Tag: Friday Design Finds

  • Friday Design Finds: Cuff ‘Em

    Friday Design Finds: Cuff ‘Em

    There was a time, prior to marrying Mr. F and hitting my fourth decade ( gulp! ), when I was a teeny little wisp of a thing and my wrists were so small some bracelets fell right off.  Enter = my love for cuffs!  Not only were they easily adjustable, but I loved ( and still love! ) their simple, bold chunkiness!  So as it warms up here in Southern Cali and I begin to bare my arms to the world once again, here are a few artsy cuffs I’m loving!

    Valencia Cuff by We Dream in Colour

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    [ I am seriously in love with the Valencia Cuff. Serious. Love. ]

    Organic Cuff by Deborah Mullen at Grey Area

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    [ see more of Deborah’s work on her website here ]

    Woven Wooden Cuff by Henry Wischusen at Uncommon Goods

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    Discus Enamel Cuff at Anthropologie

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    Brass Cuff by Nada Sawaya

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     We’re heading over to Palm Springs on Sunday to spend the afternoon with my cousin whom I haven’t seen since we were tweens. Supposed to be a beautiful SoCal day, think I’ll be busting out a cuff or two!

    **Uncommon Goods recently sent me the Woven Wooden Cuff by Henry Wischusen for review.  I’ve been looking for an organic, neutral cuff, so I was excited to receive it and try it out!  The packaging for the bracelet was thoughtful, a lovely little paper box and recycled t-shirt pouch, plus I appreciated that UG included an artist’s bio with the bracelet.  Artist acknowledgement always goes a long way with me!  The bracelet design is beautiful, I love the intertwining wood and it looks lovely on my wrist.  I do wish, though, that the wood had been covered a bit more with a resin or coating of some sort, as the edges and veneer are still a bit rough, so I will have to be careful when wearing it with more delicate fabrics.  The cuff runs very small, so for women with larger wrists than mine ( and as previously mentioned, mine are pretty small! ), the fit may not be very comfortable. With all that said, though, it is a pretty little cuff, handmade, organic in material and look and I will proudly wear it all summer long, I’m sure!

    Artsy Forager received material goods in exchange for the above review, but all opinions are her own.

    Artsies, are you interested in seeing more product reviews on the blog?  I’m still on the fence about doing them.  Inquiring minds want to know..

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  • Friday Design Finds: Not Your Grandma’s Patchwork

    Nothing against your grandma or her patchwork.  Heck, I have a cherished and loved until it is falling apart patchwork quilt that belonged to my own grandmother.  But patchwork has gotten an update.  Bright colors, bold patterns and modern mixes are taking this old tradition from granny-style to boho chic.  Not sure I could ever talk Mr. Forager into a sofa, but maybe a bowl or two?  A little updated antiquarian boldness goes a long way.

    The Guilded Sofa by Squint Limited
    The Guilded Sofa by Squint Limited

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    Small Baroque Mirror by Squint Limited
    Small Baroque Mirror by Squint Limited

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    Patchwork Harvest Bowls from Anthropologie
    Patchwork Harvest Bowls from Anthropologie

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    Santiago Patchwork Backpack from Free People
    Santiago Patchwork Backpack from Free People

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    King Bedhead by Squint Limited
    King Bedhead by Squint Limited

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    I love the artsy boho feel of these pieces!  So many artwork pairings I can think of.. Jill Ricci, Maribel Angel, Christy Kinard, just to name a few!  Have a wonderful weekend, Artsies!  Have you seen the City Mouse | Country Mouse exhibition yet?  Well, what are you waiting for?  Check it out here.

    *If you love these modern takes on patchwork, Squint Limited will be heaven for you!

  • Friday Design Finds: Not So Boring Vases

    Perhaps some pretty flowers arrived at your house yesterday?  Maybe not ones of the Christy Kinard variety ( but if so, LUCKY!! ), but the sweetly scented kind.  Pray tell, what did you do with your floral treasure?  Please don’t say you just left them in the boring, cheap-o, mass manufactured vase they came in!  A beautiful token of love deserves a special vessel.  An artsy vessel.  Here are a few I would happily grace with blooms!

    Green, Yellow, and Red Ceramic Pot by Esther Griffith
    Green, Yellow, and Red Ceramic Pot by Esther Griffith

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    Home by Winsome Gallery
    Home vase by Winsome Gallery**

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    Vase by Meredith Host

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    Processed Paper Vessel by Pia Wustenberg
    Processed Paper Vessel by Pia Wustenberg

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    Hope you the lovey doveyness keeps coming your way!  I’m off to Palm Springs today for the Palm Springs Art Fair, looking forward to spending the day discovering more artsy to share with you!

    **this vase is extra special because it is emblazened with lyrics from mine & Mr. Forager’s song.  It’s not super mushy, but it fits us perfectly!

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  • Friday Design Finds: Let’s Go For a Dip!

    Friday Design Finds: Let’s Go For a Dip!

