Thank U Cards designed by Lizard Press

We love these modern Thank U cards from San Francisco design studio, Lizard Press. The perfect way to show appreciation – in a super stylish way – for those handknitted socks from Aunt Agnes. About the cards: A little bit of typographic fun, this is the san serif set, script and serif designs also available. [...]

Talisman Necklaces designed by Wolf & Moon

Add a little color with these affordable Talisman necklaces from Wolf & Moon About Wolf & Moon: Everything you see in the Wolf & Moon shop is lovingly handmade or handpicked by Hannah Davis. She recently graduated with a BA in Fine Art from Goldsmiths College and you can find her personal work here: www.hannahdavis.co.uk [...]

2012 Flora & Fauna Desk Calendar by Anna Cote

I’ve been a fan of Anna Cote’s designs for years – and the 2012 is a beautiful example of her work! about the calendar This 2012 calendar is a collection of my original flora and fauna illustrations. It is rich in color and layered graphics. Brighten your desk or cube, or give as a gift! [...]

Freesia Portfolio By Canopy Verde

Great little fall bags – and earth-friendly too!   About The Bag: A distinctive satchel with leather handles. Embroidered with an organic wave pattern. Can also be used as a foldover clutch. Offered in four colors. Earth-friendly materials and construction: • Organic cotton fabric and lining • Leather tanned without harmful chrome • OEKO-TEX certified [...]

Giraffe Print by Little Leo Lion

Just adoring this personalized giraffe print by Little Leo Lion. Check it out!   Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed Buzz it up share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tumblr it Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend

jewelry LAURA BERRUTTI

Love this beautifully minimal ring from Portland based jewelry designer, Laura Berrutti.

design picks ROAD TRIP

These picks are inspired by a recent road trip that included a few stays on Route 66 including the Wigwam Motel – as seen in the “Have You Slept in a Wigwam?” postcard featured below.

What’s your favorite?

design picks MARCH 2011

Green is such a spring color, and this week it’s an even more timely pick with St Patricks Day around the corner. Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed Buzz it up share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tumblr it Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later [...]

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design picks MARCH 2011

design picks MARCH 2011

Green is such a spring color, and this week it’s an even more timely pick with St Patricks Day around the corner. Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed Buzz it up share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tumblr it Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later [...]

color WHITE NOW

color WHITE NOW

White might be the most modern of colors – beautiful, simple and sometimes wholly impractical. Today’s inspiration came from the Etsy – and the white ceramic hanging pod vases that found their way into my inbox.

design guide THE ROYAL TREATMENT

design guide THE ROYAL TREATMENT

The Royal Treatment: independent designers put their spin on this brilliant blue hue.

color HELLO YELLOW

The sky is grey – rain, rain go away – but spotted here and there in the garden are daffodils. And, this seems as good a time as any to feature some spring like yellow products from some fabulous independent designers. All of these products are super sunny looking, but my favorite has got to [...]

candy cane colors

Candy canes are so minty fresh and festive! Just make sure that you don’t get carried away and buy things that are so Christmassy that they are back in the box – or donated – before the new year! Here are a few finds from independent designers that will still be looking good in the [...]

prep work

Ahh, green! So spring, so preppy. But not just any old green, it must be kelly green. A colorful tip to a plain white polo. An argyle diamond on a sweater vest. But this isn’t a jcrew photo shoot! This is about some fabulous independent designers adding a cool modern twist to this delightfully preppy [...]

black + tan

I’m not sure if guinness inspired this blog, or whether this blog inspired the guinness that I just drank. But really, who cares? I just love these products and the sophisticated fall-ness of the color palette. TOP:+ bookleaf table, go build studioBOTTOM:+ strata pendant, $15, sincerely+ black gold glacier ring, $145, gorgana (available online through [...]

white now

White seems so refreshing right now. It might have something to do with my newly painted walls….green, brown and aqua. Also, I know minimal is out and decorative is in….but I’m having a tough time adjusting. Although since it has hit Target, Costco should have it in bulk by the time I finish this post. [...]

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design picks ROAD TRIP

design picks ROAD TRIP

These picks are inspired by a recent road trip that included a few stays on Route 66 including the Wigwam Motel – as seen in the “Have You Slept in a Wigwam?” postcard featured below.

What’s your favorite?

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design picks MARCH 2011

design picks MARCH 2011

Green is such a spring color, and this week it’s an even more timely pick with St Patricks Day around the corner. Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed Buzz it up share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tumblr it Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later [...]

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design VALENTINE'S DESIGN

design VALENTINE’S DESIGN

What better way to show my love for design, than featuring an array of Valentines inspired goodies from independent designers. If you want me to include your favorite, leave a comment and a link and I’ll check it out….I might even add it to the gallery. Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed [...]

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