If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.
There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!
Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.
Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>
See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a> Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:
Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.
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With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.
Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:
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Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:
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Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:
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Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.
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The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:
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Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:
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Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:
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The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.
Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:
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Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:
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Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:
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They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.
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Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.
It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).
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The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.
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The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.
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Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.
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Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>
So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?
If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.
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Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>
Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.
Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a>
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Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>
If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>
Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>
L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.
Cross your fingers:
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Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.
They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.
In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>
Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.
Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.
The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.
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M-House
Below are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.
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The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.
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The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.
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Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.
Interior of the M-House:
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All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.
This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.
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Now take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.
His M-velope One:
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And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:
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Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog:
M-Velope\u00ae Transformable Structure
What if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a>
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Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFT
For details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897
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27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319
Valencia CA 91354
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Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.
Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.
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Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.
Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.
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Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:
1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical design
Your pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.
2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.
If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?
3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.
Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.
4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.
To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.
5. Invest absolute faith.
Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.
6. Overbuild.
Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.
7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.
Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.
8. Relish the challenge.
It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.
9. Persist eternally.
You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The Machines
The B120 WRAITH:
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The F131 HELLION COMBAT:
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THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:
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And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:
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Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.
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AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.
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Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a>
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So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.
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She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.
On flickr, she describes herself as follows:
\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.
The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.
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Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.
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Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.
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She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>
Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:
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A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"
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What do they mean by Eatable?
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The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.
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On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.
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They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.
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Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.
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The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.
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In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"
Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.
The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.
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Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007
Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure
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The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.
Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.
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Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.
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Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)
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Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.
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The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.
In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.
Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.
Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.
They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span>
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Pinc House\u00ae Stockholm
Pinc House AB
Nackagatan 4
116 41 Stockholm
Tel: 08-442 79 00
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Pinc House AB
Hesslegatan 3c
291 31 Kristianstad
Tel: 044-20 36 90
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Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"
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Most of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:
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Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.
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In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).
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Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:
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Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.
Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>
And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.
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As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.
Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:
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The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:
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More tents to see at his site.<\/a>
Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar
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With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.
A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.
I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.
Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:
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Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:
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They also have several mosaic rug collections:
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See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>
Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:
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See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>
They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:
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see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>
They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:
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See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>
The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:
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See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>
And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:
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The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:
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There's more to look at on their site.<\/a>
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Contact info:
Showroom Milano
48100 Ravenna, Italy
Ph +39 0544 469711
North America, Inc
470 Broome Street
New York, NY 10013
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In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.
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Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.
By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!
All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.
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Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>
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For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.
The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.
Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.
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With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.
Check them out!
S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)
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For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.
The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.
Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.
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With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.
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S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)
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Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a>
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What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.
The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span>
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The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.
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Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.
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This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall
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Got a bathroom the size of a closet?
Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:
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\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!
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As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.
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The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.
Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.
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Where and when?
Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.
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Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>
I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!
Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a>
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Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.
Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.
Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.
The models are:
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Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.
The Cover:
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January\/February:
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Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:
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And here's the \"making of video\":
Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)
To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>
To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.
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Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.
First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.
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First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.
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Above: Simon Jablon
It was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.
They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.
The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:
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The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.
But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.
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Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>
Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.
Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:
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Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).
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51, Calthorpe Street - Unit A
WC1X 0HH London, Great Britain
T : +44 (0)207 713 1105
F : +44 (0)207 713 1106
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\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:
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COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>
1986
The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.
1995
Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.
2001
The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.
2005
Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.
2007
Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.
In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.
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Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.
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This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.
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Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.
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The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.
The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.
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The critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in
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About the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:
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Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.
The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.
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The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.
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Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.
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PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumers
The Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.
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The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.
By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.
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As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.
In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.
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Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a>
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Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance
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Camera
\u2022 Auto focus
\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera
\u2022 Photo light
\u2022 Video recording
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Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver
Multimedia
\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4
\u2022 Media player
\u2022 Music tones
\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile
\u2022 3D games
\u2022 FM radio
\u2022 Java(TM)
\u2022 Video streaming
\u2022 Video viewing
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\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile
\u2022 RSS feeds
\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5
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Communication and Messaging
\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones
\u2022 Speakerphone
\u2022 Vibrating alert
\u2022 Video calling3,8
\u2022 Email
\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9
\u2022 Predictive text input
\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9
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\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels
\u2022 Optical joystick navigation
\u2022 Navigation key
\u2022 Picture wallpaper
\u2022 Touch navigation
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Organizer
\u2022 Alarm clock
\u2022 Calculator
\u2022 Calendar
\u2022 Document editors
\u2022 Document readers
\u2022 Flight mode
\u2022 Handwriting recognition
\u2022 Notes
\u2022 Phone book
\u2022 Tasks
\u2022 Touchscreen
Connectivity
\u2022 aGPS
\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology
\u2022 Modem
\u2022 Synchronization
\u2022 USB support
\u2022 WLAN
Windows Mobile(R) Operating System
\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks
\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile
\u2022 Windows Live(TM)
\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)
\u2022 Voice control
\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes
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\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)
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\u2022 Available colors: Silver
\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT
\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels
\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)
\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB
\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card support
Networks:
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In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.
The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a>
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\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.
\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201d
Gap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.
The NY times is quoted as saying the following:
The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>
But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.
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Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast
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Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs
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Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz
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Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard
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And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>
It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>
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Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.
The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.
Here are several of my personal favorites:
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To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a>
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And what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?
Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:
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1000-piece jigsaw puzzle
Edition of 1000
Signed and numbered
Puzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)
Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)
$750
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Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.
Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.
This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.
Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.
Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.
Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.
See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>
I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.
I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.
This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.
Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.
<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.
If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*
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This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.
Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.
The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.
I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.
Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985
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67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>
With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:
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buy the white one here.<\/a>
*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:
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The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span>
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Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>
Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:
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Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>
Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:
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Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;
Buy it here.<\/a>
Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:
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Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span>
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Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>
The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span>
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In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz.
buy it here.<\/a>
Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span>
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The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span>
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Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>
The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span>
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The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.
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And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:
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The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span>
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Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:
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The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:
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The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.
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buy it here.<\/a>
Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span>
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Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>
The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:
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And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.
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Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.
They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"
The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.
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They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>
The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.
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They also have this metallic bronze option:
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They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:
PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1
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In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:
Delft Blue Series:
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And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:
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Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.
What's inside:<\/b>
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.
Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.
Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMI
Hard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.
Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.
Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97
Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.
USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).
All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.
PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.
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The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>
Dukdalfweg 30
1041BE Amsterdam
The Netherlands
E-mail: info@plushdepartment.com
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Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.
Here are some of my favorites:
Zumbotel Desk lamp:
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Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:
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Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:
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Foldable USB key:
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Desk Top Clock Radio:
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Aluminum Sledge:
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Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:
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Writing tools:
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'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:
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Pocket knives:
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Golf bag and trolley:
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Children's Push-along bike:
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Children's Bobsled:
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Electric drill:
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Cufflinks:
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To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.
P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:
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The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.
For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.
This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.
P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold
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P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:
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P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:
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P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:
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Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.
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The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.
Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.
About Porsche Design:
Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>
This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.
The actual Farnsworth house:
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Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:
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Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:
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But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.
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The Nat-2<\/span>:
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Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.
A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.
Part of their present collection:
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And exciting new upcoming styles:
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If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.
The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span>
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See the video:
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Buy them here.<\/a>
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Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.
The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>
Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.
Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:
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Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span>
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Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span>
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About The Artists:<\/span>
These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:
Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>
\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)
\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.
\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>
\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span>
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Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing
\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance
\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.
\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.
\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span>
<\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.
\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.
\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span>
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I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.
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He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.
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Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam Square
The event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.
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As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.
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The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:
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And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:
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Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>
Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>
Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>
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We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.
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Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.
An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.
About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst.
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And earlier works in the series:
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In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!
An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:
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A bit about the artist:
Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.
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Emma is represented in Adelaide by:
Art Images Gallery
32 The Parade Norwood
SA 5067
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Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.
Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)
The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:
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Credits:
<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld
<\/span>Models:<\/span>
Claudia Schiffer
Brad Kroenig
S\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>
Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson
<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre
<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>
Christian Dior Haute Couture
Dior Homme
C\u00e9line
Fendi
Louis Vuitton
Givenchy
<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie
<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert
<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako
<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea
<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder
<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>
Xavier Arias
Ben Sollich
Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric David
Olivier Saillant
<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville
<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar
<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange
<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction
<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com
<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>
\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.
