chewingthecud

We have moved...

2010-12-03T00:01:00.000-08:00

Ah yes, before the going gets crazy (if it hasn't already), we thought we'd better get a move on...

We are so excited to announce our new blog!
All you fine followers, please update your RSS feed to: http://www.chewingthecud.com/blog/feed/

image: rae dunn

Gobble Gobble... at 30% off!

2010-11-26T05:00:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving lovelies! So much to be thankful for this year...

We are offering a 30% off everything in our shop starting today, till Monday. Use the discount code: GOBBLE30 at checkout, and spread the word!

Not a bad way to stock up for the holidays... gobble gobble... xo

Something new in the works...

2010-11-16T10:58:00.000-08:00

Pardon the silence. Our new blog is coming soon... stay tuned!

image: Elizabeth Messina

P.S. Our Big Ideas journal available here

Kseniya Simonova: Sand Artist Extraordinaire

2010-11-08T07:22:00.000-08:00

This is an amazing sand animation by Kseniya Simonova depicting the horrific loss and sadness of the Ukranian people during WWII.

More about the narration here
Video link here

May the Force be with you...

2010-11-03T12:02:00.000-07:00

Since you guys asked, our Maika was Princess Leia for Halloween. This was due to 1. a sewing-challenged mommie who couldn't quite get her act together and 2. Maika's buddy, Hayden deigned to be Luke for the day.

The whole costume was glued together. I ♥ Fabric-Tac.

Vintage Baseball Tickets

2010-11-02T06:37:00.000-07:00

In honor of the World Champions... welcome home SF Giants!

image source here

Strange Soap

2010-10-28T07:13:00.000-07:00

Talk about brain wash...

How about these clean pearlies? Looks like I have Halloween on my mind. No pun intended.

Debbie Powell

2010-10-25T12:29:00.000-07:00

From sketch to product: from London-based illustrator and printmaker Debbie Powell.

Also check out her latest packaging design for Sparrow & Co candle collection

Something new...

2010-10-21T07:34:00.000-07:00

... now available at our shop...

images: Kristen Loken | design & styling: chewing the cud

The Art of the Dinner Party

2010-10-18T07:09:00.000-07:00

Jennifer Rubell creates food projects that are a hybrid of performance and installation art. This particular occasion was a wedding at the Saatchi gallery where guests were invited to dine on unmade beds.

Oyster installation at the reception.

At the Brooklyn Museum Gala, a mountain of chips were served with tubes of mayonnaise in the background. Watch the video here.

Gigantic breads at the Brooklyn Museum Gala.

Images from top: 1. Kevin Tachman | 2. Stephen White | 3. + 4. John Berens

Maira Kalman

2010-10-13T07:27:00.000-07:00

I finally made it to the Maira Kalman exhibition (Maira Kalman: Various Illuminations (of a Crazy World) at the Jewish Museum last week.

charming. luminous. enchanting... I think I love her writing as much as her artwork.

Check out her "elements of style" movie here. and her blog for the NYTimes.

Nature on Linen

2010-10-11T11:57:00.000-07:00

by Tjitske van Leeuwen

Squeak Carnwath

2010-10-08T10:40:00.000-07:00

I've loved Squeak Carnwath's work for a long long time. Leafing through her book always cheers me up. The book is now out of print but you might just get lucky enough to find one here.

As Carnwath puts it, " Art is the antidote that reminds us to breathe, to feel the soles of our feet and the touch of the ground on the bottom of our toes."

Yummy Advertisements

2010-10-04T11:48:00.000-07:00

These ads made me smile...

Kit Kat bench by JWT London
Milky Way bar's Stretchy Caramel by BBDO New York

Tiny Sweets

2010-10-01T07:48:00.000-07:00

Good things do come in small packages. In this case, really tiny packages.
Stéphanie Kilgast creates mini pastries to be filled in doll houses around the world.

Here's to a weekend filled with many tiny pleasures...

via whatthecool

Manufactured Totems

2010-09-30T07:49:00.000-07:00

Talk about abundance...

Photographer Alain Delorme uses these manufactured totems to illustrate the rise of materialism, a.k.a the new "Chinese dream".

