elasticco.

the next series of pillows are fun, they are text of a variety of things searched for on google. very pop art, very mod, very fun!




elodie blanchard is elasticco. a very artistic and textural company using anything and everything to build with, such as rubber bands. one item on her site is a collection of vases all at different heights, completely wrapped in rubber bands and then coated, just fabulous. her site was difficult for me to save any pictures to show you more but she also has a small etsy site with a link from her main site. mostly for the pillows. just happened upon elodie and elasticco and thought i'd share as a great new artist to check out.

click on this link for a fun interview with elodie about how she gets inspired and what she does about it. my favorites are her google search pillows and the completely beautiful array of textiles and fabrics she creates and offers. exquisite really. enjoy!

moz.

great commercial and residential options. this divider placed in a commercial setting, plain aluminum, custom yellow could easily transform space in your home.



here moz shows the detail work for a metal wall hanging or room divider? or possibly a facade on a bar at a fabulous new restaurant? so many possibilities with a custom order.


moz is amazing or should i say "amozing"! "moz art is a new collection of contemporary metal art. we have created various grid compositions by overlaying translucent colors on etched metals. fusion of form and color creates additional shades producing a new work of art with every color and grid selection. the possibilities are endless. the moz art collection consists of individually hung pieces of art." strategically hung, these metal mazes cast the illusion of a fire glowing on a wall in place of a fireplace (as in the first photo). i was fooled, i thought i was witnessing a new fireplace company that was perhaps using the flueless denatured alcohol to burn clean but no, just an illusion. how fun.

really this company is using raw materials and manipulating them with either texture, color or both and creating a very unique sorce of design. a new light element, a new visual effect. available in over 200 color and pattern combinations, the creativity is endless! whether for residential or commercial, check out moz and their fabulous portfolio of work, it will tempt you to say the least. moz designs is located in california, so if you live close by...even better. great for monday eye-candy.

parametre.

create innovative spaces with the help of parametre and their line of 3d textiles. what i love about these dividers of space is that they are not solid and let sound,light and space filter through while allowing bits of privacy at the same time. located in salt lake city, utah...parametre asks you to look, play and buy while perusing their website. specs can be downloaded, patterns/colors/sizes can be selected and they also offer custom sizing. parametre partitions are lightweight, 100% non-woven polyester, flexible and perfect for easy installation in either your home or commercial space! the company suggests using them as either partitions, window treatments, ceilings, screens, wall hangings, wall treatments and light diffusers. wow...what would you do with parametre's materials? i loved the ceiling application for a boring ceiling transformed! hmmmmm..........

dasart.

a sculptor of light and stone, drew a. schnierow illuminates stone, creating a unique and ethereal art of light from within. "my influences include landscapes, geology, life forms, light technology and contemporary design. my relationship with design is a crucial element in the process. it keeps me aware of the play between my art and the environments that they will call home. since contemporary design is so consciously influenced by nature, my artwork is perfectly matched with today’s collective creative voice." through his careful process of sculpting, polishing and lighting, "a perfect balance of shape and design is unveiled." i should say so. and i should also say wow! imagine turning all of your ordinary lights off in the space you place one of these sculptures and the only light glowing is from this stone! i'd become lost in it like you can a fireplace at times. my eyes would constantly move around the object noticing every vein, every line, every texture and color that the light forces you to notice. mesmerizing.

this is what i love about the magazine dwell, they showcase so many talented artists and designers that are cutting edge but so many are using and manipulating organic, found objects and materials and playing with things, with design, with light! just fabulous.

black and blum

love this company black and blum in england. another eclectic, finder of fun gadgets and fine lighting of interest. i ordered lights from them for my new chocolate shop. the shades seen in the last photo. i'm organizing a clump of them hung at different heights over the front counter to create my own chandelier and then a couple more over a small seating area that i have in the shop, which consists of 2 chairs and a table. i like customers to be able to sit and talk for a while. so with these beautiful shades dangling above them, they are sure to be entranced into chocolate heaven. check out black and blum, quirky and fun...tastes for all types of individuals!

eclectic from 0900

the soft clock, fun to add that metallic element to a space. simple, clean lines.

don't know why but i love this bowl, great depth and dimpled texture!

frame anything or anyone! with this fun line of frame tape, just roll and go!

unusual patterned wallpaper designs to play with.

woody wood rug by yvette laduk, how fun, such an optical illusion, and great conversation piece to say the least.

0900 calls this the big shadow light, nice and chunky.

i love this soft take on the oil lamp!

0900 is a large and fabulous site full of things to wish for! "0900-design is an interior design store boasting an innovative assortment of designer furniture, lighting and accessories. We are passionate about our products, and represent both established and highly respected brands as well as new products from self-producing designers." click and drool over the hundreds of designs, the many designers and the practical to the not-so-practical but you'll want it anyway stuff! just a fun find full of intriguing pieces...enjoy!

boodalee.

it all came to jeanice skvaril one morning, in 2005 "while putting down my little man for his morning nap, i had an epiphany. standing there in his picture-perfect modern nursery, outfitted with white lacquered furniture and vintage tin circus toys, i began to fantasize about designing for the next stage: his big-boy room. as i looked down and watched him slowly fade off, nestled snug in his polka-dot, kiddie-couture crib linens, i was struck by a daunting thought: “what the heck kind of bedding are we going to outfit your big-boy bed with?” so boodalee was imagined and born. jeanice's background in product and graphic design allowed her to pursue the opportunity of creating a line of alternatives to the "mainstream commercial mediocrity offered by big retailers."

what i love about boodalee are the bright yet easy on the eyes graphics. they are not silly, over the top or too "grown up" for children's rooms, and yet could any of these make their way into one of our "grown up" rooms? hmmmmm. what they are is fun! so have fun perusing her pages of colorful children's wares and wall treatments wondering how they would be received in your child's room and through their eyes!

jcrew baubles

desert flower cocktail ring, wear it even if you're not at a cocktail party!

double strand jeweled flower bracelet.

i could see myself pinning this jewel on any coat, jean casual to dressy, perfect.

striped cobra cuff, dangerously divine!

velvet ladybug. lots of ladybug designs this year. at least they're lucky!

nothing but "wow" here, this is sure to bring attention.

gorgeous cloud necklace.

mondays need easy eye candy. i usually don't mention personal fashion much but lately the jewelry from jcrew has been catching my eye. they have really increased their focus on baubles and incorporated it right into their fabulous catalogs and website. i've always drooled over their shoes and clothing but now i have jewelry to add to the list! gorgeous fall colors and designs, just easy on the eyes today! happy monday mornin'!