: Violet

I’m so excited to write this as two of my favorite artists, Camilla Engman and Elisabeth Dunker in Göteborg, Sweden recently moved into a working studio together that they’ve called Studio Violet . Studio Violet has a blog , web store (they ship worldwide) and a website .

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The Bright Idea Light Bulb Shade

22. October 2008

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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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Free Printable Greeting Card + Tags

22. October 2008

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Free Printable Greeting Card + Tags

I noticed that it's been a little while since I created a download for you all, so I made these sweet little customizable cards for you to print and give out to unsuspecting friends and fiends. I hope you'll like them.  I love that they can be sweet or snarky..

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The Origami-Inspired Folding Bamboo House

22. October 2008

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The Origami-Inspired Folding Bamboo House

Ming Tang’s beautiful origami-inspired Folded Bamboo Houses are intended to be used as temporary shelters in the aftermath of an earthquake. Brilliant in their simplicity, the geometric shelters are constructed from renewable materials and can be folded into a variety of structurally sound shapes. Their elegant design was recently honored as a notable mention in this year’s Re:Construct competition sponsored by San Francisco’s Urban Re:Vision (more…)

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Forest

22. October 2008

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Forest

forest series offers a set of six glasses that take their individual form from that of a tree, but together reflect the harmony of a forest. Their uni..

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Do You Buy Vintage Online?

21. October 2008

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Do You Buy Vintage Online?

So how many of you out there have had bad a experience buying used vintage stuff online? I still cringe at the $150 eBay riding boots that didn't fit around my cankles. Bad idea! But it puzzles me when more mainstream sites offer vintage furniture and tchotchkes without showing what will actually arrive at your door.

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Modern Flatware Guide

21. October 2008

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Modern Flatware Guide

d*s reader sarah sent a sweet email requesting a flatware guide this month. and because i’ve spent the last few months trying to find the perfect replacement set for our flatware (we have a knack for losing spoons), i thought the timing was perfect. so whether you’re looking for something traditional, organic, or uber-modern this roundup has got you covered.

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