Real Moss Ring

2010-09-27T07:10:00.000-07:00

... as in you need to water it to keep it alive.
Reminds me of this craze a while back.

ring created by by Cometman (jewelry designer) and Kokeya (bonsai designer.)
via spoon & tamago

Spätzle is in your Neighbourhood

2010-09-24T07:09:00.000-07:00

Rilla Alexander made 20 blank toys and sent them to artists around the world. They brought their toy to life and then sent it back to her. The project was called Neighbourhood and Spätzle is one of the toys from the project.

From Rilla (about Spätzle):
"He doesn't like to talk much because when he does his spätzle hair gets in his mouth and he eats it. It can be dangerous to eat too much of yourself."

Takashi Murakami at Versailles

2010-09-23T07:18:00.000-07:00

Takashi Murakami is making a big splash again. This time in France. 22 of his manga-inspired sculptures against the grandoise backdrop of Château of Versailles. ... outrageously bold.

NY Fashion Week Invites

2010-09-21T07:57:00.000-07:00


Parkchoonmoo

Rachel Antonoff

Oh how cool would it be to receive one of these invitations in the mail...

Delicious stitching...

2010-09-20T07:48:00.000-07:00

translation: A well-salted salad with little vinegar.
my translation: wow.

via they draw and cook.

Now We are Three

2010-09-17T06:46:00.000-07:00

Happy weekend lovelies...

Photo by the amazing Elizabeth Messina... thank you dear!

Logos w/ Hiddn Symbolism

2010-09-15T12:52:00.000-07:00

Tickled pink by these...
more here

Lost Values

2010-09-14T07:00:00.000-07:00

Reflective Lace

What's a girl gotta do to get some attention?
Reflective lace... but of course.

via Lost Values

Happy Friday...

2010-09-10T07:06:00.000-07:00

Out milking the cows...

Well, not really. We've been slammed with a few amazing projects here, one of which is a holiday shoot with the lovely Kristen Loken... more goodness coming soon...

Happy friday lovelies!

Image by Kristen Loken Photography; styling by chewing the cud

The Art of Cake

2010-09-08T09:03:00.000-07:00


Top: Wayne Thiebaud, Display Cakes, 1963; Bottom: Thiebaud cakes by Caitlin Freeman

Caitlin Freeman (formerly of Miette fame) creates the most beautiful cakes inspired by the art at SFMOMA. She writes about her process here.


Top: Jeff Koons, Michael Jackson and Bubbles, 1988; Bottom: Michael Jackson & Bubbles by Caitlin Freeman

Top: Luc Tuymans, St. Valentine, 1994; Bottom: Tuymans St. Valentine by Caitlin Freeman

Photos of Caitlin's cakes by Charlie Villyard

Chance

2010-09-07T07:06:00.000-07:00

This wonderful brand has made its rounds on the blogs, but I couldn't resist posting. The elegance of their writing and images are so true to the simplicity and sophistication that is "Chance".

"... the striped t-shirt is the paper clip of personal style." 'nuff said.

via simplesong

chewing the cud in Real Simple magazine!

2010-09-02T12:01:00.000-07:00

Run out and grab a copy of the latest Real Simple magazine... we did! Our fabric wraps are featured in the September issue. Hooray!

Real Summer at China Camp

2010-08-31T07:47:00.000-07:00

Two weekends ago, sick of the foggy days in the city, my girlfriend Aya planned a summer picnic out at China Camp in Marin. It was wonderful to finally get a chance to hang out with Cat and her beautiful family. Warm weather, good food, great company... what more could a girl ask for on a lazy Sunday?

Nolan + Cat | Maika + me | Aya + Hayden

Of course we had to end the day with a group shot of all three moms posing with their kiddies...

chewing the cud Down Under

2010-08-30T07:11:00.000-07:00

We have been coveting this adorable store in South Australia for a while now, and we couldn't have been more thrilled when Brown Paper Packages started carrying our fabric wraps!

We are mad for their red-striped teepee!

And how yummy are these square floral baking cups. Tie an apron on me right now...