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![<\/a>ABOUT KEVIN MCCORMICK Inspired by a militant Weimaraner named \"Cody,\" Kevin McCormick started combining propaganda art with heroic portraits of dogs. The designs which make tongue in cheek social and political commentary, represent the passion and loyalty that many dog \"owners\" have for their breeds.The artist has (or serves, as he puts it) 2 Vizslas and a 1 year old baby.A Rutgers College grad Kevin is now a web designer and computer illustrator.Tons of downloadable wallpaper options for your computer can be](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SDbX_j7_i5I\/AAAAAAAANjM\/cZBIu0KxoWM\/s1600-h\/Picture+6.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\"Green\" lighting:With light outputs ranging from 600-1000 lumens (roughly equivalent to 60-100 watt tungsten filament bulbs), the luminaires consume only 10 to 18 watts of electricity. They are powered by LEDs from Nichia Corporation, have color temperatures of 4200\u00b0K (neutral white) and CRI indexes above 90, while consuming only 10-18 watts of electricity.The ilumisys Designer Series meets the public at LIGHTFAIR International in Las Vegas (booth #2967).To view the ilumisys Designer Series products or to schedule an interview at LIGHTFAIR International, please contact Bill Wolfson at 614-851-6748.About ilumisysilumisys, Inc. is a Troy, Michigan-based company focused on next-generation solid-state lighting technology. The company was formed in 2007 as a spinoff venture and wholly owned subsidiary of Altair Engineering, Inc. Initial products will be derived from Altair's intellectual property as they relate to the direct replacement of fluorescent light tubes with light-emitting diode (LED) lamps and direct replacement of incandescent lamps. ilumisys<\/b> is a wholly owned subsidiary of Altair Engineering, Inc.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/05\/ilumisys-to-launch-designer-series-led.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SDgsCj7_jDI\/AAAAAAAANkc\/1Ji3d5HCJD4\/s400\/Picture+8.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"5","day":"24","hour":"18","minute":"40","second":"0.000","score":"170","hash":"","creation_date":"1211680180","modified_date":"1211680180","type":"feed","datetime":"May 24, 2008 6:40 PM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"May 24, 2008 11:40 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1a38ebd86d430c18":{"eid":"1a38ebd86d430c18","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ten New Products To Add To That Wish List Of Yours","utc_ts":"1212044460","descrptn":"<\/a>Clockwise from top left:1. Patricia Urquiola's new Landscape Dinnerware for Rosenthal.2. Authentics unusual Bravit candles with wicks that wind their way through the wax and split off into two wicks while burning.3. The Mythic Lip watch in black or white.4. Glowing Owl Touch Sensor Floor lamp5. Stunning exotic wood veneer desk, The Waterfall Writing Desk6. Whimsical Dust Furniture collection by Vincent Lehman7. New Zealand Tufted Wool Dog Rug8. Pine slab shelving unit with glass shelves9. Gloss ceramic antler lamp10. Richard Meier's latest pen for AcmeJust click on the image above for more detail and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/05\/ten-new-products-to-add-to-that-wish.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/60198E9C.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"5","day":"29","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":"176","hash":"","creation_date":"1212048469","modified_date":"1212048469","type":"feed","datetime":"May 29, 2008 7:01 AM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"May 29, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3748df6cd0b6c095":{"eid":"3748df6cd0b6c095","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Product Pick Of The Week: Thomas Pedersen's Stingray Rocking Chair","utc_ts":"1212130860","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Stingray rocking chair in veneer by young Danish designer Thomas Pedersen was conceived as an innovative reworking of his earlier Stingray in plastic(shown later in this post). Pedersen\u2019s rising prominence in the international design world can partly be explained by his remarkable ability to challenge familiar assumptions and his unwavering persistence to extend the previous boundaries of design. Stingray introduces a new meaning to the traditional rocking chair.Winner of the \"Interior Innovation Award Cologne 2008\".Oak:<\/a>Walnut:<\/a>African Macassar<\/a>Available in oak, walnut and the African wood macassar.Dimensions w120 x h80 x d100 cmbuy the wood veneer one here.<\/a>The chair is also available in white or black plastic as shown below:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the white or black plastic one here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/05\/product-pick-of-week-thomas-pedersens.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SD93rj7_mxI\/AAAAAAAAODQ\/jKgNOm7MKeM\/s400\/Picture+9.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"5","day":"30","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":"208","hash":"","creation_date":"1212134667","modified_date":"1212134667","type":"feed","datetime":"May 30, 2008 7:01 AM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"May 30, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"37f732f96ebd976d":{"eid":"37f732f96ebd976d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wild West : Gretsch Guitars Go Americana","utc_ts":"1212325260","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Gretsch Guitars<\/a> has just released this fabulous collection of four acoustic guitars called the Americana series. Each G4530 guitar features a 24\" scale steel reinforced neck; real wood construction; and comes in a totally cool retro designed box.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: the front and back of the boxEach of the four is $150.00 and available for purchase here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/wild-west-gretsch-guitars-go-americana.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEG5qWk1YXI\/AAAAAAAAOKM\/0Wi2HHvpxcw\/s400\/Picture+19.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"1","hour":"13","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":"156","hash":"","creation_date":"1212349992","modified_date":"1212349992","type":"feed","datetime":"Jun 1, 2008 1:01 PM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jun 1, 2008 6:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"00bb01fffe2ef54d":{"eid":"00bb01fffe2ef54d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hamilton Wins The Monaco Grand Prix, Was It The Diamond Helmet?","utc_ts":"1212390060","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>First of all, the race is over and 23 year old Brit Hamilton Lewis has won. And Finnish born Heikki Kovalainen, who had to start last after stalling before the formation lap, was fourth on the grid, so it obviously wasn't the diamond helmet. What diamond helmet, you may ask?<\/a>Above: Hamilton Lewis holds his diamond studded helmet.In the build up to the 2008 Monaco Grand Prix, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes and Steinmetz, creators of the world's finest diamonds, announced the continuation of their long-running partnership by adorning their drivers with custom diamond helmets.This year Steinmetz worked closely with the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes drivers, Lewis Hamilton and Heikki Kovalainen, in creating their own personalized race helmets, which both drivers used throughout this past Monaco Grand Prix weekend.<\/a>Above: As if being a race car driver isn't sexy and exciting enough, Lewis and Kovalainen were given their own custom helmets adorned with diamonds.Each helmet has the signature of the driver pav\u00e9d with a line of hundreds of Steinmetz's handcrafted diamonds.Lewis Hamilton's Helmet:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Heikki Kovalainen's helmet:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Okay, so that's what they wore.What did they drive?The Vodafone McLaren Mercedes MP4-23<\/a><\/a>Above and below: The MP4-23 track debut<\/a>MP4-23 TECHNICAL SPECS: ENGINEType: Mercedes-Benz FO 108VCapacity: 2.4 litreNo. of cylinders: 8Max. rpm: 19,000 (FIA regulatory limit since 2007)Bank angle: 90\u00b0Piston bore maximum: 98 mm (FIA regulation)Number of valves: 32Fuel: Mobil 1 Unleaded (5.75% bio fuel)Lubricants: Mobil 1, newly developed 2008 formula for lower friction and better wear resistanceEngine: 95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight)TRANSMISSIONGearbox Speeds: Seven forward and one reverseSemi-auto: YesDriveshafts: McLarenClutch: Hand-operatedChassis: McLaren moulded carbon fibre\/aluminium honeycomb composite incorporating front and side impact structures. Contains integral safety fuel cellFront Suspension: Inboard torsion bar\/damper system operated by pushrod and bell crank with a double wishbone arrangementRear Suspension: Inboard torsion bar\/damper system operated by pushrod and bell crank with a double wishbone arrangementSuspension Dampers: KoniElectronics: McLaren Electronic Systems control units incorporating electronics for chassis, engine and data acquisition. McLaren Electronic Systems also supplies the electronic dash board, alternator voltage control, sensors, data analysis and telemetry systemsBodywork Construction: One-piece engine cover; seperate side pod covers. Separate floor section, structural nose with integral front wing.Tires: Bridgestone PotenzaRadios: KenwoodRace Wheels: EnkeiBrake Calipers and Brake Master Cylinders: AkebonoBatteries: GS Yuasa CorporationSteering: McLaren power-assistedInstruments: McLaren Electronic Systems2008 Monaco Grand Prix standings:<\/strong> 1. Hamilton McLaren-Mercedes2. Kubica BMW Sauber3. Massa Ferrari4. Webber Red Bull-Renault5. Vettel Toro Rosso-Ferrari6. Barrichello Honda7. Nakajima Williams-Toyota8. Kovalainen McLaren-Mercedes9. Raikkonen Ferrari10. Alonso Renault11. Button Honda12. Glock Toyota13. Trulli Toyota14. Heidfeld BMW SauberFastest lap:<\/strong> Raikkonen, 1:16.689A bit about McLaren and the Monaco Grand Prix:<\/a>The Principality of Monaco is the heady and glamorous location for round six of the 2008 Formula 1 World Championship. The 20 cars and drivers will compete around the 3.34km street circuit, racing between the Princes's Palace and the Mediterranean sea covered in some of the World's most lavish yachts. Since the start of the McLaren and Mercedes-Benz era, the team has won the race on five occasions. Mika Hakkinen in 1998, David Coulthard in 2000 and 2002, Kimi Raikkonen took the spoils in 2005 with Fernando Alonso claiming victory just ahead of then team-mate Lewis last year.