Oh gracious. Apak is making it QUITE difficult for me to save any moolah whatsoever. Husband and I have a big move coming up, and are in the process of downsizing from our WAY too big home. But for everything we get rid of, I want to replace it with another print. What’s a gal
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new banner, new look.
I think most of you know that Design for Mankind has been going through some growth spurts this past year, and what started as a tiny blog this past August has multiplied leaps and bounds! Design for Mankind has a new readership of roughly 1,500 subscribers daily, which is HUGE for me. I still can’t
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harri koskinen.
Harri has been a long-time fave of mine when it comes to textiles. I fell in love with him shortly after his Muu chair was awarded the Compasso d’Oro in 2004. Don’t get me wrong; this guy is gifted in EVERY realm of design. From furniture to furniSHINGS, he’s got it covered (see what I
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product of the day: ed ruscha painting.
This is what I call Sex and the City. Not yet priced, from Ed Ruscha.
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matthew woodson.
Serious range alert! Serious range alert! This guy’s got some talent– far and wide. Originally from Southern Indiana (YAYYYYYY, HOOSIERS!!!), Matthew now lives in his Chicago apartment chock full of taxidermy, hardwood floors, his vocal cat and skinny dog. The coolest thing? The guy’s a total young’n. Graduated from the Art Institute of Chicago in
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alison foshee.
Alison can do no wrong in my book. A gal after my own heart, she enjoys exploring the use of everyday material and their artistic potential. And I love her for three BIG reasons: [made with labels. no joke.] 1. She’s smart.She writes: “Through the use of drawing and patterning, each consecutive layer represents new
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etcetera media.
Oooh, I love some good felting. Etcetera Media is a husband/wife team based in Boston. Founded in January 2005, Etcetera’s products include tote and shoulder bags and accessories for both men and women. Each bag or case is designed with the intention of protecting digital products such as laptops, cameras and music players. Described as
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marci washington.
Marci Washington is one of my artist loves. Equal parts portrait and creepy, she’s one of those artists that just makes my skin crawl in the best way. A native Californian now living in Oakland, Marci has a knack for what seems to hold a sense of the supernatural. Her old houses are spectacular, and