    It’s like fries and ketchup.. chips and salsa.. hot wings and ranch.. the design trend of dipping objects in any array of colors makes something good even more tasty!  Here are a few examples I dug up this week..

    Purple White Gradient Long Sleeved Blouse
    Purple White Gradient Long Sleeved Blouse

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    Diagonal Dipped Trays via LEIF Shop
    Diagonal Dipped Trays

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    Dipped Toile Dessert Plates by Anthropologie
    Dipped Toile Dessert Plates

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    Trift by Judith Seng
    Trift by Judith Seng

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     Just imagine wearing that blouse.. wouldn’t you feel like a brush dipped in paint?!  Love it.  Happy weekend, Artsies!  Mr. Forager and I are taking a little road trip over to La La Land for the LA Art Show.  So excited and can’t wait to share the adventure with you on Monday!

  • Friday Design Finds: Colorful Clocks & More

    Friday Design Finds: Colorful Clocks & More

    While living in the desert, I’ve noticed that people tend to embrace color in bolder ways than you might expect.  I think it’s a side effect of being surrounded by so much beige sand!  In today’s Friday Design Finds, I’d like to share with you some examples of the work of Ed & Kate Coleman, an artsy husband & wife team who aren’t shy about using color in their wonderfully textured ceramic creations.

    Texture Clocks by Ed & Kate Coleman
    Texture Clocks, 7″ square/diameter
    Clique Mugs by Ed & Kate Coleman
    Clique Mugs
    Clique Vases by Ed & Kate Coleman
    Clique Vases, large 12 inches, regular 8 inches
    Large Tiles by Ed & Kate Coleman
    Large Tiles, 11 inches
    Box Clocks by Ed & Kate Coleman
    Box Clocks, 4x16x1

    Seriously, wouldn’t coffee be that much more glorious when sipped from one of those mugs?  And their wall tiles are perfect for adding color, texture, and some dimension to a boring wall.  Want to see more from Ed & Kate Coleman?  Check out their website, where you’ll find their complete product line and a listing of galleries who carry their work.  There are a bunch– bound to be one near you!

    All images are via the Ed & Kate Coleman website.

     

  • Friday Design Finds: A Touch of Brass

    Friday Design Finds: A Touch of Brass

    Until recently, the word brass conjured up images of hideous early 1980’s decor.  But brass is staging a comeback and when combined with wood, makes for a design statement that is at once organic and modern.  Here are a few brass & wood combos I’m especially intrigued by this week..

    Alma Brass Chair from Organic Modernism
    Alma Brass Chair from Organic Modernism

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    Sun-Tipped Serveware from Anthropologie
    Sun-Tipped Serveware via Anthropologie

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    Wood &Brass Triangle Ring from Of Matter
    Wood &Brass Triangle Ring from Of Matter

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    Wood & Brass iPhone case from EXOVault
    Wood & Brass iPhone case from EXOVault

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    Pia Wustenberg vase
    Pia Wustenberg vase

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    Have a fantastic weekend, Artsies!  Speaking of shiny things, I’m going Viva Las Vegas this weekend.  Hope to see an Elvis impersonator and hope to have some fun Vegas-style artsyness to share next week!

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  • Friday Design Finds: Color Inside the Lines

    Friday Design Finds: Color Inside the Lines

    Last weekend, Mr. Forager & I took a trip up to Big Bear, CA, our first chance to see snow since our winter in Northern Idaho last year.  As we hiked through the snow shrouded woods, I was reminded again just how lovely everything looks under a blanket of white and how beautifully even the dullest of colors pop against the snowy canvas.  Today’s design finds remind me of that frosted treatment, as each has its own pop of color amid the pale!

    Kauai Baby Milk Vases by Robert Siegal Handmade
    Kauai Baby Milk Vases by Robert Siegal Handmade

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    Ginger Root Sculpture from Lief Shop
    Ginger Root Sculpture from Leif Shop

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    Whimsical Vessel... 3 Dots by Clay Swan
    Whimsical Vessel… 3 Dots by Clay Swan

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    Doris Bank porcelain
    Doris Bank porcelain

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    Here’s hoping your weekend is filled with lots of color among the pale winter lights!

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  • Friday Design Finds: Palette + Plate

    Friday Design Finds: Palette + Plate

    I’m a firm believer that the beauty of objects we use every day enhances our simple daily rituals.  That doesn’t mean every meal should be eaten off Royal Dalton china with fine silver, but we do eat with our eyes as much as our mouths, so why not help even the most ordinary of meals a lovely experience?  Here are some “painted” plates that would make any meal feel a bit more artsy!

    Splash Dinner Plate by Liberty London

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    Mixed Tableware by Laurens Van Wieringen

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    Andrew Ludick

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    Dipped set by Sydney Studios

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    Hmm.. wonder if we could get any of these in time for Thanksgiving next Thursday? 🙂  Happy weekend, Artsies!

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