<\/a> The connection to the race stretches back to the 60s, with Bruce McLaren taking the M2B to the track to make the marque's Formula 1 debut. In that time, the team has won a record 14 out of the 65 of Grands Prix staged in the Principality. This began with Alain Prost in 1984, kicking off a winning streak that stretched until 1993, with the exception of 1987. Five of these were at the hands of Ayrton Senna.<\/a>Monaco Grand Prix 2008 Monte Carlo Circuit Stats:Track Length:<\/strong> 3.340km \/ 2.075 miles Race Distance:<\/strong> 260.520km \/ 161.887 miles Number of Laps:<\/strong> 78 Lap Record:<\/strong> Michael Schumacher, 1m14.439s<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/hamilton-wins-monaco-grand-prix-was-it.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMVvWk1aKI\/AAAAAAAAOYk\/V2Zc1vRCY0o\/s400\/000_monaco08.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"2","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":"202","hash":"","creation_date":"1212394306","modified_date":"1212394306","type":"feed","datetime":"Jun 2, 2008 7:01 AM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jun 2, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"10ab22b9acc320fc":{"eid":"10ab22b9acc320fc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"When Solids And Stripes Collide: Corian\u00ae Loves Missoni","utc_ts":"1212562860","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>\"CORIAN\u00ae loves MISSONI\" was a collaboration of the the design versatility of DuPont<\/a>\u2122 Corian<\/a>\u00ae solid surfaces and the of Missoni. Kitchen, bath, living and dining areas were designed by Missoni with the use of DuPont's Corian.Missoni<\/a>, an Italian fashion and homewares house has long been known for its beautiful textiles, often recognizable by colorful stripes, zig zags and flame stitching. Corian is a material that is commonly associated with durable solid countertops. Combing these 'stripes' with this 'solid' yielded design that is both beautiful and durable.DuPont\u2122 Corian\u00ae solid surface - an exclusive product of DuPont - is an advanced composite material delivering superior levels of functionality and aesthetical performance for flat and curved surfacing applications in residential, public and commercial environments, indoor and outdoor.The results were fabulous as you will see.<\/a>Below are pictures from the exhibit at the 2008 Milan Design Week:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Rosita Missoni and her son, LucaRosita and her husband Ottavio Missoni were at the helm of Missoni SpA for 50 years, together creating a unique, inimitable that\u2019s admired all over the world. In 1997 she handed the reigns over to her sons Vittorio and Luca and, for fashion, her daughter Angela, and has since devoted herself exclusively to the MissoniHome <\/a>collections.Copyright \u00a9 2008 DuPont. All rights reserved. The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPont\u2122, The miracles of science\u2122 and all products denoted with \u00ae or \u2122 are registered trademarks or trademarks of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/when-solids-and-stripes-collide-corian.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEHNN2k1YpI\/AAAAAAAAOMc\/-CSvzlD8Ams\/s400\/missoni_topbar.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"4","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212587495","modified_date":"1212587495","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 4, 2008 7:01 AM","disp_date":"Jun 4, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"141b57f87768f1bc":{"eid":"141b57f87768f1bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tanya Agui\u00f1iga Sees Furniture A Little Differently Than Most","utc_ts":"1212925560","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Tanya Agui\u00f1iga (b.1978) is a Los Angeles based furniture designer\/maker raised in Tijuana, Mexico. Tanya\u2019s work is informed by border experiences: the interconnectedness of societies, the beauty in struggle and the celebration of culture. She uses furniture as a way to translate emotions into a three dimensional objects and tell stories trough color and touch. Her work encourages users to reconsider the objects they use on a daily basis by creating work that explores an objects\u2019 unseen aspect, such as half chairs that rely on the wall to function and whose image is only complete as its shadow is cast upon the wall.Hand felted Folding Chairs:<\/a><\/a>The Lowrider stools:<\/a><\/a>The Modular Lounge:<\/a><\/a>She has also dedicated much of her time to using art as a vehicle for community empowerment. She has been a member of Border Art Workshop BAW\/TAF, a bi-national artist collaborative for ten years. Through BAW\/TAF she helped to build and run a community center in an impoverished area of Tijuana built on trash from the US. For the 6 years she worked there, she focused on bringing national and international attention to the community\u2019s plight through arts only based programs.The P Tree:<\/a><\/a>The Hole Table:<\/a><\/a>Seating trays:<\/a><\/a>In the US, she worked on diversifying audiences through arts education at the San Diego Museum of Art and at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum through outreach programs. She has also done a great deal of work for migrant rights through art installations across Mexico and the US.The Embrace Lounge:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya is now working on ways to combine furniture design and community activism. Her formal education includes a BA in Furniture Design from San Diego State University and an MFA in Furniture Design from the Rhode Island School of Design.The Mo\u00f1o Table:<\/a><\/a>She was recently awarded a prestigious United States Artists Fellowship and was named a USA Target Fellow in the field of Crafts and Traditional Arts. Her work has been exhibited from Mexico City to Milan and included in major international publications such as Wallpaper magazine and \u201cPure Design, Objects of Desire\u201d published by Monsa Editions in Spain.<\/a>Above: A permanent installation of her work will be part of the new Children\u2019s Museum of San Diego<\/a> as a \u201cTexture Forest\u201d for toddlers, scheduled to open in May 2008.See more at her website.<\/a>Contact the artist here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tanya-aguiiga-sees-furniture-little.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELghmk1ZTI\/AAAAAAAAORs\/gU0S-_05lN4\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"8","hour":"11","minute":"46","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212933641","modified_date":"1212933641","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 8, 2008 11:46 AM","disp_date":"Jun 8, 2008 4:46 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1cba284d51bdbd6c":{"eid":"1cba284d51bdbd6c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design The Next Pair Of Dr. Martens Boots!","utc_ts":"1212961440","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Choose your canvas: the 8-hole or the 14-hole boot. Use pens, use paint, use whatever. Use your imagination. They've provided some tools here.<\/a> They've made it fun and easy, with templates, you can download, color changing with the click of a mouse, and more. So don't be intimidated... go for it.<\/a>Or if you want, you can use your own tools and templates. They will have two winners. One voted for by the people. The other chosen by their panel of industry insiders. You enter it. They\u2019ll actually make them. You\u2019ll see them in shops. Worldwide.Last year's winners available for purchase:<\/a><\/a>above:A custom design by Jeremy Asher Lynch of San Diego, CA, entitled \"Faces.\" 2007 winner of our boot design contest. This is a limited edition and each pair is numbered. Buy the 'faces' boot in the US here.<\/a>Your competition (or inspiration).<\/a>Above: design of the week as selected by the panel of judges.<\/a>Below are the highest rated top ten designs as of sunday, june 8th:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit of background on Dr. Martens:<\/a>Klaus MaertensDr. Martens is the stuff of legends. It all began near Munich, Germany in 1945 when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during the healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he constructed soles that had air trapped within closed compartments. He showed his prototype to his engineer\/inventor friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes. Not only did the shoe solve the doctor\u2019s immediate problem, but it also started to sell well in Germany.On April 1st, 1960, the famous eight-hole Dr. Martens boot \u2013 the so-called 1460 was born. This was followed by the 1914 with its 14-holes. Both of these boots were immediately embraced as a working-class essential across the UK.<\/a>But then something incredible started to happen. Like some viral infection, the postmen, factory workers and transport unions who had initially bought the boot by the thousand, were joined by the rejects, outcasts and rebels from the fringes of society. At first, it was the working-classes; before long it was the masses.<\/a><\/a>Skinheads were the first subculture to adopt the boot in the early 1960s. They were followed by nearly all the tribes that emerged over the next four decades: Mods, glam rockers, punks, ska, psychobillies, grebos, goths, industrialists, nu-metal, hardcore, straight-edge, grunge, Britpop, emo\u2026 etc.Subcultures are exactly that \u2013 outside of mainstream culture \u2013 true to form these disparate \u2018tribes\u2019 rapidly began customising the boots: hot knifing, spraying, cutting, painting, deliberately roughing them up or obsessively polishing them to a luminous shine.<\/a><\/a>High fashion has similarly messed around with the core design in order to include the famous boot in their collections over the last 50 years. Designers who have produced their own unique customisations include Manolo Blahnik, Jean Paul Gaultier, Vivian Westwood, Gareth Pugh and most recently Yohji Yamamoto.Regardless of whether it was a street tribe, musician or fashion legend who was personalising this iconic footwear, the common denominator was the \u2018person\u2019, the individual, the creative streak that lies deep within every Dr. Martens wearer. No marketing was ever needed, or used, to create this cycle of invention, and as such this forged a purity that has made the boot one of the most recognisable symbols of creativity and rebellion purely through the people who\u2019ve worn them.We will be forever indebted to the people who have made us what we are today and continue to do so by using Dr. Martens boots as a blank canvas for their own relentless creativity.above photos and information courtesy of dr. martensNow, get designing!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/design-next-pair-of-dr-martens-boots.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExj0asw3-I\/AAAAAAAAOuE\/SzKArM9w4Gc\/s400\/dr-martens.