There are some things that are so adorable that my voice reaches a level that only dogs can hear. This doesn't help me much. Then when a website offers "you might also be interested in..." well, those dogs came running! It's the simple things - and these silly characters from Singapore based Little Odd Forest are simply lovely. Check out more at the Little Odd Forest … [Read more...]
designer HEATHER LINS HOME
Part Great Gatsby, part geek chic - these pieces from designer Heather Lin are really something to talk about. The Eye Chart pillows are just so adorable, but if you can't tell the difference between the two, it might be time to visit the optometrist. (Yes - the one on the right comes with 3-D glasses). Heather Lin started out as a doodler and graphic designer before … [Read more...]
designer TUPSY TURVY
Nice girls don't wear hats like these! These hats are as delicious as they are dramatic and would fit nicely atop a Madame Bovary, Bettie Page or Lady GaGa. Oakland designer, Kim Brown-Dye, makes each one painstakingly by hand using traditional millinery techniques. Check out the Eyespy Films "handmade portraits" for behind the scenes peak at her work - it is truly … [Read more...]
competition BLOG OFF WINNERS
Drum roll please......yes, we finally have the winners for the DESIGN BLOG OFF. 1st Place: Analog Chic Chosen by Trish of Smashing Darling will receive a Smashing Darling gift certificate of $250 2nd Place: Ink + Wit Chosen by Lesley of WHATdesigners will receive a Smashing Darling gift certificate of $100 Your votes, and there were a lot of them, chose the 3 runners … [Read more...]
home sweet home
Oh my, these products are about as perfect as can be. It's a little insulting to call them a "beanbag" upgrade, but they have that same slouchy, comfortable feel. These giant river rocks by Smerin Designs are not currently available in the US, and the website is entirely in French so I'm not sure what they are made of, or what they cost - but I do know that I would like a few … [Read more...]