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Craft, Fashion and Folklore

August 25th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Fashion, Handmade

Is luxury to be found in the outrageously expensive, or rather in precious and unique objects? Johanna Törnqvist is educated in fashion design, ceramics and image therapy, and has worked in Paris, New York and Japan. Today she lives and works in Stockholm. Her neck ribbons were exhibited at the Röhsska Museum of Fashion, Design [...]

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Pen and ink

August 20th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Handmade, Uncategorized

Nosideup, graduated from Product Design at Central St. Martins, London. She studied Fine Arts in Barcelona and is currently studying for a Master in Contemporary Art History and Visual Culture in Madrid. She also makes these beautiful pen and ink drawings… for more please see her Etsy shop.

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Not your Grandmothers Pearls

August 13th, 2010 · No Comments · Handmade

I could not resist to post this image. Is’n it a great photo? It is Yokoo in her Etsy shop, showing het latest necklace. Mostly she makes lovely big woolen (tube) shawls. But so now and then she makes jewelry. This is what Yokoo tells us about her necklace: “ These are definitely not your [...]

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Swing

July 6th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Handmade, Jewelry

Now why didn’t I dream up a clever idea like this? Handmade swing made of oiled Beechwood that acts as a jewelry piece for your home.
 Made by Johanna Richter, for sale at Sleek Identity Via Handmade Charlotte

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Studio Dunn

June 29th, 2010 · No Comments · Design, Handmade

This simple and stylish wood furniture caught my eye the other day. It reminds me a bit of Shaker furniture… don’t you think? Studio Dunn works in woods, metals, glass, and ceramics though focuses primarily in the area of woodwork. The studio is located on Rhode Island and is led by designer and founder Asher [...]

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Fair Trade

June 18th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Fashion, Handmade

Twenty years ago I bought my first African basket in a second hand shop. They are virtually indestructible, only the color fades over time. They are also useful, very light and they carry a whole lot. Suddenly I see the baskets everywhere, including on the net. Through Handmade Charlotte and Dai Design I found Baskets [...]

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Etsy finds

June 15th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Fashion, Handmade, Uncategorized

Today I show you a few handmade finds on Etsy, which I hope you enjoy! Maybe, print by Jellena from Portland Oregone Benche rope in black by Madshome, Orlando Florida Handmade bag by Sarah North, London, England (now on sale!) Multi color Rope Bench by Madshome

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In the meantime…

June 4th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Animals, Handmade, In the Meantime..., My Work, Uncategorized

Jan is working on a new sculpture… has Lucky Fons the dog, who was adopted by us from the shelter a few months ago, decided to trust us unconditionally and that makes life easier for everyone… has Lois of 13Threads, yes… the one of the beautiful handmade clothes, a new design skirt in her shop… [...]

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Bagsbagsbags!

May 24th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Fashion, Handmade

Cindy Jeurissen and I met at the Jewelry Fair in Amsterdam, where we presented our jewelry and Cindy her fantastic bags. It was then I made the acquaintance of Cindy and her great work. She makes handmade bags that are not only beautiful but also smart and of fine quality. After she graduated at the [...]

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Handmade Hats!

May 13th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Fashion, Handmade

Terry Graziano is another artist on Etsy with (I think) amusing and beautiful photography. Her hats are traditional, yet modern, mostly made of wool and all handmade by Terry Graziano. Terry is in the middle of moving from New York City to Chicago. That’s why her Etsy shop is empty at the moment. Take a [...]

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