TAYLOR gourmet deli
Today I just received my first issue of Dwell after re-subscribing. and one story (among many) that caught my eye was a story about two childhood friends who grew up in the Philadelphia area and moved to D.C. to open up a deli. They are not designers, but they have designer’s eyes. Together they created Taylor Gourmet Deli, a hoagie shop featuring an industrial style with chain link fencing, skid pallets, exposed brick, and a roll-up aluminum... Read More
INDEX – A Designers Resource Fair
Tonight at the Navy Yard, AIGA Philly is hosting the INDEX event which is a designers resource fair “to learn about the latest goods and services available and interact with the largest community of creatives in Philadelphia”. It’s running from 7pm – 9pm and costs $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and is FREE for AIGA Members. If you are not a member of AIGA you must have already pre-registered. If you are a member you... Read More
Letters & Ligatures and News
I made myself drive to the Letters & Ligatures show in Philadelphia, and not because I didn’t want to go but because I hate going out at all really. But this show was worth facing the public and weaving through a crowd to see the perfectly cut letterforms and bright colors exhibited by House Industries at the 222 Gallery. News And the NEWS. I am officially freelancing FULL Time. So if you are in need of design work or know of someone... Read More
Letters & Ligatures TONIGHT
Tonight is the opening reception for Letters & Ligatures in Philadelphia at the 222 Gallery. Are you going? I am. I don’t venture out much so if you want to meet me now would be the time! Visual nomenclature fuels language, facilitates communication and forms the basis of a civilized society. Without standardized lexigraphy, we could not create the essence of truth, allowing history to pass on the tongues of those who change it to suit... Read More
Will Hoge
He’s coming to Philadephia at the end of this month and I just purchased his new album Draw the Curtains. I don’t know why but he puts me in a mood, I don’t know how to explain it really. Will Hoge’s new music has a touch more Bluegrass than his album Again Somewhere Tomorrow which had a bit more of a Southern Rock sound but it doesn’t matter which genre he falls into, I love his voice. I first discovered him on Virb... Read More
Mikey Burton
So – my son woke me up at 6:30am – to ask me if we were going camping. I replied “no, not today”. Last night we visited friends and family who were camping and it’s prepared him for the official camping season, unfortunately our first trip isn’t for four weeks. I am now prepared to be asked when we are going camping 4 million times until then. I’d rather be camping anyway. But, the good news is I decided to pop on... Read More
Dr. Sketchy’s
Are you feeling nostalgic lately about art school? Do you miss the good ol’ days of 2-D or drawing class when you would sit in a room with a handful (or more) of strangers and stare at a naked human being? Well, feel the hurt no more and join others at the Fleisher Art Memorial for a Dr. Sketchy’s session! Dr. Sketchy’s is a self-proclaimed Anti-Art School where cabaret meets art school. They tap into local talent for a pool of... Read More
Spool
Are you crafty, can you sew? I for one probably could but just choose not to. My mom on the other hand is amazing at sewing anything you can throw at her. That’s probably why I like Spool, a Philadelphia-based place for sewing enthusiasts or the newbie. They offer classes, a store to buy your fabrics and more. Located at 1912 South Street in Philadelphia, learn more by visiting the website. Read More
Be a Hero
lightning Little Hero Capes are from former-Philadelphia native Allison Faunce. Her Little Hero Capes are for the creative child aspiring to soar above the clouds in hopes to save the day. But that’s not the best part, Allison allows you to save the day by donating capes to terminally ill children who are in need of some cheer and distraction in their lives. Each Courage Cape purchased by you will be delivered (FREE of charge) directly to a... Read More
Cheesesteak on the Brain
Yesterday the family and I went to Adventure Aquarium in Camden and while down that way decided to pick up some good eats at Geno’s. Yum! Wogies Jason Santa Maria (a grad from KU) has a great post on finding the closest thing to a Philly cheesteak in New York City. When you come from Philadelphia it tends to creep up on you how much you miss the good food (cheesesteaks, Tastykakes, etc.) that are regional items. Jason formed a Cheesteak Crawl... Read More