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"8","hour":"21","minute":"44","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212976965","modified_date":"1212976965","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 8, 2008 9:44 PM","disp_date":"Jun 8, 2008 2:44 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"087df36adef74fe5":{"eid":"087df36adef74fe5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Miracle-Gro Millinery: Tulips and Pansies, The Headdress Affair","utc_ts":"1213020060","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Now in its seventh year, Village Care of New York's annual \"Tulips and Pansies: The Headdress Affair\" is not your average benefit fashion show - pair New York's top florists with the city's most creative fashion designers, and the end result? Floral headdresses akin to wearable rooftop gardens, that are so outrageous and over-the-top they could be their own float in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif.Take a look:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The show, held on Thursday, May 15, raised funds to support Village Care\u2019s medical and other support programs for the 1500 AIDS and HIV patients<\/a> they serve on a daily basis. With Heatherette's Richie Rich and Traver Rains and model and actress Lydia Hearst as the event's co-chairs and James Aguiar of \"Full Frontal Fashion\" as the exuberant emcee, fashion met floral in 18 elaborately constructed headdresses by designers suchas Betsey Johnson, Alvin Valley, Catherine Malandrino, Yigal Azrouel, Shoshanna, Lela Rose, Magda Berliner, Cynthia Steffe, Jordi Scott, b. michael, Alexis Bittar and others.<\/a>above: host James Aguiar\"It smells amazing, the girls look amazing and the drag queens look amazing!\" said Richie Rich, who participated in the show last year with a \u201cbig flying saucer floral concoction.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Though working with fresh flowers is no easy feat (\"They don\u2019t last! You\u2019re trying to get them on, either sew them or with the glue gun, but the glue gun melts the flowers, and they wilt. It\u2019s like an 'America's Next Top Model' challenge!\" explained Richie Rich), it didn\u2019t stop the designers from dreaming up headdress that challenged gravity and gave a whole new meaning to the famous sixties song lyric, \"If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair.\"<\/a>From a corset constructed entirely of pussy willow buds resembling tiny pearls by Empress 22 Charlene Chivoe of Imperial Court of New York (in collaboration with Tara McInerney of Morningside Greenhouse) to long garlands of flowers delicately woven into the model's hair in Cynthia Steffe and Renny and Reed's bohemian headdress, the results were varied, but for the five judges \u2013 Patrick McDonald, Alison Berlin, Maggie Norris, Frank Di Caro and Richie Rich \u2013 there were some clear stand-outs.The judges named four winners \u2013 \"Most Outrageous\" went to Empress 13 Anne Tique of Imperial Court of New York in collaboration with Brian Fischer of Morningside Greenhouse for their enormous headdress featuring pencil cactus, orchids, peony petals and tillandesis; \"Most Beautiful\" was Alexis Bittar and Flowers Rock\u2019s Victorian Cyber Goth creation; \"Most Original\" went to FORM New York and Aristocratic by Tammy's white orchid and blue ostrich feather design and \"Most Engaging\" was awarded to the biggest headdress of the evening, Betsey Johnson and David Tutera\u2019s \"pussy willow chapeau\" with irises, petal brim and grass construction.here are some fun backstage shots for you:<\/a><\/a>image sources: Fashion Wear Daily\/wire image\/getty images.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tulips-and-pansies-headdress-affair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExDEqsw3MI\/AAAAAAAAOn0\/M_84dpMA3c0\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"14","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 2:01 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 7:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3f44378a526f685a":{"eid":"3f44378a526f685a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BREAKING NEWS: iphone 2.0 release date delayed until July.","utc_ts":"1213040160","descrptn":"<\/a>Hot off the presses:WWDC: iPhone 2.0 release slated for early Julyby Brian Chen, Macworld.comJun 9, 2008 11:14 amFrom MacworldApple will delay the release of the iPhone 2.0 software until early July. But when the firmware does ship, it will offer plenty of new features for iPhone and iPod touch users.Apple announced the new release date for the iPhone 2.0 update as part of a demonstration of the software during Steve Jobs\u2019 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote presentation on Monday. Originally, Apple had expected to release iPhone 2.0 in late June.When it does ship, the software will introduce a host of new features. The iPhone will add a contact search that allows users to enter a name and instantly find who they\u2019re looking for. Full iWork document support lets users view Pages, Numbers, and Keynote documents. Apple also will offer full support for Microsoft Office documents, including PowerPoint presentations.iPhone 2.0 adds much sought-after bulk delete and move capabilities to its Mail application. Mail users will be able to save images from e-mails into their Photo Library.Apple will also add parental control features, allowing parents to turn off explicit content, YouTube, iTunes Store, and the forthcoming App Store.As announced when Apple first unveiled its iPhone 2.0 plans in March, the software update is free for iPhone users. iPod touch users can update to the firmware for $9.99.In addition to outlining iPhone 2.0 features, Apple executives also profiled the iPhone software development kit that allows developers to build native apps for the phone. In a 33-minute demonstration during Monday\u2019s keynote, a steady stream of developers showed off the games and apps that will be available via the App Store later this summer. Companies demonstrating their wares included Sega, Loopt, Pangea Software, TypePad, Cow Music, and Modality.\u201cWe think we have a fantastic platform here for people to build incredible applications,\u201d said Scott Forstall, Apple senior vice president of iPhone software.Jobs also spoke about the enterprise features in the iPhone 2.0 update, highlighting many of the capabilities first showcased at his March demo. New enterprise features will include push e-mail, push contacts, push calendars auto-discovery of Microsoft Exchange servers.As this article went to press, the keynote was continuing. We\u2019ll have more information on iPhone 2.0 as it becomes available.---------------------------------------------------------------------------and from Engadget<\/a>:It's been a long, leak-filled wait, but Apple finally took the wraps off its 3G iPhone. Thinner edges, full plastic back, flush headphone jack, and the iPhone 2.0 firmware -- Apple's taking a lot of the criticisms to heart from the first time around. Obviously 3G is at the forefront, but they're also making sure it's available all over internationally, works with enterprises, runs 3rd party apps... and does it all for cheaper. Apple claims its 3G speeds trounce the competition, with pageloads 36% faster than the N95 and Treo 750 -- and of course it completely trounces the old EDGE data. Battery life isn't getting put out to pasture though, with 300 hours of standby, 8-10 hours of 2G talk, 5 hours of 3G talk, 7 hours of video and 24 hours of audio. GPS is also a go. Apple is using A-GPS, which supplements regular satellite GPS data with info from cellular towers. WiFi data is also worked into the mix, which should give users a pretty solid lock on where the heck they are on this planet. Unfortunately, there's no front-facing cam, which syncs with what we were hearing, but is still a little disappointing. Apple hopes to launch in 70 countries this year. 8GB is available for $199, 16GB for $299 -- and the 16GB comes in white. Both pricepoints require a contract. Apple will be hitting the 22 biggest markets, including the US, on July 11th.Other tidbits: * It's a teensy bit thicker. * A SIM ejector comes in the box, at last. * There's no dock included, just a USB power adapter. * On AT&T unlimited iPhone 3G data plans for consumers will be available for $30 a month, on top of voice plans starting at $39.99 a month. Unlimited 3G data for business users will be $45 a month, on top of voice.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/breaking-news-iphone-20-release-date.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE2IEasw4KI\/AAAAAAAAOvk\/FBMWRD2yV68\/s400\/Picture+5.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"19","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 7:36 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 12:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"04fb21e8aff427f1":{"eid":"04fb21e8aff427f1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Latest Things To Be Blinged: Ricoh Diamond Camera & New LG USB Diamond Drive","utc_ts":"1213220940","descrptn":"Dalumi Goes Tech with Diamond Camera, USB Drive(source: \/>DTC Sightholder Dalumi Group has launched a luxury lifestyle accessory collection, featuring a diamond-encrusted flash drive and a digital camera accented with diamonds. The launch is a result of a partnership with Korean technology giant LG Electronics and Japan\u2019s Ricoh,<\/a> a digital photo and office solution leader.Dalumi<\/a> Marketing and Business Development Head Yuval Kemp explained that the partnership was directly related to the company\u2019s fashion world debut of the diamond-studded top designed with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 last year (shown below).<\/a>\u201cThe success of the exclusive diamond-studded clothing item that we designed together with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 prompted us to partner and manufacture other unique items such as these elegant electronic goods\u201d, said Kemp.<\/a>Above: The \"Luxury Diamond Camera\" from Dalumi and Ricoh features more than 200 diamonds mounted on white gold<\/a>The LG Disk on Key is made up of diamonds from Dalumi mounted in white gold and is valued at $10,000, while the Ricoh Capilo R5 digital camera includes over 200 diamonds, also embedded in white gold, and is priced at $25,000.The camera and flash drive will be displayed at high-profile, luxury goods exhibitions around the world and will be auctioned at the end of the year, with the entirety of the proceeds going to the SOS Children\u2019s Village in Botswana<\/a>, a charity for orphans Dalumi<\/a> has supported in the past.Dalumi Diamonds<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/latest-things-to-be-blinged-ricoh.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFBJIasw5AI\/AAAAAAAAO2U\/mQsw6wkIkKk\/s400\/dalumi_gfferre.