Speaking of baking...patterned cupcake flags!

and these are a few of my favourite things... oh we ♥ Brown Paper Packages...

ototo design

2010-08-26T11:12:00.000-07:00

Tea Sub


Jumpin Jacks Salad Servers

39 Inch Snail Measuring Tape

These products from Isareli-based Ototo Design Studio made me smile...

The $50,000 Christo and Jeane Claude “Art Edition” Book

2010-08-25T07:57:00.000-07:00

There is no denying that Christo and Jeane Claude's installation pieces have astounded the world over the years. Yes I do love their work. Yes this book is befitting for showcasing their larger-than-life thinking and grandiose production scale projects. But at $50,000 for a book? Yikes!

via lost in a supermarket

Buildings That Look Like Other Things

2010-08-19T07:24:00.000-07:00

The elephant one made me smile but I'm not quite sure what to make of a giant picnic basket building... more here.

ID Blocker

2010-08-17T07:10:00.000-07:00

Here's a nifty way to protect your ID when your handheld shredder is out of reach...

New! Adobe Photoshop Cook

2010-08-12T07:34:00.000-07:00

This stopmotion video had me at "click". Full video here
Presenting the new Adobe Photoshop Cook! (made with cardboard + kitchen utensils). Brilliant!

via artatheart

People at Flea Markets

2010-08-11T07:07:00.000-07:00

I think the title says it all...

more here.

Old and New Book Covers

2010-08-09T07:08:00.000-07:00

Redesigned book covers... then and now. Yay or nay?

Erica and Abe's Wedding

2010-08-05T07:18:00.000-07:00

YAY we were so thrilled to see Erica and Abe's wedding featured on one of our favourite blogs: 100 layer cake! They are such a fun and sweet couple, and it was such an honor to collaborate on their save-the-dates and invitations. Kudos to Grace Edmands for the beautiful calligraphy. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Coffman!!

image source: 1+4+5: chewing the cud; 2+3+6: Stephanie Williams

Preview of Renegade Fair

2010-07-29T11:11:00.000-07:00

Here's a sampling of what we'll be selling at the Renegade Fair, along with some of our favourite artists:

rae dunn
papaververt
flock home
oh, hello friend
the small stakes

and many more...

Trompe l'Oeil stickers

2010-07-28T07:55:00.000-07:00

These trompe l'oeil stickers of real size doors would be so fun for a party. Wait, even more fun for a party with lot of alcohol. *scheming*....

by maison martin margiela via design boom

Renegade Fair San Francisco THIS weekend!

2010-07-27T06:25:00.000-07:00

Join us for the The 3rd Annual Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco!

When:
July 31 + August 1
11am – 7pm

Where
Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion

It's free to attend! Get ready for an overload of craft, art, design and DIY goodness.

If you are in the area, come say hi. We'll be there, armed with fabric wraps, stationery, and a load of other goodies.

Food for Thought

2010-07-23T11:25:00.000-07:00

Food posters created in 1917 during the Great War. Still 100% relevant today. Food for thought...

image source here

Stephen Campbell

2010-07-21T07:12:00.000-07:00

Lovin' these stitched illustrations by Stephen Campbell...

(not so) Hot off the press!

2010-07-20T11:55:00.000-07:00

We're a little late in posting this one, but better late than never. Julie and Nathan's wedding was featured in the June issue of Brides magazine. They are such a sweet couple, with a great sense of humor, which made designing their day-of details so much more fun!

Full listing of the team here:
Ceremony Venue: Trinity Episcopal Church
Reception Venue: San Francisco Ferry Building
Caterer: Paula Le Duc Fine Catering
Photographer: Gertrude and Mabel Photography
Videographer: Weddings on Film
Floral Designer: Nancy Liu Chin Designs
Day-of Paper Goods Designer: Chewing the Cud
Lighting: Got Light
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
Cupcakes: Paula Le Duc Fine Catering
Furniture Rentals: Blueprint Studios
Mariachi Band: Rudolfi Artists in Music
Band: Joe Sharino Band
Photobooth: Photoworks Interactive
Hair Stylist: Theresa Wondra
Makeup Artist: Neja Cosmetics
Transportation: Classic Cable Car
Bridal Gown: Rivini
Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid
Groom's Suit: J Crew

Baby Shower on Style Me Pretty

2010-07-16T11:43:00.000-07:00

We don't want to spoil the fun yet, but this afternoon, one of our favourite wedding blogs, Style Me Pretty will be featuring our baby shower. Lots of fun details and beautiful design from my gals: Stacy, Lisa, Priska, and Lily, and photographed by the stylin' ladies from Gertrude and Mabel photography.

