Karim Rashid, typically known for his colourful, whimsical designs takes a different approach with his new collection for Alessi. These new pieces for Alessi, including a fruit holder, citrus basket and tray, are much more geometrical and angular than Rashid's previous designs. The Hellraiser series reminds me of Zelda: Twilight Princess! Citrus basket in mirror polished stainless steel ($266) and gray epoxy resin ($184). Tray in mirror polished stainless steel ($225) and gray ...
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CB2 Spring 2011 New Décor Finds
I am loving some of the new items from CB2, an off-shoot of Crate and Barrel. Luckily, Canadians (at least those in Toronto) will soon be able to shop and this American store. For now, and since I live in Vancouver, I will have to amuse myself by looking at their online shop. Here are just some of their new items that I wouldn't mind having in my home: ...
Merimekko Spring 2011 New Products
Bright, bold colours and prints? Merimekko practically wrote the book on the spring season's hottest design trends! These new spring products are fun and playful - highly patterned and super bold/bright! What would you use these bold fabrics on/to make? ...
Personalized Handmade Necklace by Sima G. Review
What is more special than a necklace you've picked out yourself, with a personalized message added for your loved one? Sima G. Jewelry can help you pick out the perfect necklace for your gift recipient and even give you suggestions on how to arrange the message. Sima was very patient, asking me what message I'd like and then suggesting the type of necklace that would be best. I received this new necklace design by Sima, with my message stamped on the sides: The necklace came in a ...
Lovely Handmade Jewelry by Sima G. Jewelry
While it is true that there is no shortage of jewelry available to purchase - to find an artist who creates handmade personalized necklaces and rings using a variety of metals is truly special. On top of that, Sima G. Jewelry offers customization in both Hebrew and English! There are so many beautiful pieces made by Sima, that I found it difficult to pick which ones to show you! Check out the rest of the collection at the website here, or on the Etsy site. ...
Handmade Recycled Stationery from Studioahimsa
Studioahimsa specializes in stationery and (limited edition) prints. Linocut is our specialty. We love creating paper goods w/ 100% post-consumer recycled paper! All jewelry and paintings are now on Two Bears One Heart. Inspired by Canadian and other landscape, animals, and nature generally, we strive to respect all living things. Based in Vancouver, Canada, studioahimsa is the joint creative venture of Tazim and Greg. All envelopes, paper and cards in our greeting cards and letter sets ...
Creative Organization Products – Mable Mae Feature
It's a new year and - I don't know about you - but, I have resolved to be more organized this year! Mable Mae, a lovely online shop, has all sorts of beautiful organizational products for your home/office to help you (and I) along with our goal. Here is a bit about the artist behind Mable Mae, from her profile: I’m Lenesha. I love old jars, bangle bracelets, weddings, patterned paper, Fashion Royalty dolls and the color pink. I'm a proud Air Force wife, whose days are filled with ...
Inventory Stockroom – Vancouver
A Curation of Ideas in Product, Craft and Culture Stores with carefully curated selections of products housed in heritage buildings particularly intrigue me. The 'problem' is that the curated products on their own, lying on a wooden table or on an old-looking shelf, make me curious to know more. . . why were these objects chosen and what makes them so special? Gastown , a historic area inVancouver where design, decor and fashion stores sit next to tourist shops, has a new addition to the ...
Old Faithful Housewares Shop – Vancouver
Source: oldfaithfulshop.com via Tazim on Pinterest Vancouver's Gastown area, once the main city centre, still housing a plethora of old buildings, contains a wide variety of great designer stores: both clothing and furniture/home goods. On a wander through the area (it is on the way to downtown proper from where I live, so I walk through it a few times a week) the other day, I was pleased to see that the long-empty storefront on West Cordova Street had finally been ...
Fab India
One of my favourite stores in the world is based in India. Fab India has locations throughout India, and an online store (which I have ordered from). The company, which makes all-cotton (made in India) textiles - clothing, curtains and bedding, is celebrating their 50th anniversary this year! Although I think Fab India's clothing is amazing, I especially love their bed linens. What are your favourite pieces from their collection? Photos from FabIndia website. The last one is ...