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"11","hour":"21","minute":"49","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213242121","modified_date":"1213242121","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 11, 2008 9:49 PM","disp_date":"Jun 11, 2008 2:49 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3d623deea337071a":{"eid":"3d623deea337071a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Flip Floppin' For Charity: Limited Edition Havaianas By Celebrity Make Up Artists","utc_ts":"1213282080","descrptn":"<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue has begun Beauty Splash, a program that sells, exclusively, these limited edition Havaianas<\/a> designed by celebrity make up artists Bobbie Brown, Trish McEvoy and Laura Mercier with a portion of the proceeds going to Charity Water, a non profit organization.<\/a>For the entire month of June, Saks Fifth Avenue will be offering its customers these special edition Havaianas on saks.com<\/a> and, from June 8-22, at all store locations for a retail price of $15, with any two cosmetics or fragrance purchases (while supplies last). $1 from each purchase up to $200,000 will be donated to charity: water - a non-profit initiative bringing clean water and basic sanitation into impoverished communities.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a>Havaianas<\/a>Since their creation in the 1960\u2019s, Havaianas sandals have been coveted the world over for both their function and fashion. A top-secret rubber recipe created exclusively by Alpargatas S.A. is what sets the Havaianas experience apart from others in the category, offering authentic comfort and quality benefits that can\u2019t be replicated.<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue,<\/a> one of the world\u2019s pre-eminent specialty retailers, is renowned for its superlative American and international designer collections, its expertly edited assortment of handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts, and the first-rate fashion expertise and exemplary client service of its Associates. Today, Saks operates 54 full-line stores in 25 states, 3 licensed stores in Mexico City, Dubai and Riyadh, 49 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores and saks.com, the company\u2019s online store.<\/a>charity: water<\/a> is a nonprofit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water into impoverished communities. Since charity: water was founded and began activity in August 2006, they have funded the construction of more than 474 water projects in 11 developing nations that, when completed, will provide clean drinking water to more than 200,000 people.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/flip-floppin-for-charity-limited.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFE6Eqsw5mI\/AAAAAAAAO7E\/5lQsdITh3wA\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"12","hour":"14","minute":"48","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213285167","modified_date":"1213285167","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 12, 2008 2:48 PM","disp_date":"Jun 12, 2008 7:48 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"310861ae730c434d":{"eid":"310861ae730c434d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jemal Wright Bath Designs: For Those Who Like A Bold or Blingy Bathroom","utc_ts":"1213945200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jemal Wright Bath Designs is unlikely to be mentioned in the same sentence as the words neutral, monochrome or tradition. Far from it. Jemal Wright Bath Designs are bright, bold and blingy. The kind of toilets you'd refer to as a commode rather than a crapper.The designs consist of two lines of bathroom furnishings; The Chromeozone\u2122 and the Isis\u2122.The pieces in the Chromeozone\u2122 collection start with a chrome plated porcelain base to which dyes are added retaining the metallic sheen of chrome while adding flexibility of color:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The ISIS\u2122 collection has the same chromed and dyed porcelain but come partially or completely handset with Swarovski crystals. You can add crystal studded flushing handles, screw caps and lid. Or you can have the entire commode handset with crystals:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each piece is finished with the studio's signature logo and is numbered and recorded for authenticity:<\/a>With one of these in your home, I guess you'd have to excuse yourself to go to the jemal rather than the john.Jemal Wright Bath Designs1007 S 21st. Ave.Hollywood, FL 33020phone: 786.597.3661email: info@jemalwright.com<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/jemal-wright-bath-designs-for-those-who.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFnmMTKIj6I\/AAAAAAAAPJs\/WWUFNn8FcOI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"20","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213991102","modified_date":"1213991102","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 20, 2008 7:00 AM","disp_date":"Jun 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2684f710dfa77222":{"eid":"2684f710dfa77222","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"EICHLERS: A Modern Vision. New paintings by Danny Heller Opens Today","utc_ts":"1214144580","descrptn":"As a huge fan of both artist Danny Heller <\/a>and architect Joseph Eichler, the exhibit opening today at Terrence Rogers Fine Art<\/a>, Eichlers: A Modern Vision, it's no wonder I feel that this exhibit is a must see. The show consists of paintings of Eichler's mid century modern architecture as they appear today.<\/a><\/a>EICHLERS: A Modern VisionNEW PAINTINGS by DANNY HELLERSunday, June 22 \u2013 July 31<\/a>Above : artist Danny HellerIn his first show, Los Angeles painter Danny Heller captured views of suburbia. This new exhibition features the homes popularized by the California developer Joseph Eichler.<\/a>To learn about Joseph Eichler and his home designs, click here.<\/a>Danny Heller focuses on Eichler houses in his native San Fernando Valley. Avoiding any sense of nostalgia or artificial atmosphere, Heller paints \u201cnow\u201d \u2013 as the houses exist today \u2013 bringing a sense of wonderment and delight that is both original to the houses and displays a modernity that is very much alive.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Rather than a portrait of the overall house, Danny Heller\u2019s eye finds a path to a door, a fa\u00e7ade\u2019s strict geometry of right angles, or the wonderful triangles of a carport. The atriums become vehicles for catching light as well as an invitation to living.<\/a>In Heller\u2019s vision, a light in a garage or the glimpse of forms seen through translucent glass become as magical as dusk behind Italian cypresses.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Looking at elements to frame and sculpt, Danny Heller\u2019s paintings hint at the complexity of the designs and offer of symmetry, poise and beauty, all in the context of Southern California, that make Eichlers special.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above are only some of the pieces in the show, to see them all, click here.<\/a>Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, noon to five. p.m.Opening ReceptionSunday, June 22, 1 to 4 p.m.Artist talk 2 p.m.TERRENCE ROGERS FINE ART1231 Fifth StreetSanta Monica, CA 90401310 394 4999Terrence Rogers Fine Art is located at 1231 Fifth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401 (between Wilshire and Arizona). For a map, click here <\/a>. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, Noon - 5pm. Eichlers: A Modern Vision<\/i> show runs from June 22nd through July 31st.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/eichlers-modern-vision-new-paintings-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5nlTKIlSI\/AAAAAAAAPUo\/qiEHLbvEWOw\/s400\/eichler_carport.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"22","hour":"14","minute":"23","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214163998","modified_date":"1214163998","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 22, 2008 2:23 PM","disp_date":"Jun 22, 2008 7:23 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"015d9132b71bd1c0":{"eid":"015d9132b71bd1c0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Johanna Basford Goes Cuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium & Flutterlicious","utc_ts":"1214668800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>\n<\/a>\nCuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium, Flutterlicious and Macbeth are just a few of the fun names Johanna Basford has given to her unique and beautiful wallpapers. The multi talented Scottish designer has a way with names as well as with flora and fauna. Her hand printed and hand painted wallpapers (both custom and studio collection) are simply fabulous. In addition to those, she makes ceramics, limited edition prints, lampshades and some unusual items all of which incorporate her simultaneously delicate and bold designs.\n\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n\nTalented and super productive, she was the recipient of Elle's Decoration Design Award for the best in bedrooms in 2007. Below are some of her amazing creations, with the descriptions furnished from Johanna.\n\nBespoke Collection of Wallpaper\n\nPunk Peacock, Bespoke Collection - digitally printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Johanna's first exploration into digital printing. A twist on tradition, this interpretation of the \u2018bird amongst the blossoms\" print, features pairs of ornamental peacocks, perched amidst giant, oversized foliage and flowers, in a dramatic black on white, super-wide wallpaper. Not for the fainthearted, this bold, 1.2 meter wide print packs an eye-watering visual punch.\n\nDelirium, Bespoke Collection - hand printed and embellished with Swarovski Crystals:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Richly inked hand printed wallpaper, studded with Swarovski Crystals. This paper features layers of swirling botanics and decorative flourishes, silk screen printed in gloss black, pearly metallics, flashes of crisp silver lacquer and hand embellished with world-famous Swarovski Crystals.\n\nMidnight Butterfly, Bespoke Collection - hand printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A truly exquisite wallpaper, perfect for hanging in panels in place of traditional artwork. Delicate, inky layers of black on black floral and butterfly motifs are over printed with gold lacquered detail and further embellished with hand drawing. Paper-cut and gold leaf butterfly silhouettes flutter from the paper at intervals. Each panel is accompanied with 5 gold leaf butterflies, to be sited on install to catch the light or draw attention to a particular feature. Further gold leaf butterflies available on request.