United Fakes
Wow, I’ve been truly admiring stop-motion and video work and have never really tried my hand at it. I am in awe of the work of UnitedFakes. reel 09 from UnitedFakes on Vimeo. And not only do they show the finished pieces, they also show the “making of” in several of their projects. I really admire there use of not your everyday materials and willingness to play and experiment.
Sarah Illenberger
I wish I could pinpoint her style but I would say it’s a mash-up of craft meets high-end design. The paper, the texture, the typography… it’s all there. Sarah Illenberger is a visual artist/designer in Berlin who on occasion will team up with a photographer, but the majority of her work is solely hers. There is much, much more to see on her website. “What initially sounds quite abstract, in reality, is mostly practical in that her creations are not generated on a computer but rather by meticulous handwork, sometimes incorporating the most mundane materials.”
The Finishing School
Amazing craft and design by Sophie Williams for a stationery brand created using end-of-line sketchbooks as writing paper, and envelopes from the pages of donated books from the National History Museum. ‘The Finishing School’ was devised as my stationary brand with a conscious focus of reusing paper and other materials already in circulation.
Hand Stamp
I found these numerical stamps on Etsy in the store of Primele. What a great gift for someone, or to use on invites. I love the zip code idea.
Mums the Word
I just received my Paper Source catalog in the mail and this Mums Wreath Kit caught my eye, but for another purpose. These flowers would be great to use in a wedding for groomsmen, combine them to make a bride’s bouquet, or other decorations. I know you folks are crafty and could make it happen. Aren’t they great?! The kits costs just $19.95 from Paper Source. Not your colors? Well you could always use the kit as a template and make your own flowers using your colors!
You’re Flagged!
This weekend was amazing! Time was well spent with friends, family, and most importantly with my husband and son. While most of you were eating barbecue, downing lots of drinks (alcoholic or not) just to stay cool in the high-90 degree temps, I was thinking of these amazing flags on a time to get. I’ve lived in this home for three years and realized, I have NO flag to hang outside. So I was thinking of making my very own, and I wondered how people (especially dedicated patriots) would feel if I used a slightly different star pattern. They are so pretty! Would you find it offensive or confusing?!
Miniature Rhino
I love everything in the Miniature Rhino etsy shop! Cute, small, and affordable items for … well, anyone really! I really love the product photos, simply done but you can tell they were thought out. (I lesson I probably need to learn for my own shop.)
Kid Made Modern
I saw this adorable how-to (below) in the recent newsletter from GOOP, and couldn’t resist sharing it with you. It comes from the book Kid Made Modern by Todd Oldham featuring projects inspired by mid-century artists and designers. The projects use inexpensive and recycled materials for it’s creative tutorials. I think we will definitely try this wooden spoon project in our house. Wooden spoons can be found at any flea market, salvation army, or goodwill store.
Jaq Belcher
Jaq Belcher is a real talent with paper. Just take a look at jaqbelcher.com and I’m sure you’ll agree.
Glass Antlers
Last night while perusing the online guide of DirectTV, a show on Wheaton Arts caught my eye. One artist that jumped out at me was Charlotte Potter who was creating antlers out of glass. Some were clear and some were black and each were tediously made. I wish I had more photos to share with you but I don’t. You can view the program I watched, follow this link: New Glass at Wheaton and click on New Glass at Wheaton entire show to see Charlotte form the antlers and other artists. Only available at the NJN (new jersey public television) website.
