September 7, 2011 – 5:00 am
Ace designs from Boston-area firm Oat Creative. I was particularly excited to learn they are responsible for Island Creek Oyster Bar’s identity and menus, as it’s a restaurant I’m quite eager to check out. (I mean really, what’s not to love about great design and oysters?) Check out more Oat fabulosity at their website. images […]
September 2, 2011 – 5:00 am
Ah, September is here: my favorite month – probably because we’ll celebrate both my boys’ birthdays. The weather still trends sunny + warm, but the light takes on that golden, autumn tone …. and the nights are cooler …. and the routines are back. (I do love my routines.) Here are some of my favorite […]
August 31, 2011 – 5:00 am
Peggy Wong: where do I even begin? The woman is crazy talented. Not only does she produce some graphically exquisite paper products (and rugs and art direction), but I’ve long admired her photographic eye. Her tumblr photo blog, away, simply and delightfully captures the emotion in the places and spaces she visits. (I’m fortunate to count […]
August 24, 2011 – 5:00 am
Without fail, I spend the month of August compiling a school supplies wish list. Something about a crisp notebook, pencil and eraser just resonates with me at this time of year, even though it’s been ages since I went “back to school”. Here are some of my 2011 finds. Perhaps you’ll be tempted to restock, […]
August 17, 2011 – 5:00 am
I have an endless fascination with antique maps: the older; the better. These découpage trays, from Ben’s Garden, would serve as lovely travel souvenirs …. or even better, combine with airline tickets for an extra-special way to say “Guess where we’re headed next?” images courtesy of ben’s garden: click over to see even more options, […]