We'll be featuring more details and tutorials in the coming weeks, but for now, stay tuned and happy friday!

image source here

Emigre

2010-07-14T10:21:00.000-07:00

type foundry Emigre's new type specimen catalogue is here!

from Emigre:
Instead of providing rules, which often render safe but bland results, we believe that ultimately any font can be successfully combined with any other font. It's not so much a matter of which font combinations to pick, it's a matter of how you use the fonts in combination. Size, color, tracking, contrast, layout and overall purpose determine how fonts can be combined successfully.

so true...

megan herbert: cappuccino stencils

2010-07-13T11:00:00.000-07:00

these cappuccino / cake stencils are so darling. sprinkle some cozy on your foam... it's like icing on the cake. (or cup).

by Iceland-based illustrator (and writer) Megan Herbert.

The DBA Pen

2010-07-07T10:12:00.000-07:00

think before you write. the DBA 98 pen is the only 98% biodegradable pen in the world. made from potato-based plastic, it's also the only pen to use ink composed of simple, pronounceable ingredients. and it's produced at a wind-powered facility in the United States. can't get much greener than that!

EAT notebooks

2010-07-06T10:58:00.000-07:00

yummy EAT notebooks! I'll take one of each color please.
by korean agency 122kcal design

Mikkel Vang

2010-07-01T07:21:00.000-07:00

All shades of blue from photographer Mikkel Vang

via inchmark journal

Sasaki Kogei

2010-06-29T06:23:00.000-07:00

Woodworking never looked so good. And how would you like to wake up to this breakfast set? Sasaki Kogei's wooden toys are not only adorable, but sustainably created.

image source here

Shannon Rankin

2010-06-28T06:58:00.000-07:00

beautiful and intricate installation : Germinate (5000 seeds) by artist Shannon Rankin

image source here

LUCHA Pop-up!

2010-06-25T06:58:00.000-07:00

This cheeky little pop-up cracked me up. This is what Owen Gatley, the creator had to say about it:
"This scene stages the epic fight between the infamous Mr. Barrios and his arch nemesis, Mephisto."

The pop-up reminded me of my friend Tom's thumb wrestlers.

image source here

Cox and cox

2010-06-24T09:41:00.000-07:00

pretty ideas for events from one of my favourite stores: cox & cox.

Otete Anyo

2010-06-22T14:34:00.000-07:00

These stamps are created with the baby's hand and footprints in real size. What a lovely way to announce the little one's arrival.

P.S. Otete Anyo means hand and foot in japanese.

via Behance

Sonia Rykiel

2010-06-09T11:52:00.000-07:00

Fashion icon, Sonia Rykiel, is showing her private sketches and drawings for the first time in an exhibition at Paris. Love her loose lines and vivid hues...

via Luxury Culture

coffee clip & spoon

2010-06-07T06:57:00.000-07:00

For the caffeine lovers out there, a handy tool for your morning grind...

image source here

NSS Award Winner!

2010-06-01T11:35:00.000-07:00

We just got word that our fabric wraps have been awarded "Best New GiftWrap" by the popular AOL blog, Shelterpop! Check out the full article here. We're so thrilled to be in the good company of the other winners: Elum, 9SpotMonk, Green Stationery and more... congratulations all!

Collaboration with Sunday Suppers

2010-05-19T15:52:00.000-07:00

a while back, we collaborated with one of our favourite blogs, Sunday Suppers, for one of their incredible events. here are some of the details... more on their blog.

images: Karen Mordechai

National Stationery Show 2010

2010-05-12T07:08:00.000-07:00

We'll be exhibiting at the National Stationery Show in NYC on May 16-19. Please stop by booth 2158 to say hi. and view our new designs in fabric wraps and stationery!

The image above is a sneak preview of our new line of reusable fabric GIVE wraps. More to come as we count down to NSS...

image source: chewing the cud

New arrival!

