Brelli

With the down pouring of rain that has been happening here for the past few days one of these "Brelli's" definitely would have come in handy. The biodegradable Brelli is made from bamboo (a renewable resource) and features a canopy of clear biodegradable PVC. I tend to forgo an umbrella even in the most torrential downpours because I feel like I can't see and any gust of wind turns them into unusable trash pretty quickly. The Brelli has a wind vent system to allow it to withstand high wind, and I like that the top is clear so you can see when you are walking! According the manufacturer a discarded Brelli will completely biodegrade in less than 5 years, which is a fraction of the time it takes for traditional umbrellas to decompose. Check out the site here, they also make "sunBrellis" and ponchos.

Old Crow Farm

Oh, its a rainy and windy morning here- making me want to curl up on the sofa with the pups... Wanted to highlight this cool little shop that I discovered and truly brightened my dark a.m! Take a look at Old Crow Farm, a shop that rescues other people's "junk" and turns it into beautiful treasures. With an industrial edge, Old Crow Farm has all kinds of home decor- from the perfect bin to stow your magazines to an upcycled chair that you didn't know you really needed! Rescued from a small town school, the globe featured above has a great vintage flair to it.

I have had my eye on this vintage locker basket for awhile. I could think of about 100 uses for them- in the studio, in the office...

Love, Love! Great use for what was once a 4x bread pan. I am especially drawn to the bright, fresh blue color....

Chakra Pennywhistle

I have been a fan of Chakra Pennywhistle for awhile now and it seems that each new collection gets better than the last! Currently made up of three collections: recycled, handmade and organic, Chakra Pennywhistle creates an array of home products- mainly pillows inspired by everything from nature to early american decor. My favorites are the pillows recycled from vintage money bags shown above. Shop her etsy store right here.

Adorable Rooster Dish Towel. Made from natural unbleached cotton, this towel is large enough to double as an apron or as an oversized dish towel.

Loving this simple throw pillow. Made from organic cotton twill and stuffed with raw organic cotton, the design for this pillow was hand drawn and printed with a water based ink. So elegant and clean!

Mirasol Farm Jams

Happy Friday! I thought I would end this week that has been grey and rainy for its entirety with some bright and cheerful jams from Mirasol Farm. Located in River Falls, WI. on a retired dairy farm, Mirasol Farm makes everything from organic soaps and lotions to mouth watering jams that really caught my attention. Packaged simply and created with some delightfully fresh combinations like Raspberry Lemon and Wild Grape Cardamom, the jams are sure to brighten up your morning toast! They also offer a great 5 jar sampler pack, which would make an excellent gift for a jam lover!

Erde Designs Reclaimed Planter

Having spent the weekend gardening, I definitely have plants on the brain! For me, gardening is kind of addictive- once I start there is never any end in sight, and that just fine with me! I happened upon this beautiful hand crafted windowsill planter by Erde Designs and instantly fell in love! Not only is it perfect for a mini herb garden in the kitchen, but its made out of reclaimed hardwood floor, check out the tongue and groove! So great, especially for city dwellers looking to add a little greenery to their homes! Check out their shop right here.

Filz Felt

My glassware fetish has led to an intense need for a variety of coasters to protect all of our furniture and in my quest for the perfect coaster, I believe I just may have found them! These just arrived yesterday and I absolutely love them and am looking forward to ordering more stuff from Filz Felt. Created by two "felt loving" designers, Filz Felt is based on the idea of simplicity and quality and their collection covers everything from placemats and flooring to coasters and pillows- all made of high quality, beautiful felt in all colors of the rainbow.

My next purchase will be these cool placemats. I love the simple design and the fact that you can easily clean them with warm, soapy water.

Can't miss with these simple and cleanly designed felt pillows. Made from 2 mm 100% felt, these pillows are made to order and with so many color choices you may have to get more than one!

Moving, Moving....

Hi Friends! So sorry for having been away- we have been moving over the weekend and we are still knee high in boxes! Just wanted to let you know I will be posting sporadically for the rest of the week- as I try to sort out all of this madness, get the studio set up and continue to print, process and ship orders.

