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. [...]
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 [...]
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! [...]
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 [...]
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
Love this beautifully minimal ring from Portland based jewelry designer, Laura Berrutti.
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?
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 [...]
I love these modern, but rustic pieces of art. The art work is made from wood scraps that are hand painted and arranged within a wooden frame. The price range from $55 for a 6″ x 6″ piece to $700 for a pair of 20″ x 20″ pieces. + VISIT PAINTSQUARE WEBSITE Digg this post [...]
I love the idea of these modern outdoor planters by Wallter – and just know where in the garden I should put them.
I especially love the cream color of this owl ring which gives it a little edge. Of course, I couldn’t resist checking out some owl rings from some of my favorite independent designers, so, here are some of my favorite picks owl rings including the super-cool ring from Kris Nations.
The Design Of The Week this time is a collaboration between Boston based bag designer, rennes-le-château and Brooklyn based textile designer, Ilana Kohn.
A new addition to their jewelry line is a black chromium finish which gives the avant guarde jewelry line a distinct graphic look.
It sure has been a while since I spent much time on WHATdesigners, but I’m back from a long lovely vacation in England and Scotland, so it’s time to get back into the swing of things. So here I start blogging again… My mailbox is often filled with the usual dross interspersed with the occassional [...]
With Father’s Day just around the corner, I decided to make the design of the week something for the Dads out there. Sherry Truitt has been featured before on the WHAT designers blog with her fabulous “spirit level” cufflinks.
Like many cats, my cats have always sought out the most trashed, ill fitting cardboard box to call home. The Pet Chalet is bound to make them – and their design aficionado “parents” – happy. This cardboard confection is the idea of Canadian designers, Loyal Luxe. Made from 100% recycled cardboard it is also 100% recyclable.
Pacman, the pop icon from the 80′s, has now been immortalized in…wood. Puckman, the brainchild of Italian design company, Mirko Ginepro Design is a fun homage to the video game character and practical too. Stack it full of books, or display your collection of other 80′s trivia – it’s really up to you. Just please [...]
Eco friendly and totally adorable, this solar powered birdhouse is the perfect solution for the modern backyard bird. You’ll be sure to attract only the best looking birds in the neighborhood – you might even need to start taking reservations. Designed by Dutch design team Guido Ooms and Karin van Lieshout of Studio Oooms, this [...]
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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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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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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