Monthly Archives: August 2011

Week Thirty-four: Peggy Wong

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 [...]

Week Thirty-three: School Supplies for Grown-Ups

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, [...]

Week Thirty-two: Ben’s Garden Antique Map Trays

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: do click over to see even more [...]

Week Thirty-one: Constellation & Co | Storybook Wedding

Such a charming (and clever) way to share the story of “how they met”: storybook wedding invitations. Designed, letterpressed, and bound for David and Micaline by Seattle’s Constellation & Co, it makes for an invitation to treasure. images courtesy of constellation & co

Week Thirty: Wendy MacNaughton

San Francisco artist Wendy MacNaughton captures the details of life with a delightful sense of humor. As soon as I spotted her illustrations in the latest issue of 7X7 magazine, I had to learn more. Thankfully, Wendy’s website and blog, which highlight her work, sated my desires and then some. Hooray for instant gratification via [...]