On a happy note- we love our new house and it is coming together swimmingly! We (and the dogs) are very excited to get everything organized and enjoy it! As soon as everything is set up, I will be sharing some pics of our new place, so stay tuned! In the meantime I can definitely use a few of these awesome burlap buckets from Three Potato Four. Made from jute (a favorite material of mine) from recycled fair trade coffee sacks, these buckets are just what I need to get my life re-organized!

Cleveland Art

I am always on the look out for great resources for unique home furnishings. Los Angeles company Cleveland Art is a great place to find pieces that you won't easily stumble upon elsewhere. Created in 1994 by Jason Wein, Cleveland Art was born out of his experience working in his families salvage yard. Jason saw the potential of industrial machinery being recycled and used for a functional purpose in the home or business. I have always loved the look of hard edged industrial pieces in the home, especially mixed in with other design styles.

I love the look of this vintage wood bench on casters. Would make a great addition to an entry hall or the living room.

Fantastic coat rack and bench combo. I am in love with this piece! Great organizational tool and features pull out cubbies for all those dog leashes, shoes and random bits that can clutter up your space.

Vintage cart with maple top. I would love this in a kitchen to use instead of your traditional island. Great way to add some character to a room.

Pen Pencil Stencil Wallpaper

In honor of Earth Day, we thought we would post these beautiful and fun wallpaper designs printed on recycled paper by Oakland based design studio Pen Pencil Stencil. Featuring original designs that has been hand screen printed with water based inks, this is the perfect example of "trash" being turned into treasure! Now go ahead, get to work plastering this beautiful work to your walls, but before you go using that toxic wallpaper paste available at the local big box, check out this eco friendly diy recipe that you can use instead! Happy Earth Day!

Fox and Clover

I love the pieces created by Sabrina for Fox and Clover. She makes absolutely beautiful dishes and delicate jewelry pieces. Not only does she hand illustrate the delightfully whimsical designs on all of her table wear and jewelry, but much of it is created from reclaimed old windows and picture frame glass. You would never know it by looking at her work! Click here for the Wild Horse Dish featured above.

Being an animal lover, anything decorated with nature or wildlife is something that I would love! I have long admired these Fox and Hare Mini Bowls. I love the bright chartreuse color coupled with the simple white animals.

Pretty and simple Paisley Necklace. Handpainted paisley pendent hung from a modern natural steel cord.

I love this Whale Dish! Perfectly sized for a bar of soap in the bath or odds and ends that clutter up your bureau.

Beklina

Beklina is an fantastic online shop with an amazing assortment of goodies to choose from. Everything from clothing to fab pieces for your home. They feature items that are sustainable, vintage and new and display and photograph them in a simple, clean way. They also make an effort to work with independent artists, creating a unique array of products that you won't find at any old shop... This Minimal Lamp by Jed Crystal featured above immediately grabbed my attention. I absolutely love the construction! Made from power cords that have been covered in colorful cotton creating a "web shade." I love how basic this design is, yet at the same time looks amazingly complicated. 

I am so loving this adorable Rachel Comey dress. I have always been wild about prints- I love to mix and match patterns and this dress does all the work for you! Made from 100% silk with a favorite feature of mine in dresses- hidden pockets! 

I've been on a hunt for some feather headbands and I just found it here. Made by Moth Love which is a sustainable collection that uses vintage and vegetable tanned leather. Beautiful and on sale too! 

Another adorable dress on my must have Spring list (hurry, warm weather, hurry!) I love shift dresses- they are so simple and sophisticated and easy. Throw on some flats and you are ready for trip to the park with the dogs or an elegant outdoor lunch. Ethically made by hand. 

Smock.

Its an early, grey day this morning and I was happy to peruse the beautiful, textural papers of Smock. Smock. makes great letterpress stationary and cards with pretty graphics and patterns and adorable images. Smock. is based in Syracuse, New York and is the first and only print shop in the U.S. to offer printing on sustainable bamboo paper. Check out their website, they are also happy to work with you to customize invites for your wedding, shower or any special occasion that needs a beautiful invitation. 

I love this adorable Horsey notecard. Letterpressed onto bamboo paper- its even packaged in a certified biodegradable and tree free clear sleeve! 