2010-04-28T10:38:00.000-07:00

We're taking a little blogging break to enjoy our little arrival... Maika Olivia Ting.

P.S. The giant elephant in the photo was part of our baby shower decor, made by the amazing girls at Joya Atelier and Stacy McCain. It now resides in the permanent collection in Maika's room.

Photo by Gertrude and Mabel

Satsuma Press Giveaway!

2010-04-25T07:58:00.000-07:00

Our dear friend Lynn, from Satsuma Press has put together a fantastic giveaway here.

Lynn's son, Liam has a neuromuscular disorder called Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2 and they are raising money to remodel the bathroom for him this summer.

The prizes are all donated with love from over 50 designers, including chewing the cud, ban.do, enormous champion, rifle design, heath ceramics... etc. Please take a moment to read Liam's story and make a donation. We're sending you much hope and love, Liam...

The Art of Tim Burton

2010-04-20T06:41:00.000-07:00

A compilation of 40 years of Tim Burton's artistry... click. buy.
Check out his delightful website. Lead the way, stain boy!

World's tiniest Library

2010-04-19T06:35:00.000-07:00

this is such a neat idea...
a classic red phone booth as a tiny public library...
(and the booth was purchased for a mere 1 pound!)

TGIF: It's a Wrap!

2010-04-16T09:33:00.000-07:00

Today we'll be using our "Give Luck" wrap to demonstrate a technique for gifting a long rectangular box.
1. Lay wrap face-down and place the box off center, and with its length parallel to you.

2. Start rolling box away from you. Take the longer end.

3. Start twisting till you reach about 4 inches from the end.

4. Fold over to opposite end and tie a knot.

5. Fluff ends so the "Give Luck" message shows. Voila!

Happy friday and happy wrapping, folks!

LuckyBoySunday

2010-04-15T08:22:00.000-07:00

"... silly, seriously, joyful, graphics, dreams..." from LuckyBoySunday.

yup. my kind of design philosophy...

Culinary Flags

2010-04-14T07:03:00.000-07:00

The Sydney International Food Festival, together with Whybin TBWA Australia used iconic foods from participating countries to represent their respective flags... so clever! Guess which countries these are and many more here..

Heather Chontos

2010-04-13T07:26:00.000-07:00

Loving the bold lines of Heather Chontos...

From prop styling to art direction to set design, her skill sets are highly impressive. Read about her beginnings here...

image source here

Hot off the press: Daily Candy

2010-04-12T09:11:00.001-07:00

it's a rainy monday but we're smiling from ear to ear here at the studio.... thank you for the shoutout Daily Candy!

check out our full wedding collections here and here.

TGIF: It's a Wrap!

2010-04-09T06:50:00.000-07:00

Today we'll be learning to wrap 2 books in a chic carry-on style. Shown here is our Give Joy wrap, but any square-ish fabric will work too.

1. Place fabric wrap face-down. Lay the 2 books in the middle.

2. Turn books outward. Repeat.

3. Take the ends of the wrap and tuck them inside each book.

4. Lift the books and fold inward until they are next to each other again.

4. Take the opposite ends of the fabric and bring them towards each other. Pull across opposite ends.

5. Still holding the 2 ends, flip the whole thing over. Tie a knot with the ends.

6. Voila! a tote to tote your books!

TGIF and happy wrapping, folks...

What type are you?

2010-04-06T07:22:00.000-07:00

apparently Archer hairline... in my case.
take this simple test by Pentagram and find out your type!

via something's hiding in there

"Killer Jellyfish of Graphic Design Favors" poster

2010-04-05T07:19:00.000-07:00

So depressing but so true...
available here

via Core77

2010-04-02T07:09:00.000-07:00

No wrapping tutorial today as we're busy wrapping up a few projects... no pun intended. Happy Easter everyone!

image: Elizabeth Messina

Curious Pages

2010-04-01T06:21:00.000-07:00

Curious pages is a blog that catalogues strange and wonderful children’s books which are, in the words of its keeper ".... recommended inappropriate books for kids."

Above images from recommended book Grammar can be fun, by Munro Leaf.

I'm a sucker for end papers...

And how about this fabulous cover, folks?