\n\nCuckoo, Bespoke Collection - hand painted:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Delicate gold lacquered cuckoo clock, surrounded by rambling foliage and layered over a glossy black on black silhouette. A unique piece merging ornate decoration with functional design. Battery operated clock mechanism (single AA battery required)\n\nStudio Collection of Wallpapers:\n\nCrazy Botanic, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Delicate tangles of imagined botanics, a-flutter with butterflies and lady bugs form densely decorative spheres of foliage, each interlinked with a single entwined vine.\nAvailable in the color options shown above.\n\nFlutterlicious, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: A truly sumptuous wallpaper; hundreds of delicately hand drawn butterflies, silk screen printed in rich gold lacquer or pearly hot pink. Stunning in single panels or stretched out across a feature wall.\n\nBella, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Simple, yet delicately ornate; topiary-inspired spheres of foliage and blossoms, interlaced with love birds and butterflies, hand printed in pearly hues of aqua green onto spearmint or crisp white. Also available as a print.\n\nPeking, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Orient-inspired opulence; circular motifs featuring ornamental peacocks and butterflies encircled with exotic blossoms and foliage, each adjoined with a decorative band of flourishes. Available in the color options shown above.\n\nMacbeth, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A deliciously dark, gothic-inspired wallpaper. In a twist to Johanna's usual of feminine florals, tangles of botanics and serpents twist their way through skeletons, spider's webs and ram's skulls.\n\nDamask, Studio Collection - Limited Edition:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Elegant flora intricately laced together forming a shaped motif. Printed in limited edition print runs in two colour palettes, Western Isle Stone, a crisp, slate blue on white and Shortbread, warm biscuity beige onto a creamy rice-pudding ground.\n\nInsectiana, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A wallpaper with hidden depths. On close inspection, this styled print reveals a treasure of entomology gems; an inky, Victorian-inspired motif encases intricate drawings of beasties, butterflies and bumble bees. Available in white on black or black on white. Also available as a print.\n\nParlour, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\nAbove: Inspired by glamorous 50's show girls, with a hint of art nouveau opulence, this cheeky wallpaper is a must for boudoirs and powder rooms.\n\nHer \"glow' wallpaper seems to be a project that I hope becomes a reality:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n\nAbout Johanna (the following is her bio from her site):\nInspired by her upbringing on a small fish farm in rural Scotland, much of Johanna's work has roots in the flora and fauna that she has grown up with. Her boundless imagination and passion for drawing, took her to Art School in Dundee, where she graduated with a first honours degree in Printed Textiles in 2005. Having dabbled with the of moving to London to work in a commercial studio, Johanna decided the concrete clad city sapped her creativity. Driven by a passion to create beautiful work of the highest possible calibre, Johanna set up her small Scottish studio creating distinctively different hand drawn motifs in her signature black and white palette. In addition to creating her own collection of hand printed wallpapers which now adorn the walls of commercial and residential spaces across the globe, Johanna has created work for a variety of clients such as DKNY, Heals and The Crafts Council at the Victoria and Albert Museum.Her products are available at several UK stores and some overseas stores, go here to see stockists.\n<\/a>\nOr, to purchase online, go to the following links:\nDesign Supremo<\/a>\nEmma Clanfield Designs<\/a>\nFresh Interior Solutions<\/a>\nLove the Rain<\/a>\nNot On The High Street<\/a>\nRockett St George<\/a>\nThe Shop Floor Project<\/a>\n\nJohanna Basford's site.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/johanna-basford-goes-cuckoo-punk.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKPQzKImKI\/AAAAAAAAPbo\/9o2j0a078dI\/s400\/makingpaper.jpeg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"28","hour":"16","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214682029","modified_date":"1214682029","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 28, 2008 4:00 PM","disp_date":"Jun 28, 2008 9:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"138fe667145b91fc":{"eid":"138fe667145b91fc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Victory 2008 Vision Street Premium Motorcyle","utc_ts":"1214692380","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>The New 2008 Victory Vision Street Premium BikeA new generation of an American luxury-touring motorcycle that takes modern and comfort as far as it\u2019s ever been. The chassis is long & low with remarkable balance & maneuverability. The seat, floorboards, controls, and modern design are engineered for optimal riding comfort, while a new 106-cubic-inch Freedom\u00ae V-Twin\u2122 with 6-speed overdrive produces smooth, powerful performance.<\/a><\/a>Available in 3 color options:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Also in touring model:<\/a><\/a>The Vision Street Premium starts at $20,499. (US msrp)Learn all about it, customize your own online, see videos and reviews as well as other models here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/victory-2008-vision-street-premium.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGUWezKInFI\/AAAAAAAAPjA\/tLkPV1XeG9I\/s400\/victoryvisionstreetbike.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"28","hour":"22","minute":"33","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214725825","modified_date":"1214725825","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 28, 2008 10:33 PM","disp_date":"Jun 28, 2008 3:33 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"30acfd15b45373a6":{"eid":"30acfd15b45373a6","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Paris Treasure Hunt - Ooh La La!","utc_ts":"1215004260","descrptn":"<\/a>Talk about an interesting way to promote a city! This engaging Paris Treasure Hunt (tr\u00e9sors de paris) is a lot more interesting than your typical Tourism Board advertising. Last year, the 2007 event had more than 15,000 participants.<\/a>Above: The poster for last year's treasure huntSo, what is it?The treasure hunt is free and open to all (yes, the site is available in english as well as french). You can enroll here<\/a> or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall (Mairie de Paris and Jean-Bernard Bros) is a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.<\/a>You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.<\/a>The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.<\/a>Above: The landing page of the websitetr\u00e9sors de paris gives visitors (and even locals) a chance to discover secret passages, unknown streets and hidden gardens in the 3e, 6e, 13e and 18e arrondissements. just sign up (it's free) with up to six of your friends, and receive clues and mysteries to help you navigate the maze of Paris streets. Lost? Stop and ask the paris \"characters\" for help. There are fabulous prizes for the winner: access to a secret cabaret, a night in a five-star hotel and dinner at a top restaurant. With many treasure hunts throughout the year, each one is themed to fit your interests. The theme on july 5th is ecology and sustainable development.<\/a>The rules:<\/b>Come and hunt Paris treasures. The treasure hunt is free and open to all. You can enrol here or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall will be a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.Paris treasure hunt will start at 10 AM and will end at 3.30 PM, on the 5th of July 2008.<\/strong> In order to play the contestants have to register on this website <\/strong><\/a> in advance or in front of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts town halls.Registration is free and open to everyone.<\/strong>The enigmas (clues in the form of questions) will be given to the treasure hunters, the 5th of July 2008 between 10 AM and 1 PM. There will be a treasure hunt with different winners in each of the districts.The treasure will not be timed. However, the closing time of the game is set at 3.30 PM. The winners will be determined at random by drawing lots amongst the teams that finish before closing time.Game Mechanics :<\/strong>Several enigmas (clues\/ questions), following different itineraries, will be distributed at random to the contestants. All the courses of a district will converge toward the same ending. Every member of a team will receive the same enigmas. By following the enigma, the contestants will be guided toward several neighbourhood of Paris where strange characters will be awaiting them to challenge them to trials of wits, humour, taste, scent and who knows what? If they succeed they will win clues that will take the form of bits of paper.At the end, the contestants will have to use their clues to solve a final enigma, which will lead them to the arrival place. There, the contestants will be asked to put a coupon with their name and the phone number where they can be reached in France, in a ballot box.The final challenge :<\/strong>At the arrival point, in order to increase their chances to win, the contestants will have to answer a question about the course they just finished. If they answer it right, they will be able to put extra coupons in the ballot box.Prizes:<\/strong>There will be winners in each of the five districts.The prizes include :an access to the secret Paris Cabaret, which opens only once a year, dinners in top Paris restaurants, nights in chic Paris hotels, special \u201cParis tours\u201d showing the mysterious side of the city.Pour plus d'informations (For more information)<\/strong>Contactez Ma Langue Au Chat \u2013Tel. : 33.1.44 92.93.94 \u2013 facteur@tresorsdeparis.fr<\/a>This event was organized by Mairie De Paris.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/paris-treasure-hunt-ooh-la-la.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGpQszKIpgI\/AAAAAAAAP3A\/LhEViysDCtk\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"11","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:11 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:11 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2cf9710286a4c012":{"eid":"2cf9710286a4c012","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sutherland + Starck = Robinwood Deluxe","utc_ts":"1215006000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Sutherland<\/a>, the Texas-based outdoor furniture company has collaborated with designer Philippe Starck to create this collection of outdoor teak and aluminum furniture.