Perfect for an outdoor Spring party! Check out the Bloom invites. I love the color and the design- simple and fresh! 

Nothing truly says thank you like a beautiful card, and this one is just right! Great pattern and bright colors make it the perfect thank you card for anybody. 

Ochre

I love the look of Ochre. Starting out as a London based line of contemporary products for the home, Ochre recently branched out opening a retail location in New York City. Mixing in their own collection with a variety of complimentary pieces from other lines, Ochre not only chooses elegant and unique pieces, but they also make an effort to sell product lines that are made under fair trade and green principles. Take a look at their well designed website or if you are in the NYC area make a stop at their brick and mortar local @ 432 Broome 10013. 

I immediately fell in love with this delicate collection of pink porcelain bowls. I love the soft, muted colors against the glazed porcelain- they look so delicate and soft. 

Amazing hand blown colored glass pots by Michael Ruh. I love the colors and they are perfect for condiments or olives...

Pretty and graphic silk lavender pouches. Perfect for enlivening a room or small space with a fresh clean scent. 

Verde Paperie

Oh on this dreary, rainy afternoon (well at least the Christmas tree lights up the room) Verde Paperie is the perfect bit of color to brighten up the day! If you are on the look out for any type of beautiful paper product, make sure to check out their website.  Verde Paperie not only carries chic stationary lines, but they also make an effort to carry products that are easy on the environment, everything from recycled and virgin paper to acid and chlorine free paper and soy based inks. Great products and great environmentally conscious company! Click here for the Olive Recipe cards by Pink Bathtub featured above. 

I love this cheerful card design by Tall Cow. Reminds me of the Hawaiian vacation I am on in my mind! The image is screen printed on recycled paper and comes in a recycled kraft envelope. 

I used to be addicted to planners, this one is making me want one again! Weekly planner from Little Otsu- pretty design and printed with vegetable based inks on 100% recycled paper. 

For those of you on the look out for gift wrap for your last minute holiday gift, be sure to pick up a few sheet of this funny wrap by Fish Lips Designs. The antlers on the dog are too cute!   100 % recycled paper with soy based inks, it is also processed chlorine free and manufactured using wind power!  

Terra Furnishings

Take a look at Terra Furnishings if you are in the market for eco-friendly decor for your home. Inspired by being environmentally conscious, Terra makes an effort to sell products that are hand made from sustainable materials and made in way that has a low impact on the environment. They have a great selection of goods ranging from furniture and home accessories to jewelry and beautiful glass pieces. Click here for the pretty Bowling Pin Vase featured above. 

I love the wood grain on this Center Twist Stool. The shape is so beautiful and organic. Perfect for use as a little, movable end table or for extra seating when guests are over!

One of my favorites on their site is this Timber Block Table. Made from reclaimed Monkey Pod wood, this stool cum planter (featuring a hollow interior can be easily reversed and used with your favorite foliage)  has an amazing textual quality to it. 

Check out this amazing colander. Definitely, not your typical kitchen utensil- this amazing piece is not only beautiful but functional as well. Made from 100% natural materials and coated with a lead free glaze.   

Cog and Pearl

Cog and Pearl is one of my favorite places to stop and check out in Brooklyn. They have an amazing and constantly changing array of goods from independent artists, running the gamut from home products, jewelry and apparel. With a warm and inviting feel, Cog and Pearl makes you want to stay and browse! If you aren't lucky enough to pop by their brick and mortar spot, check out their online site- a great place to find unique items for that person who has everything! Located in Brooklyn @ 190 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY. Click here for the amazing watercolor painted playing card set featured above. 

Being a lover of all things cozy, warm knit blankets, fluffy cable sweaters,  I was immediately drawn to the unique texture of the Knitwear Tumbler. Created by ceramist Alyssa Ettinger the unglazed exterior of these beautiful vessels look as soft and textural as any favorite knit sweater. 

How adorable are these fun chicken feet salt and pepper shaker set? Created by Perch! out of porcelain, these shakers are the perfect bit of humor for any table setting. 

I am officially in love with this Pheasant Necklace. Elegant and sophisticated, this necklace evokes a bygone era featuring an antique reverse painted glass cabochon decorated with a beautiful pheasant design.