Posted in Entertaining & Occasions, Fabulous Finds, tagged charity, kids diy, paint project, party activities, ralph lauren on July 31, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Surprise the kids with this fun activity and help support the Pediatric Art Program at Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s Cancer Center.
Ralph Lauren has fashioned a novel approach to charitable giving with the Paint Your Own Polo Kit. A fresh white Polo arrives in a custom Can that is stocked with non-toxic paints, sponge brushes and a rubber stamp.
The kits would make a fantastic Birthday Party activity for boys or girls! We plan on picking up a few for an end of summer “Paint Party.” enjoy hh
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged designer sales, invitation only sales, luxury goods, sample sales on July 30, 2008| 8 Comments »
Friends since their college days at Harvard, Alexis Maybank and Alexandra Wilkis Wilson are young entrepreneurs who seized the idea of using the internet to reach a shopping segment they coined “aspirational” luxury buyers – those buyers who want luxury goods but cannot quite afford them.
Utilizing their Harvard Business Degrees and work experiences between the two that included tenures at Ebay, AOL e commerce, Bulgari and Louis Vuitton, Maybank and Wilkis Wilson managed to raise over 5 million in equity funding and the interest of Kevin Ryan, founder of DoubleClick who provided additional seed money. Gilt Groupe debuted last November as the online version of a New York Sample Sale – sans long lines and shoving.
Gilt Groupe provides access to high-end designer fashions for Men, Women, Children and most recently luxury home goods at prices up to 70% off retail. What’s the catch? You must register for this invitation only shopping experience – the sales last only 36 hours and feature merchandise from a single designer.
Sales are first-come-first served, so it is wise to log in early for the best selections. Recent sales included luxury merchandise from John Varvatos, Micheal Kors, Tibi, Valentino, Ralph Lauren and Kim Seybert Home.
As a friend of Write On and More, send us and email and we will forward the invitation or click here to enjoy “Gilt Free” shopping. Enjoy. HH
Sources & Images: Gilt.com and Forbes.com, First discovered via Everything That’s Vital
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged accessories, clutch, fashion, moroccan print, mz wallace on July 30, 2008| Leave a Comment »
If your summer travel plans do not include a trip to Marrakech, you can still indulge your penchant for Moroccan inspired patterns with this clutch from M Z Wallace.
The interior is lined in satin and has a large zipper pocket plus open pockets for your gadgets and essentials. Available here. Enjoy HH
Posted in Eco Chic, tagged Eco Chic, reusable, stainless steel on July 29, 2008| 1 Comment »
Posted in Home Decor, So Write Now, tagged ballard designs, home accents, porcelain, succulents on July 27, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Porcelain Succulents - Ballard Designs
Add a touch of modern-organic design with this set of Porcelain Succulents from Ballard Designs. Enjoy HH
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged anthony biancaniello, glass, glass blowing, handmade on July 25, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Revo's Summer Fruit Set
Artist and glass blower Anthony Biancaniello, masterfully creates a delectable assortment of summer fruits. View his entire line here. Enjoy HH
Posted in Fabulous Finds on July 25, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged accessories, color trends, grey on July 24, 2008| 1 Comment »
Posted in The Garden, tagged decorating, flowers, garden, hydrangeas on July 23, 2008| 1 Comment »
One of our favorite summer plants is the Hydrangea. We will have months to enjoy an abundance of dense blooms that will beautifully transition from blues and purples to pinks and greens by summer’s end.
A few fresh cut pompoms can make a dramatic statement in any room.