<\/a>The Robinwood Deluxe collection, named after the rebel Robin Hood with each piece in the collection named after one of the members of the merry band of thieves, consists of 26 pieces.<\/a>Combining Philippe Starck's minimal with outdoor materials results in a functional and beautiful line of furniture.<\/a><\/a>There are some real standouts and unexpected pieces like a canopied bed, rocking chair, one armed barstool and highback sofa:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>as well as standards like tables, dining chairs and chaise-longues:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In addition to the actual furniture, the collection is promoted with a charming illustrated piece telling the 'story' of the furniture and the providence of the name. Here are a few images from the piece:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the mini-site and learn more here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sutherland-starck-robinwood-deluxe.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGgAtjKIoUI\/AAAAAAAAPs4\/Vdm25OuCxFI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"40","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:40 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:40 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"384a58b1bc4c7a26":{"eid":"384a58b1bc4c7a26","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"(Untitled)","utc_ts":"1215234240","descrptn":"<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/blog-post.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SG_T0zKIsAI\/AAAAAAAAQLo\/8G3EcJM0ZEg\/s400\/linkreminder.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"5","minute":"4","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 5:04 AM","disp_date":"Jul 4, 2008 10:04 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1befadf5db96df9d":{"eid":"1befadf5db96df9d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Air Conditioning Worth Framing: Art Cool by LG","utc_ts":"1215266400","descrptn":"Art Cool by LG is the latest household appliance to masquerade as art. First it was speakers (see the post on Artcoustic here<\/a>), then Two Eye's cool concealed televisions, the R4 (see them here<\/a>) and now, air conditioners. Cool, huh?<\/a><\/a>This wall mountable or freestanding frame type air conditioner can hold a photo or piece of artwork (even wallpaper) of the customer's choice, so what my look like a piece of art is actually a functioning air conditioner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>ART COOL is LG's premium, design-oriented air conditioner series, which also includes renditions of art pieces by famous painters, as well as a unique picture frame model that allows users to modify and customize the unit with their own artwork or photography. The series helps to transform household appliances such as air conditioners into stylish objects of art.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: model LA091CNPMuch like the traditional LG ART COOL series, the new ART COOL Inverter line features a slim interior, wall-mounted evaporator that can be fit to enhance the end user's decor.Every trimming has been added to the refined ARTCOOL series, including the NEO Plasma Air Purifying System, Gold Fin, and new features like Auto Clean.<\/a><\/a>The units feature designer color finishes to complement any home decor, including the standard mirror finish and optional panel colors such as an organic cream white, art flower gold and snow flower white. The outdoor condensing unit provides quiet operation, making it neighbor-friendly.<\/a>ARTCOOL MIRROR:If you'd prefer a wall mirror over a framed piece of art or photo, there is the Artcool Mirror. The romantic pastel colors, subdued luster, modern texture and the super slim design of LG Art Cool Mirror make it suitable for many interiors.<\/a>Optional art cool panel choices:<\/a> <\/a>You can find LG artcool where LG products are sold.The LG Global site<\/a>LG USA<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/air-conditioning-worth-framing-art-cool.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE75IKsw42I\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/wqu3Hf5UaW8\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"14","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 2:00 PM","disp_date":"Jul 5, 2008 7:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"094b198c8dc00d52":{"eid":"094b198c8dc00d52","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"First Music, then Clothes, Jewelry and Sunglasses. And Now, Pharrell Williams Is Removing Tatts and Designing Furniture.","utc_ts":"1215434160","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Pharrell Williams<\/a> is an Emmy award-winning producer, frontman for N.E.R.D.<\/a>, founder of A Bathing Ape\/ Bape brand<\/a>, clothing lines Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream<\/a> (I do so love his astronaut jeans, shown below)<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Pharrell's astronaut jeans for BBCA Fashion icon as well, Pharrell was named Best Dressed Man in 2005 by Esquire magazine and was one of the faces in Louis Vuitton's 2006 ad campaign.<\/a>He has also designed a line of Louis Vuitton jewelry and sunglasses:<\/a>Above: Pharrell's Blason line for LV.<\/a>Above: His sunglasses for LVBut he's not stopping there. In addition to the latest breaking news that he plans some innovative tattoo removal<\/a>, he's now designing furniture- at least a chair or two. And ugly furniture at that (sorry, Pharrell).<\/a>Pharrell Williams designed the Perspective chair in collaboration with Domeau & P\u00e9r\u00e8s<\/a> who are manufacturing the piece and will be making the additional chairs.<\/a>The chair, as well as another chair design and a table will be part of a show in Paris at the prestigious Emmanuel Perrotin Galerie<\/a>. The show will be from October 21st 2008 until January 10th 2009. The chairs will be available in a few colors and only 4 of each will be sold. The chair, as explained by Pharrell, represents the love between a woman and man.<\/a>When asked about the design, Pharrell says \u201cI had often wondered what it\u2019s like to truly be in love, not lust for once.. So I decided not to ask what it was like in someone else\u2019s shoes or what it was like to sit in their seat.. I decided to sketch out my own experiment; the perspective chair.\u201dLocation of the exhibition: 10, impasse Saint Claude 75003 ParisNext up for Pharrell? World Domination :)http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/first-music-then-clothes-jewelry-and.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHEEBDKItQI\/AAAAAAAAQVo\/QrmSJ11bt6w\/s400\/2662_i2_pharrell_williams02.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"12","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 12:36 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 5:36 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"43b1d0cc18deb600":{"eid":"43b1d0cc18deb600","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"POP go the days of the week: The Bubble Calendar","utc_ts":"1215439020","descrptn":"<\/a>Available either in horizontal or vertical formats as well as either printed upon paper or thick acetate, the 2009 Bubble Calendar by 'experience' designer Stephen Turbek <\/a> costs $29.95 (paper) and $49.95 (acetate) and will let you burst your way through the year.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>source<\/a>Design copyright 2008,2009 Bubble CalendarDue to manufacturing processes out of our control, some bubbles may fail to inflate. We rigorously inspect each calendar to avoid this, but if your calendar arrives with more than one bubble popped or flat, let us know within the first two weeks and we'll exchange it. Plastic calendars may have some subtle natural streaking in the acetate backing.Bubble Calendar is not affiliated with the Bubblewrap brand, which is trademarked by Sealed Air corporation.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/pop-go-days-of-week-bubble-calendar.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHIiAzKIt7I\/AAAAAAAAQbA\/MLJXpAT9C10\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"13","minute":"57","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 1:57 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 6:57 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"032fa65ebd2bc2ab":{"eid":"032fa65ebd2bc2ab","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"McLaren & Mercedes Last Collaboration: Limited Edition Topless Carbon Plastic Bodied SLR","utc_ts":"1215525000","descrptn":"<\/a>Before going separate ways, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren have decided to produce one final edition of the SLR. it's super fast, lightweight and painted as ugly as possible.<\/a>According to reports from the German car magazine, Auto Motor und Sport (who captured first shots of this car under testing), this special SLR will come with neither roof nor windscreen, as a result of weight-shaving measures to trim its curb weight by about 200 kg (or about 440 pounds).\"The concluding SLR will feature an open-air only construction. Gone is the roof; gone is the windscreen - a small wind deflector will be the singular element between the SLR's occupants and the great outdoors. To reduce weight, a carbon plastic body will be used, while air conditioning and power windows will both be abandoned as well. The result in a weight savings of some 200 kilograms, enough to help the model reach 186 mph from a standstill in 26 seconds and achieve a top speed of 217.5 mph.\"<\/a>This means that only a small wind deflector stands between the driver and the ferocity of the wind, as the speedster tosses the countryside behind in a possible breakneck top speed of 350 km\/h (or 217 mph). That's about 8 mph more than the latest SLR 722 Edition.<\/a>Above: the engineThe model is said to have been inspired by Rudolf Uhlenhaut\u2019s legendary 300 SL in 1955, and earned the famous moniker Silver Arrow.:<\/a>Above: the 1955 300 SL, the \"Silver Arrow\"Only 75 of these lightweight cars will be produced.Below is a spy video of the automobile:If you read German, here's the original source article.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/mclaren-mercedes-last-collaboration.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHJAFDKIuBI\/AAAAAAAAQbw\/5Wz7_KfWkgE\/s400\/2nL37RYweaIPBA_450x300.