Monday, January 23, 2012

so, its the end of the holidays


 Boat Beach, Seal Rocks, NSW

The school holidays have almost finished here in Australia, its time to get back to more of a routine of school and work. We have spent some time up the coast enjoying the waves and clear water, with the only decision being which beach to walk to. My kids have been learning to boogy board on the gentle waves.
On the few days it was overcast we wandered about exploring the sand dunes and finding mysterious animal tracks. I love all the small grasses and vines growing in the sand which seems such a hostile environment for anything to thrive in. The dunes are very peaceful, just the sounds of birds and wind.



Well its back to the city for now, but we might have to squeeze in a few more weekends by the coast while the water is still warm and the surf rolling.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Eda


this system takes my breath away!


eda by Emmanuelle Moureaux

"Beauty shown by plants in the natural world. Spreads of trees, colors of flowers, flows of leaf veins, linkages of cells. Everything is in a systematic harmony.
In eda, forms are determined according to the natural system. eda is assemblages of fine lines. Each line exists straight, and large complexities contain small simplicities.
Biological forms overlap rhythmically, link air with another and create new space orders."

eda, meaning "branch" in Japanese,
is a modular product that combines (interlocking to each other / you link to each other) to create spaces. For its 1st presentation at DESIGNTIDE TOKYO 2010, emmanuelle designed an installation consisted of 2000 eda, suspending 900 coloured one and creating a free-standing structure on the floor with 1100 white one.

Material : carbon
Weight : 2.5g/eda
Size : 250mm
Colors : 17 colors


 

Thursday, January 5, 2012

leaf wall hang all

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How cool are these Leaf wall hangers? I love design that can function as many things. These are designed by LagströmWiktorsson.  
I was thinking of getting an Eames Hang All for our hall but these are now on my list.
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Photographer Kristofer Johnsson

Leaf  The Leaf hanger set consists of five steel rings in different size. They are separately anchored to the wall on one side, via screws. Depending on what you want to use them for, they can be attached to the wall in different angles. Position one ring with the screws down side and use it for magazines, or the other way around for your coat. Or somewhere in between to store whatever you find suitable. The Leaf hangers are just as versatile and utilitarian, as they are simple and beautiful. The shape of the hangers create cast shadows and turn walls into abstract works of art.


They sell for $85 from LagströmWiktorsson
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Sunday, January 1, 2012

happy year of the dragon



2012 Year of the Dragon - "A Year of Good Weather"- that's what the dragon dance is for.
cute card from Etsy seller   Shichijiro
What is 'good' weather these days? For me it is when it is below 30 degrees! Luckily this summer in Sydney is supposed to be wet and relatively mild.

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Happy New Year and safe traveling


I hope you have a lovely Christmas and enjoy some peace in the New Year.
I am planning to hang out in the cool of my garden which is particularly bright at this time of the year, spend some time up the coast and then be back refreshed in January. Safe traveling to you all!




pics from my garden

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Modern Times


I sent down some of my mobiles for this the Modern Times pop-up shop in Melbourne. Modern Times stocks beautiful mid century furniture and one of a kind wonders. 260 Smith Street Collingwood VIC - only until 31st Decmeber.

Sunday, October 30, 2011

Press: Inside Out magazine


I was super happy to have my new Bird mobile included in the Inside Out Christmas guide!

Puka Puka Bird mobile

Monday, October 24, 2011

beautiful work: Bubbling up



I wish I could have seen this amazing exhibition ...
'Using highly innovative materials such as NASA's dichroic glass, Bubbling Up examines the fragility of the Earth's atmosphere and ecosystems that appear like a bubble, on the constant verge of collapse. Sometimes fickle and ever elusive, Bubbling Up highlights the ongoing need to quantify ecological concerns. Every day there are thousands of toxic gases bubbling up in the atmosphere. In the age of heightened ecological awareness Bubbling Up poses the question, is it possible to view a beautiful sunset and not wonder if the sky is set ablaze with such unique colours because of the toxic pollutants in the air reacting with the atmosphere? In the space that surrounds us, what is bubbling up?' 
Jasmine Targett from the exhibition 'Bubbling Up', Dianne Tanzer Gallery. All Images Jasmine Targett.


Atmosphere: and your troubles, like bubbles will disappear
Handblown, silvered, mirrored and dichroic glass on perspex sphere
'Atmosphere: and your troubles, like bubbles will disappear, discusses the alarming number of toxic gases ‘bubbling up’ in the Earth’s atmosphere.work examines the fragility of the Earth’s atmosphere that in the current ecological climate appears constantly on the verge of collapse. Underlying tension in the title of the work highlights the need to quantify ecological concerns.' Jasmine Targett.
 
All Images Jasmine Targett.

visit her Blog
Jasmine also makes dichroic glass jewellery here

Thursday, October 20, 2011

ready for flight


I am really happy with my new packaging - so now the Bird Mobile is ready for flight!

visit my New Bird Mobile

Monday, October 17, 2011

New Bird mobile coming soon


It has been a while coming but here is a peek at my new Bird mobile. Made from luxurious coated card and in a spectrum of fun colours. Hope you like it!

available for pre-order, shipping after 24th October here
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