Gemma Correll

2010-03-30T09:39:00.000-07:00

I just adore these daily dairies from UK illustrator Gemma Correll.

From Gemma:
"I've decided to upload my daily diary drawings on here. Sure no-one is really interested in my boring life, but never mind."

Says who? I think these are hilarious...

TGIF: It's a Wrap!

2010-03-26T10:25:00.000-07:00

Since Easter will be here in no time, we thought it would be appropriate to have a bunny-style wrapping tutorial today!

Today we're using our Give Cheer fabric wrap. This tutorial is great for wrapping round objects.
1. Place fabric wrap face-down and put object in the middle.

2. Take opposite corners towards each other and bunch together.

3. Tie a knot and fluff to form bunny ears.

4. Take the remaining opposite corners and wrap around the bunny ears.
5. Tie a knot on the back.

This is what it looks like at the back.

And completed front view.... voila!

Happy wrapping, folks!

Sweetcorn Pillow

2010-03-25T08:25:00.000-07:00

It's certainly corny but boy, do I want one of these in the house for laughs!
The velcro corn kernels are detachable, but kids, please don't eat them.

Designed by Weng Jie.

via Yanko Design

Claudia Uribe Touri

2010-03-24T07:08:00.000-07:00

lovin' these collages from photographer Claudia Uribe Touri's portfolio...

Press Love from Brides...

2010-03-23T15:58:00.000-07:00

... of North Texas and Oklahoma... thanks for the darling feature on our fabric wraps!

Letterheady

2010-03-22T07:05:00.000-07:00

Letterheady has amassed an interesting collection of designs. Shown here: Pepsi-cola, Nikola Tesla, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Goods and Chattel.

via mint

Happy Spring!

2010-03-20T09:54:00.000-07:00

Enjoy the first day of spring, lovelies!

image source here

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TGIF: It's a Wrap!

2010-03-19T14:07:00.000-07:00

Today we'll be wrapping a wine bottle in kimono style. A nice little complement to last week's napkin tutorial for your dinner party...
We're using our grey "Give Cheer" wrap but you can of course use any fabric you like.

1. Place fabric wrap face-down. Fold the top side towards you and fold again to create a pleat.

2. Bring pleated side up towards bottle and wrap both sides across each other.

3. Wrap a rubberband around the bottle neck to secure the wrap.
4. Take the side closest to you and fold twice to create a pleat.

5. Bring the side up towards bottle and secure with a knot on the back.

6. Fluff the ends to show the "Give Cheer" message. Voila!

TGIF and happy wrapping!

wedding invitations for chefs

2010-03-18T06:05:00.000-07:00

wedding invitation for chefs... yay or nay?

"For chefs, the main course is the most important part of a meal.
The meat highlights the meal. For the two chefs, finding each other is like finding the perfect piece of meat that completes their lives."

by justina zun-zun

image source here

Inspiration to Reality Photoshoot

2010-03-17T10:13:00.000-07:00

it's a happy day... our recent photoshoot is currently up on Style Me Pretty and Design Sponge. It was so much fun to work with Stacy, Lisa and Priska, Lisa N, Kelly, and so many more talented folks on this project... love ya'll!!

images by Lisa Neighbors/Blonde Tulip Photography

Napa Books

2010-03-16T06:39:00.000-07:00

Just some cool installations over at Napa Books in Helsinki...

TGIF: It's a Wrap!

2010-03-12T09:36:00.000-08:00

Today's wrap tutorial is posted on 100 layer cake, where I was guest-blogging this week. (Thanks 100 layer cake ladies!!) It's a kimono-style napkin fold, and so versatile for dinner parties and events. Here we go...

We're using our mustard "Give Luck" wrap but you can of course use any napkin / fabric you like.

1. Place fabric wrap face-down. Fold the top side towards you and fold again to create a pleat.
2. Take one corner and fold towards the middle.
3. Repeat on other side to form the kimono collar.
4. Take the side closest to you and fold towards the kimono collar and make a pleat.

5. Turn the whole thing over.
6. Take one end and fold in.

7. Repeat on other side. You should have a neat rectangular shape now. Turn it over….
8. … voila!

Have a lovely weekend! Happy wrapping!