Posted in Latest Likes, tagged fall trends, fashion, heritage trends, leather, plaid, tartan on July 22, 2008| 1 Comment »
It appears we have yet another season to salute Scottish heritage – tartan could not be missed in many designer’s Fall 2008 runway collections. The current summer temperatures may make it difficult to imagine yourself wrapped in wool, but come September this “heritage trend” will definitely start to heat up…
D&G Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
Bruno Frisoni Tartan Sandal
Photo Courtesy of Vogue.fr
If you prefer a more subtle approach, these tartan inspired accessories will still keep you on trend:
Leather Passport Holders and Powerbook Sleeve by Baekgaard Ltd. are available from writeonandmore.com
Hopefully you have been inspired to add a “touch of tartan” to your fall wardrobe and if you are feeling creative, you can design your own tartan pattern with the Interactive Weaver at House of Tartan.
We designed our own Tartan (above) and could have a fabric woven with this pattern. Create your own original today. Enjoy HH
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged art, klaus dupont, natural art, scultpures on July 21, 2008| Leave a Comment »
German artist, Klaus Dupont, has a passion for creating the most fascinating sculptures from exotic natural materials.
Working with antique metal, marble and wood, Dupont constructs intricate pedestals to display his found treasures. Antelope horns, rock crystals, coral from China and African glass beads are some of the decorative elements that are transformed into original and timeless sculptures. Visit duponts.de Enjoy HH
Posted in Home Decor, tagged handmade, heather frazier, Home Decor, mobile, recylced on July 18, 2008| Leave a Comment »
This colorful mobile designed by Heather Frazier, is constructed using carefully selected imagery from recycled magazine pages. Each two sided element is hand cut and strung with monofilament. Available at Frazier & Wing Enjoy HH
Posted in Home Decor, tagged art, digital art, elly nelly, hand made, Home Decor, illustrations, prints, wall decals on July 18, 2008| 2 Comments »
We are just smitten with the designs of the mother and daughter duo – Elaine and Nell Oliver of Elly Nelly. Their line of prints are completely hand drawn, painted and patterned then digitally printed on heavy weight paper. Our favorites, Lace Study One and Two, in a very classic navy blue / white color combination would look lovely in crisp white frames. Each print is individually signed.
Elly Nelly also produces an amazing collection of wall graphics. Interestingly, Elaine lives in Cairns, Australia while her daughter Nell is based in New York – hooray for technology! Enjoy HH
Posted in Entertaining & Occasions, tagged eloquent ink, hand crafted, platters, porcelain, tabletop on July 17, 2008| 1 Comment »
The nature inspired designs of Massachusetts based, Eloquent Ink, now grace a stunning line of porcelain plates and platters. Working with local artisans, each piece is hand-crafted and accented with either 22 karat gold or platinum. Functional art for your table! Enjoy HH
Posted in Home Decor, tagged Design, french country, french furniture, garden accessories, Home Decor, home furniture, mirabeau on July 16, 2008| Leave a Comment »
“Live as in Provence,” is the theme of the German catalogue and online company Mirabeau.
We came across this website via RoomGoods and found the most fabulous home decor and garden accessories – all with such wonderful French flair. How great is the faux fur throw on the wicker chair?
The photography and product styling are very well done. We know you will find some design inspiration with Mirabeau’s mix of period pieces.
You will have to brush up on your German to read the site! All images from Mirabeau-versand.de Enjoy HH
Posted in Children, tagged art, books, children's gifts, degas, monet, shower gifts on July 15, 2008| Leave a Comment »
My daughter received a wonderful puzzle for her recent birthday, The Dance Class by Edgar Degas. As soon as she saw the picture, she exclaimed, “Oh, I know who painted this, I have a book with the other dance pictures.”
As a mother, I did feel a slight surge of pride when my 6 year old recognized this “masterpiece” and the artist’s other body of work. I also remembered well the book my daughter was referencing, a fabulous board book with the most melodic text – Dancing with Degas by Chronicle Books. This book and another in the series, A Picnic With Monet, were read to my daughters so often, that I can still recite each from memory.
Authored by Julie Merberg (currently the president of Downtown Bookworks Inc.) and Suzanne Bober (an avid art collector), these imaginative and playful books are sure to become some of the most well read in your child or grandchild’s collection.
