Patterned Perfection

Marimekko Oiva Dinnerware has been described as a “potpurri of patterned perfection” and I’d have to agree – oh how I love this beautiful dinnerware! Piece by piece, I’ll build of my own collection of their “In Good Company” line. Best of all….turns out they have a Marimekko store about 2 blocks away from me….how did I not know this?

Get Crafty!

Time and time again, I’m pleased with the crafty ideas on Crafty Nest’s website. I like this site because it offers modern, crafty projects instead of those tacky “country style” craft projects that you see go in and out style throughout the years.

These hemp pendant lamps look relatively easy to make and might just be my next weekend project!

Typography

A great idea for children and adults alike. Designed by House Industries, these blocks are made in Michigan from locally grown basswood and are printed with lead free, non toxic inks. Order your set today!

You Wash, I’ll Dry

When I was a little girl, I remember arguing with my brother over who’d wash and who’d dry. Both of us always wanted to be the one to wash – drying seemed so labour intensive and I think it was also because you were stuck there by yourself after your washing partner had left. Now, all grown up, I have a drying rack and rarely do I dry dishes….but today I found a good reason too. I came acorss this adorable tea towel, along with many others, while visiting the Keep Calm Gallery online. Check out their shop for lots of other cool stuff!

Barcode Revolution

I came across these designer barcodes while checking out the daily updates on Fast Company. Although you’re more likely to find these unique designs on Japanese products, they’re making their way to North America. Companies like Barcode Revolution have set out to innovate a new way for companies to think about how their valuable product real estate gets used.

Be sure to check out the Design Barcode Gallery to view their full scope of work.