Arctic Banking

I'm totally digging this modern polar bear bank from Etsy seller Blue Bell Bazaar. I'm pretty sure it would keep my pennies safe! Check out more great vintage finds here.

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Limbo Jewelry by Edson Enriquez

From left to right - Tiger's Eye round lariat, Lava Rock round lariat, and Turquoise round lariat [each $89].

I just came across Limbo Jewelry and was stunned by the simplicity and beauty of these pieces. I love understated jewelry and think these necklaces are gorgeous!

Edson Enriquez is the creative force behind Limbo Jewelry. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico in 1980, Edson went on to study Industrial Design at ITESO University in Guadalajara. It was there that he became aquainted with the art of metal smithing and quickly learned the disciplines of jewelry making.

His collections are handcrafted and available only in limited editions through LimboJewelry.com or EdsonEnriquez.etsy.com.

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Pretty Random Objects

I just love these bird vases from Etsy seller Pretty Random Objects - the simplicity of form just does it for me!


Pretty Random Objects is a lovely little shop combining the work of three sisters and their mother. From their bio:

My family and I live in the SF Bay Area, spread out in the East Bay and on the peninsula. My mom is originally from the tiny, very lovely island of Okinawa. We (the daughters) were fortunate to have spent a small amount of time living in Okinawa when we were really young, and have gone back to visit several times over the years. My sisters and I love all things Japanese, and our work shows the influence. We especially love cute things!

This shop is run mostly by sister Joanna Mendicino, the artist/ceramicist behind those endearing little bird vases. About herself and her work, she writes:

I started making pottery in 1996, when I took my first ceramics class taught by Richard Akers at Contra Costa College. From there I went on to U.C. Berkeley, and continued to take a few ceramic courses taught by Richard Shaw, and assistant Sue Whitmore. I received my B.A. in Art from U.C. Berkeley in the winter of 1998. In 2002, I decided that it was time to take the plunge and work on my pottery full time.

I like to think of my work as “crafty modern” – I make simple, clean forms, with a very handmade touch to it. On most of my work I will make cutouts into the vessel, my signature design element. I will also carve into the piece using a pencil, or knife tool. The images I work with are often things that I have been drawn to since I was young: like pebbles, cobblestone pathways, and animals. I am also fascinated with taking that image and paring it down to the simplest form possible.

Lucky for you, Pretty Random Objects is having their once-yearly sale from now until January 15th! So hurry over to their shop and pick up some lovely objects for yourself or a friend!

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LAST CHANCE!

My awesome BUY 1, GET 1 FREE SALE ends tomorrow! Don't miss this opportunity to pick up some of your favorite prints! Be sure to tell your friends and head on over to The Shop to see what's available - I don't think you'll be disappointed!

Prints + Print Sets available from $10 - $70.

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OCTOPI

I've been seeing a lot of octopus related things lately - and I kind of like it.
There's just something about those tentacles, right?

Check out this gorgeous, tentacliscious jewelry by OctopusME! Each piece is created from real tentacles cast in sterling silver. If my ears were pierced, I think I'd get the earrings - they are just so unique.

More about the octopus and why it's so cool [from OctopusME!]:
The Octopus is a symbol of Transformation and Regeneration. Because of its reputation of changing colors to match its backgrounds, the octopus is also known as the Master of Disguise. Octopuses also have the power to regenerate. If an octopus loses an arm in battle it can grow a new one. Some can even detach and arm to distract predators and then grow another! Don't mess with the octopus because they can stun or kill you with one poisonous bite. The poison is called tetrodotoxin which is the same as Fugu, the puffer fish served in Japan. So treat your Octopus with Love!

Octopus jewelry from OctopusME! from $45 - $450.


Check out more glorious octopus products:
Octopi Cups - Available from Design Public
Octopus Wallpaper - Available from Go Home
Octopus Pillow - Available from Fawn&Forest
Octopoda Earrings - Available from Untamed Menagerie
My Pet Octopus Necklace - Available from ModCloth

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Recession Schmession!

If there's one good thing about a recession, it's the sales. From now until the end of the year (that would be December 31st) I am offering a BUY 1 GET 1 FREE sale on all prints. Buy one print, get one of equal or lesser value FREE. So head on over to the shop and pick up a few prints!

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Karl Lagerfelt

Melanie Howard makes and sells clever little felt puppets of well-known figures out of her Esty shop, MullishMuse. Mr Lagerfelt is probably my favorite.


"Karl Lagerfelt"
Karl is a serious fellow. Serious about fashion, that is. He is a felt puppet that will fit a very thin modelesque type finger, pencil, or pipe cleaner. He is wearing a hand sewn Italian-like suit with stylish tie and starched collar. He also has his trademark ponytail. Basically, he's extremely fun for parties and is always in style.

Karl is not suitable for small children though. (Unless they are mad about fashion and are over 4 years old)

To see more famous people re-imagined through felt, stop by mullishmuse.etsy.com.

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Paige Russell

Paige Russell makes beautiful things. I am especially enamored with the lovely stoneware in her Spout collection.




This Parsons School of Design grad was named one of the "Top 20 young designers to watch out for" in the 2001 edition of Wallpaper magazine's Design Directory. Her work has also been featured in Interior Design, City, Bucks, and Inspired House magazines as well as the Cooper-Hewitt Design Museum.

Check out her portfolio for more handsome wares and stop by her Etsy shop to get some for yourself (or a friend)!

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MissMosh

Very fun and playful felt stockings from Etsy seller MissMosh. These are sure to brighten your holidays!



About MissMosh:
I am a proud one woman show. Everything I make is fretted and fussed over with you in mind. I am constantly evolving and looking for ways to improve product -- searching for that balance between polished professional products and handmade uniqueness.

Like what you see? Check out more MissMosh products here.

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