The Mini Masters Boxed Set would make an excellent shower or new baby gift. Featuring the work of Degas, Monet, Matisse and Van Gogh, this 4 book collection will provide a wonderful introduction to a world of beautiful art. This extensive series of books also includes the art of Seurat, Cassatt, Picasso, Gauguin, Rousseau and Renior. Start your adventure today. Enjoy HH
Posted in So Write Now, tagged holly nicolls, jewelry, resin, tribal jewelry on July 14, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Launched earlier this year by Holly Archer Nicolls, Most Common Most Rare jewelry collection combines an antique look with thoroughly modern forms.
The signature bangle cuffs are reproductions of Central Asian tribal art cast in luminous resin.
Posted in Home Decor, tagged decoylab, graphic design, handmade, illustration, nursery decor, paper, print on July 13, 2008| 1 Comment »
Wonderful animal illustrations and beautiful typeface printed with environmentally friendly ink make this poster the perfect accessory for a nursery or a young child’s room.
Created by designer Maiko Kuzunishi for Decoylab
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged art, dahlia, paintings on July 12, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Home Decor, tagged furniture, modern, sleek furniture on July 11, 2008| Leave a Comment »
This well proportioned Bar Cabinet would work perfectly in an apartment or small entertaining space. The cabinet is covered with white cowskin and opens to a single glass shelf and mirrored back. The crossed stainless steel legs are collapsible. Available from Graham and Green Enjoy HH
Posted in Eco Chic, tagged eco friendly, pest contol, vintage look on July 9, 2008| 4 Comments »
The greener way to catch flies….
Fill the bottom of the fly catcher vessel with sugarwater and flies will enter through a hole and cannot escape. We really enjoy the vintage glass look, available from Farmhouse Wares. Enjoy HH
Posted in Eco Chic, tagged accessories, coffee cuff, eco friendly design, veneer on July 9, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The Bentwood Line by Vancouver based Contexture Designs Workshop is composed of wooden jewelry and accessories created from reclaimed architectural veneer off cuts.
One of our favorites, the Coffee Cuff is made of exotic wood scraps that are glued and shaped by hand. The cuff, which doubles as a bracelet will satisfy your desire for “eco chic” designs that have both form and function. Enjoy HH
Posted in Entertaining & Occasions, Fabulous Finds, tagged Design, industreal design, laser cut, maurizio meroni, placemat, tabletop on July 7, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Laser cut tablemats designed by Maurizio Meroni
The center piece can be easily removed for use as a coaster.
Constructed of a polyurethane fabric with special iridescent colors. The Stelle Collection is available from Industreal Designs. Enjoy HH
Posted in Fabulous Finds, tagged clay flowers, deco clay, diy, flowers, handmade on July 7, 2008| Leave a Comment »
You can create these:
From this:
The beautiful bouquets were created by Diane Phillips of DK Designs.
Unfortunately, my design talent never made it past this stage:
Posted in Inspirational Design, Popular Culture, tagged contests, Design, philippe starck, reality tv on July 7, 2008| 1 Comment »
Bon Pure White Rocking Chair – Phillipe Starck 2008
Internationally renowned designer, Philippe Starck, has plans to make his mark on the “Reality-TV” sensation (and perhaps design a new flat screen tv during the process!). The BBC Two and Starck have teamed up to create a new television series – Philippe Starck’s School of Design. 25 aspiring British designers will vie for 10 spots at this newly created school in Paris and the opportunity to learn and work alongside Stark. The ultimate winner will receive a 6 month placement at Starck’s Paris Office.
Starck is quoted as saying “”What excites me about this project is that it’s about the future. We are trying to find the talent of young people. We don’t want the fashion victim or the design victim; we’re seeking the people who do, the people who actually make something.”
“That’s why this show can be a wake-up machine. It will also show that no one needs to be a genius to be creative. Creativity is accessible,” he added. (via Guardian UK)
Now I need to find out if I my cable package carries the BBC Two! Enjoy HH
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