Happy Friday, friends! I’m headed to my nephew’s birthday party this weekend and wrapping a fun film project to share on Design for MiniKind next Monday. What are your plans? (As always, this week’s submissions and fun Internet finds are below!): 1. Oh Dier’s faceted ring boxes are simply gorgeous. 2. Congrats to Andrew Holder
Crafty Mollie of Wild Olive transformed these pen cups from Target’s dollar bin (how glorious is that section, by the way?!) into an educational laundry sorting game for her kids…
Typography has that way of evoking a certain essence of design; that feeling surrounding whatever it’s touching. This week, typography is loved for… it’s chaotic sense of class, it’s simple elegance, it’s play with imagery, and… it’s attention to detail.
I had a crafty moment this weekend and married two of my favorite of-the-moment design trends: neon spray-painted animals and diy garlands. Trust me, the ceremony was fantastic. Follow the [super easy!] tutorial at HGTV.com!
I already shared this on Facebook yesterday, but I’m so, so thrilled to have joined Babble Voices as a columnist documenting my pregnancy and [slow but steady!] entry into motherhood. And my first post is for you, mothers. Because although you might not realize it, you’re mothering more than your children. By sharing your stories,
Whoa – rad alert. Every closet needs these amazing patterned hangers made from traditional textile belts in Ukraine. In fact, everyone needs 30. LINK: BERNHARD / BURKHARD
Hippopposites(which is nearly impossible to spell, I might note), is the international debut book from French graphic designer Janik Coat. Adorably modern, Hippopposites introduces opposites and vocabulary in a design-driven fashion (and in the most charming way!). I’m adding this one to my favorite baby books list asap! Purchase Hippopposites for $15 at Amazon.
Have you guys seen the amazing plant creations from Patrick Nadeau? I think he can safely win title of the Plant Whisperer from today until forever. I should add that I’ve never really been into plants necessarily, but I’m totally changing my tune after seeing Patrick’s awesomeness. LINK: PATRICK NADEAU
