28 November 2008

FLOCKS

Wouldn't it be so nice to sprawl out on this huge hand knit rug? It's made by FLOCKS from the wool of 18 merino sheep.

I'm imagining all sorts of cozy activities taking place on a rug like this: sipping hot chocolate while watching a movie or reading a good book, wrapping presents, or playing a board game with a group of friends.

11 November 2008

Boston

Two weeks ago, Hilary and I dashed off to Boston for a long weekend to visit our dear old friend, Allie. It was the perfect time of year for our first experiences in Beantown, as fall was in full swing, color explosion!

We hit up the grand Boston Public Library,

stumbled upon the Domino Book Release Party at Louis Boston,

took a moment inside the Old South Church of Boston,

and lounged in the Boston Public Garden, soaking up a true New England autumn.

02 November 2008

Flickr Faves


Some bits of Flickr eye candy & current inspirations.

25 September 2008

Simrin

I'm diggin' the home-goods over at Simrin. The products are inspired by vintage fabrics, natural organic forms & algorithmic patterns. Above are the multiple styles of laminated fabric trays from the Surya collection. Below are the trays from the Nature collection.

Each pattern collection also features a variety of tablecloths, place mats & napkins {below, right}. The site recently debuted glassware which is also available in both of the above patterns, as well as the fun, new, kitschy Icon {below, left}.

22 September 2008

18 September 2008

Black Kids



Jacksonville, represent! Our favorite TSI DJ's are back in town, playing live at Freebird tomorrow night, for the first time since hitting it big!

Black Kids : 09/19/08 : Doors at 8pm

17 September 2008

Viva Terra

I think these Recycled Glass Balloon Vases are marvelous. Their lopsided imperfectness totally does it for me.

15 September 2008

Erie Basin

Erie Basin is a fantastic source for 19th and 20th century antique jewelry, as well as for contemporary pieces by modern day jewelers whose work lends a nod to yesteryear.The shop features bits of adornment that are carefully selected, mindfully chosen and brilliantly crafted.

01 September 2008

Emo-broidery


The witty craftsters at Miso Funky are stitching up a different type of cross-stitch sampler than the kind your Granny makes.


These samplers catch you off guard & crack you up -- unless you are easily offended {there are a few on the brasher side}. I happen to adore them. "Hand-stitched in hell!," as their website proudly proclaims.