By sandra December 29th, 2008 Posted in: Design Buzz, Personal Karma, Spotlight
Each year I am thrilled to see new and fun products on the market that inspire us to move forward in design. In a world of knock offs and made-in-China reproductions, these items stood out for me as unique in 2008 (more…)
By Amy Devers December 21st, 2008 Posted in: Couch Finds, Spotlight
Everyone on my gift list is a creative-type. Seriously. From my 5-year-old niece, who is hardcore into crafting with glitter (thparkleth, she calls them) on up, I’m surrounded by people who are passionate about art, design, architecture, music, books and film. I “heart” presents, so tracking down the perfect gift for each person is just the kind of conquest that turns me on. Adding to the challenge, this year we agreed to keep the spending to a minimum in light of all the economic turbulence. So I’ve been hunting for well-designed items that make a statement, have a lot of character, serve a purpose, and inspire the creative process. I found a bunch (and accidentally found a few things for my own wish list!) I’m happy to say that all of these gifts are under $300, and all but two are under $100, well under.
Happy Holidays & Cheers to an amazing 2009!
Amy Devers
By leanne December 18th, 2008 Posted in: Couch Finds, Spotlight
We love eco-friendly products, but we shower extra admiration on green items that look great too. And so we give a big shout-out to Trend USA’s new FEEL collection of glass mosaics. The collection gets an eco stamp of approval for using recycled glass bottles, a minimum of 80 percent post consumer recycled glass. And the mosaics are beautiful in a palette of 12 colors inspired by natural shades found on land (greens and browns) and sea (blues), plus white, grey and black for contrast. They can be purchased in a single color or incorporated into various patterns to fit your design style.
Call 866.508.7363 to find a retailer where FEEL is sold, and check out the website to see the company’s other eco collections, FEEL Wallpaper and Trend Q.
By seyie December 18th, 2008 Posted in: Couch Finds, Spotlight
Holiday soaps, Gianna Rose Atelier
Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year, no matter how frantic it gets. I love the decorations, the lights and feeling of goodness. I especially enjoy finding cool gifts for relatives and friends.
Read on for some gifts that are on my list to give, and a few on my own wish list. The best part about these gifts is that they have oodles of style!!
HAVE A CHIC HOLIDAY!!!
