frances stark.

There are a lot of really great mixed media pieces living in Frances’ portfolio. I’ll bet they all get along very well indeed. LINK: FRANCES STARK

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specks & keepings.

Specks & Keepings is a simple little handmade e-shop for those of you craving something soft, textured and serene. I’ve fallen in mad love with this rock, man and horse mobile above ($168), but am also partial to the origami swans, of course. Sidenote: Swan necks totally creep me out. How is that shape happening?

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the new cowhide rug.

I’ve never been one to get behind the traditional cowhide rug (although I love the shape!), but patchwork cowhide rugs have been popping up left and right – and they are very lustable indeed. What do you think, friends? Love or hate? LINK: PURE

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patterned silverware.

How cute are these sweet little polka dotted, striped and plaid silverware sets? I’d love to sport them at my next dinner party with pops of color and mix-and-match patterned textiles. ($72) LINK: VIA ALLEY

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animal balloons.

I’m absolutely inviting these animal balloon faces (aptly named Air Heads and designed by Hector Serrano) to my next bash. ($12) LINK: NPW

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painted hands.

I’d love to see these album covers hanging on a studio wall as a simple reminder to play often, make pretty and get messy. LINK: LESLIE DAVID p.s. Painted hands should totally start a band with painted arms.

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