May 11th 2010 @ 12:30PM
While perusing one of the many flea markets in Barcelona in December of last year, I stumbled upon antique hand-carved letterpress blocks. They varied in shape and size and spelled out "Barcelona." I've mentioned to you my fascination with letters and believe me, the details and the smell of these blocks completely ... Continue Reading »
May 7th 2010 @ 9:00AM
What better gift to give to moms on Mother's Day than peace of mind? Those of you who think tranquility and sanity are not for sale, check out The Organized Parent, a site devoted to helping busy moms declutter their homes (and minds!), organize their lives and find "me" time. You're not going to find tips on how to rid ... Continue Reading »
May 4th 2010 @ 5:00PM
Know what it's like to shop at an online store that changes its look with every season? You will if you browse through Gretel, a Miami-based online design shop founded by British interior designer, Abby Kellet. Kellet treats her store sections like window displays, and has her products photographed in different themes, ... Continue Reading »
Apr 30th 2010 @ 1:00PM
Building blocks aren't just math and science toys anymore. Thanks to Way Basics, an Irvine, Calif.-based producer of eco-modular storage and home furnishings, they've become furniture for adults, too. The team at Way Basics uses 99-percent post-consumer recycled paper and turns it into durable zBoard cubes, which then ... Continue Reading »
Apr 27th 2010 @ 5:30PM
Whether you're an iPad owner or not, you've heard about it, thought about it and probably hope to get your hands on it. But if you plan on investing $500-$700 on a new gadget that the entire world can't stop talking about it, it's probably best you protect it. Luckily, there's Portel, a Tallinn, Estonia-based sleeve- and ... Continue Reading »
