October 16, 2007

George.

I really, really, really want a dog. Every single time I drive by the dog park in my neighborhood I about wreck my car because I’m so busy staring out of the window at how many dogs are in the park/what types of dogs are in the park/if there are any breeds that I really like in the park. It’s pathetic and I’m sure the other drivers near me when I drive by will agree, thankful that they are escaping with their cars intact once again.

For now I tend to entertain my notions of a four-legged friend by perusing canine accessories. No, I’m not the sort of pet owner who dresses up her companions. I’m just the sort of pet owner who likes the things that come with having a pet: the bowls, the jars, the tags, the toys.


I discovered George and their high quality pet products (yes, dogs and cats) during a trip to San Francisco about five years ago. It’s been a tale of love and slight obsesseion ever since.

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October 15, 2007

Susan Burghart.

Love, love, love this lady’s work. I especially like the way Susan Burghart seems to effortlessly transition between styles – one piece will be incredibly intricate and detailed, then the next piece is sparse lines and fields of carefully chosen color. Now that, my friends, takes talent.



Posted In create, graphics
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October 15, 2007

Apple Pie Design: Wall Decals.

And the wall decal frenzy continues. I don’t know if I’m the only one, but I just don’t get tired of seeing new designs. Maybe it’s the ability of being able to customize something as structural and permanent as a wall with minimal commitment. Whatever the reason my latest discovery is Apple Pie Designs – and it just may be my favorite thus far. I’m totally digging the branch decal most of all.

::: via Designers Block

Posted In house and home, walls
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October 15, 2007

Halloween Tags.

Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday and I’m a fool for all aspects of the Big Day. That includes goody bags and presents which friends and co-workers fall prey to each and every October. And these apropro seasonal tags from Bluebird Lane would be a great final touch. Make sure and check out Bluebird’s Etsy shop because there are many, many more styles of tags to choose from.


Posted In halloween, holidays, paper goods
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October 15, 2007

Lagrange 34.

Lagrange 34 is this beautifully crafted chocolate from Torino, Italy (which is coincidentally somewhere I’d love to visit before my last day). The new line of chocolate products combines traditional quality and a contemporary design approach. Currently there are six different designs to choose from. Lagrange 34 prides themselves on exploiting chocolate as a design medium. Love it! Can you frame chocolate?

Posted In food, packaging
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October 12, 2007

Wingback Lounge Chair.

Love this wingback lounge chair at West Elm. Between the high back and deep chocolately-brown color I’m sold. I can see myself curled up (it’s winter and gently snowing outside in case you’re wondering) with a glass of red wine and a book I can’t put down. Unfortunately Roxy and Peanut would most likely spend more time it than me.

Posted In furniture, house and home
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October 12, 2007

John Clark.

John Clark. *sigh* He has the most amaaazing prints of sexy, sultry women screened over pages torn from old books. I’m at a loss for words, I mean the man has thirteen pages at his Etsy shop chalk full of prints that I’m dying to have. To make them all the bettter, each image has a snarky line like She belonged to a different breed and The evening was a triumph. He is most definitely my hero of the day.

Posted In create, mixed media
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October 12, 2007

Fuss Custom.

Fuss Custom creates some beautifully simple invitations and save the date cards. Their process is one centered on making your invitations and your event completely one-of-a-kind. No cookie-cutters here, thankyouverymuch.

Step 1: Meet with a designer. Step 2: Work with you to create a look you can carry through your entire event (monograms, illustrations, etc). I love that they focus on consistency! Step 3: Decide on paper, ink, printing process. Tons of options are available. Step 4: Proofs and printing.

Seems to me like they make it as painless as possible and end up with beautiful results. Check out their site for more great work.



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October 12, 2007

Flower Rings.

I’m drooling over these vintage-inspired Flower Rings by designer Jane Diaz at Garnet Hill. The jeweled flower is placed on a tiny, thin rose gold band which is so, so pretty. (And I’m almost always a non-gold kinda gal.) The rings are available in three combos: Labradorite/Rhodolite Garnet, Amethyst/Peridot or Ruby/Hessonite Garnet.

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