100 Layer Cake

2010-03-09T12:22:00.000-08:00

We are so honored to be guest-blogging about wedding inspiration over at one of our favourite this week. The ladies of 100 layer cake always has the prettiest eye candy...

Harry Barker Fetch Balls

2010-03-09T09:03:00.000-08:00

When i first came to the states, i used to say things (all british-like) like "...my brother will fetch me from school.." and my friend would burst out laughing and retort "what are you, a dog?" These fetch balls by Stitch Design co. remind me of her...

via the dieline

Mad for Stripes

2010-03-07T07:27:00.000-08:00

I'm been mad for stripes lately... love these spring outfits from See by Chloé

via coco+kelley

Origami Packaging from Plastac

2010-03-05T14:12:00.000-08:00

We're still playing catch-up after a looong week... so alas, no wrapping tutorial for today,. But we shall be back with more goodies next week. Happy Friday all!

In the meantime, check out this soap packaging series from Plastac... from soap to origami...

via the dieline

Jellio... fun by design

2010-03-04T13:31:00.000-08:00

How fun are these ice cream benches from Jellio?!

Jellio combines sweet childhood memories into their interior design... in a nutshell, they design things that make you smile...

image source here

Style Me Pretty new look

2010-03-02T17:04:00.000-08:00

We've been working hard with the Style Me Pretty team and today, they just launched their new look, designed by yours truly... thank you all for your lovely comments. And big hug to Abby for the shoutout!

New ctc site is live!

2010-03-01T08:57:00.000-08:00

It's a big day, folks... the spankin' new chewing the cud site is officially live! We've been working hard at building an e-commerce shop and adding new work to our portfolio. Branding, wedding eye candy and product goodness all in one place, ah. Check it out here...

Studio Violet

2010-02-24T09:33:00.000-08:00

This is what happens when two incredibly talented artists get together... studio violet presents circus violet... sweet!!

image source: studio violet

Superuse.org

2010-02-22T07:16:00.000-08:00

some very cool examples of recycling from superuse.org
CD spindle as a bagel lunchbox?

or how about a salad bowl from old washing machine glass doors?

More ideas here...

TGIF: It's a wrap!

2010-02-19T14:30:00.000-08:00

Happy friday lovelies! Today we're using our fabric wrap to create a little shopping bag.

This tutorial was inspired by a sweet bride (Kendall, that would be you!) who wanted to use our wraps as welcome bags for her guests. What a wonderful gesture to give luck and joy to your wedding guests!

Luckily our "Give Joy" wrap is in Kendall's yellow and gray palette.
Place wrap face-up on your work surface.

Fold into a triangle.

Tie a knot on one side.

Repeat on the opposite side.

Turn the wrap inside out from the open end.

Tie a third knot to create handles.

Voila! A handy shopping bag...

Amazing Elizabeth Messina on Style Me Pretty...

2010-02-18T10:15:00.000-08:00

I'm a little late in posting here, but yesterday, we got some blog love from one of my favourite wedding blog: style me pretty. Elizabeth Messina is simply amazing... each time I receive my prints, I just fall more and more in love with her styling, composition... and just the love she puts into each shot... l o v e!

all images by Elizabeth Messina

ABC Paper Cups

2010-02-16T07:22:00.000-08:00

Think of all the possibilities with these fun paper cups! Parties, weddings, art classes...
By IaM design via the dieline

TGIF: It's a wrap!

2010-02-12T09:58:00.000-08:00

Just in time for some valentine wine and dine, today we're using our fabric wrap to gift TWO bottles of wine!

We chose the blue "Give Luck" from our collection for this feature.

Lay the wrap face down.
Tip: The two corners with the "give luck" message should be on either side of you.
Place the two wine bottles in the middle of the wrap.

Lay bottles flat with bottoms facing each other.

Start rolling...

... and rolling till you reach the end of the wrap.

Gather the ends and bring bottles upright.

Tie a knot and spread the ends so the "Give Luck" message is visible.

Voila! Happy Valentine folks... tis the day to get tipsy...

2010-02-10T09:44:00.000-08:00

Just in time for Valentine's Day... our "Sew in Love" letterpress card received a little shoutout. Thanks for the love, Country Living!