Friday, April 1, 2011

Friday FUN Find { Now stop BUGGING me!!! }

Okay I'm not being rude - these cool bug sculptures are created by artist Lawrie Simonson. They are super fun and actually sort of beautiful (for bugs), but I'm not sure I would want them in my house! What makes these sculptures by Lawrie Simonson eco-friendly?

  • Made from found objects from automotive scrap yards, markets, and kitchens.

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

The beauty of driftwood...

Oh the natural beauty of these artistic creations from Michael Fleming Designs Adrift... I love the organic shapes and the fact that every object is unique. I have always had a fascination with driftwood... So beautiful.... What makes Michael Fleming Designs Adrift eco-friendly?

  • made with found driftwood from the coast of Maine

  • handmade



Monday, March 28, 2011

Simplified Beauty

I love the simplified beauty of Studio Moe furniture. I'm a fan of the natural wood, but I can also imagine it painted in some bright, FUN colors!

What makes the furniture by Studio Moe eco-friendly?
  • made of reclaimed wood
  • built to last
  • handmade on demand
  • made in the USA
  • 3% of profits go to The Alliance for International Reforestation (AIR)


Friday, March 25, 2011

Friday FUN Find { Pop your top! }

These bags by Escama Studio are a little over the top or should I say "pop top". They are FUN and they definitely make a statement!

What makes Escama Studio accessories eco-friendly?
  • made of recycled aluminum pop tops
  • handmade


Thursday, March 24, 2011

So CUTE { vintage paper collages }

This nursery art is from Lollibeans and is so CUTE! These collage designs are created with vintage paper and every piece in unique. Anyone having a baby?! These wall pieces would be a great start to your nursery!

What makes Lollibeans Collages eco-friendly?
  • made from found, vintage and painted papers
  • wood is FSC certified maple plywood
  • handmade


Wednesday, March 23, 2011

LOST Media Consoles!!!

I was looking through my old computer and forgot that I designed these great TV consoles over 2 years ago!!! The designs are clean & modern. I plan to use reclaimed or FSC wood and 3Form Varia Ecoresin. It is fun to look back and say "Wow, these are really cool designs!! Why didn't I ever have these made?!" What do you think? Next week I will share some cute custom side tables...


Monday, March 21, 2011

Debris = Beautiful Tile

112 Beautiful colors! Fireclay Tile produces lovely handmade tile - my favorite is the "Debris Series". It has 60% recycled content! I LOVE these watery beachy colors!!

What makes the "Debris Series" by Fireclay Tile eco-friendly?
  • 60% recycled materials
  • handmade
  • made in the USA