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"8","hour":"13","minute":"50","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215603038","modified_date":"1215603038","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"150e828466b9067c":{"eid":"150e828466b9067c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Make That New iPhone Even Hipper! Ways to Pimp The 3G iPhone","utc_ts":"1215673200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Okay, so it's not news that Apple's eagerly anticipated 3G iPhone (or iPhone 2.0) goes on sale tomorrow. Many thousands of people will be anxiously awaiting their new gadget and signing up for phone plans as though they've never before had a phone.So, how do you make yours more hip than everyone else's? Customize that sucker! And here are a few ways to do it and links to all the places:Make it a fun color at Colorware:<\/a><\/a>Colorware<\/a>Or buy from Continetal Mobile's Vivid Color Collection:<\/a><\/a>Continental Mobile's Vivid Collection<\/a>Make it 18k yellow, white or rose gold:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Continental 18k gold iphones<\/a>Or yellow or rose gold plated from Gold Genie:<\/a><\/a>Goldgenie<\/a>Or 24k gold plated iphones:<\/a>Goldstriker<\/a>more 24k plated iphones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>icandy phones<\/a>Paul Knight of Knight Creations<\/a> has a special technology that coats the iPhone casing with a layer of TiN and TiAlN (Titanium-Nitrogen, and Titanium-Aluminum-Nitrogen) through a process known as \"plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition.\" What you get is an anodized iPhone casing (matte black to match the black plastic cover) and an Apple logo finished in the TiN or TiAlN. The TiN coating gives the Apple logo a shiny Gold presence, while the TiAlN coating gives the logo an understated, stealthy look.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Knight Creations<\/a>Even Platinum iphones can be had:<\/a>also at Goldstriker<\/a>Epilog Laser<\/a> sells an engraving device that allows you to engrave your iphone:<\/a>Etchstar<\/a> will custom laser engrave your iphone for you:<\/a><\/a>etchstar<\/a>As will ETCHamac<\/a>Appletattoo <\/a>will gold plate, crystallize or laser etch your iphone.And of course, blinged out iPhones, with real diamonds or with Swarovski crystals will separate your iPhone from the crowd.Austrian jeweler Peter Aloisson's custom diamond iPhone with princess cut stones has a total diamond weight of between 16.50 \u2013 17.75 carats:<\/a><\/a>He also has one with brilliant cut (round) stones only weighing 6.42 carats:<\/a><\/a>Peter Aloisson<\/a>Bling King Alexander Amosu's diamond iphone:<\/a>Amosu<\/a>Bling My Thing has many custom Swarovski Crystal iphones to choose from:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Bling My Thing<\/a>Can't afford gold plating or special custom colors? Then try one of the many protective 'skins' on the market.istyles has several inexpensive ones:<\/a>istyles<\/a>And Gelaskins offers amazing artist designed removable skins for the iphone (yes, for the new one) that comes with matching wallpaper.<\/a><\/a>And even one by Jason Freeny whose art I featured here<\/a>:<\/a>Gelaskins.<\/a>So go ahead, buy that iPhone, but then turn into into something that's uniquely yours, so you can it from the thousands that will undoubtedly be sold tomorrow!http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/make-that-new-iphone-even-hipper-ways.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHYj7JII5sI\/AAAAAAAAQmg\/ENFlIHCTbgw\/s400\/pimpthatiphone.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"10","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215733987","modified_date":"1215733987","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"36523413f80aacde":{"eid":"36523413f80aacde","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tag, you're it! Graffiti Is Appearing Everywhere And On Everything.","utc_ts":"1215759600","descrptn":"<\/a>Graffiti: Etymology: Italian, plural of graffito [scribbling; graffito, a scratch]:usually unauthorized writing or drawing on a public surface. (source: Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary)Graffiti, once synonymous with vandalism, reached an art form several decades ago. It was way back in 1972 that Hugo Martinez founded the UGA- United Graffiti Artists. It didn't take long to permeate the skater and surfer scene, where it lay for a long time. But in recent years it's crept from edgy to mainstream.As an art form, Graffiti has reached such a level of status that it is frequently referred to as 'street art' or 'urban art' as opposed to vandalism, tagging and graffiti. And many artists have traded in walls for canvases. Even selling prints and gicle\u00e9s on ebay and in surf and skateboard shops. Right now, street artist Banksy is setting the art world afire fetching prices on par with paintings by Renaissance masters.<\/a><\/a>Above: Artist Jos\u00e9 Parla at work.<\/a>Above: Banksy's Tesco Flag<\/a>Above: Banksy's Flower Chucker on canvas.The combination of street graffiti and luxury was a huge hit when Marc Jacobs thought to combine Stephen Sprouse graffiti with Louis Vuitton bags in 2001. The collection sold like hotcakes and is still in great demand today.<\/a><\/a>Above: the Stephen Sprouse Collection for Louis Vuitton.Several designers have taken the urban art form and made into actual furniture. Industrial designer and former tagger, Luis Alicandu from Caracas, Venezuela, now living in London, has designed and created the following pieces. Unfortunately they are not mass produced and are not available for purchase.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To learn more about Luis Alicandu a.k.a. CacoUno (his Graffiti tag nickname), or to help him produce these great pieces, go here.<\/a>Another furniture line inspired by graffiti is one from the design duo Jimmie and Martin of Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>. By adding graffiti and unusual paint finishes to traditional furniture, they've created a unique niche for the aesthetically trendy. I will be doing a major post on Jimmie Martin in the near future so you can see all of their great work.Here are some pieces from their Graffiti series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>Verona<\/a> and Romeo and Juliet<\/a> have been inspired by Anna James's visits to Juliet's house in Verona, Italy. She is totally captivated by the graffiti covering the walls at the archway entrance, all of it being declarations of love by visiting lovers, of all ages, from all over the world. The colours, and the messages create completely unique images.<\/a>Anna devised a process to replicate the walls on furniture, by taking a series of digital images, which she then transposed onto her carefully prepared period pieces. Because messages are constantly being added to the walls, Anna's design for her Verona furniture is unique to a particular moment in time, and gives each piece it's own individual artwork and \/><\/a>Love Anna James<\/a>Angel Ortiz was a New York street artist whose collaboration with other well-known 1980s artist such as Keith Haring and Kenny Scharf, brought him recognition. The pieces below were assembled with a venturesome commitment to emerging artists. L.A. II. In 2006, these great looking pieces by tagger Angel Ortiz were sold at an art auction:<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch armoire with two doors and three drawers decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 72\" x 32\" x 17\" Sold for $3,000.00<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch plywood six-drawer dresser decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 30\" x 48\" x 16 1\/2\" Sold for $2,640.00Angel Ortiz<\/a><\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Glass vase decorated with silver paint pen. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the artist. Signed and tagged throughout. 13 3\/4\" x 12\", sold for $600.00Is Graffiti the next plaid?Now it's not only left the walls and subway trains to jump to canvases and rebel galleries, but graffiti has found it's way onto everything from apparel to housewares. There are graffiti lamps, belts, pillows, bath towels, jewelry, and much, much more. In several instances it's even offered as a pattern choice. Solids, stripes or graffiti?Even athletic shoe company, New Balance, had just released Graffiti kicks in two color variations, joining Converse who already offers a Graffiti hi-top. And street artists, Stash and Sket One<\/a> are designing custom area rugs.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Stash.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Sket.More than one company has produced dinnerware in graffiti and now, with Furniture Graphics, you can have a graffiti sideboard to store it in.<\/a>Above: Cabinets by brothers Niclas Collen and Jesper Zacco of Furniture Graphics.<\/a>25-year-old, Toronto-based graffitist Matthieu Missiaen even makes custom 'graffiti' shoes under the label Ndeur:<\/a><\/a>You can buy Ndeur's custom fabulous shoes here on etsy<\/a>Ndeur<\/a>'s site<\/a>There are so many more items on the market and below are some examples. Just click on each image to be taken to a place for more information and a link to purchase.<\/a><\/a>There are graffiti coloring books, how to books, typefaces or fonts<\/a>, wall stickers, the Graffiti Creator, an online graffiti text generator<\/a>, laptop skins, even Dell computer collaborated with artist Mike Ming to design 2 limited edition laptops.<\/a>See the Mike Ming edition Dell laptops here.<\/a>Dell is not the only large company to collaborate with street and graffiti artists to sell products. Adidas had a great project named End 2 End where they hired 7 street artists to decorate shoes.<\/a>See the End 2 End sneaks here.<\/a>Coming soon from Boost Mobile is a collaboration with artists MINT and SERF (from the East Coast) and MAINFRAME (from the West Coast) to produce the desktop speakers<\/a> seen below.<\/a>You can pre-order the speakers here.<\/a>Beverage Company AriZona has release a graffiti-themed energy drink named All City NRG in appropriately graffiti-decorated cans:<\/a>Originating in Brooklyn, AriZona pays tribute to all cities with a colorful energy drink featured in 3 limited edition subway series cans. This bold NON-CARBONATED drink combines pomegranate flavor, green tea and a high energy performance blend. Buy it here.<\/a>Alison Nelson's Chocolate Bar of NY makes Graffiti chocolate bars, each decorated by a different graffiti artist with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The All Stars Project:<\/a>Also available in a gift box as a set of ten:<\/a>Buy the chocolate bars here.<\/a>Graffiti Taxonomy<\/a> is an ongoing project by Evan Roth which presents isolated letters from various graffiti tags, reproduced in similar scales and at close proximity. The intent of these studies is to show the diversity of as expressed in a single character.<\/a>Above: The 'S' is reproduced from photographs of tags taken in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He is currently seeking any leads for funding or from publications that would allow me to complete each letter of the alphabet from tags found throughout New York City. Please send any leads to Evan at fi5e@ni9e.com<\/a>.<\/a>You can buy prints of his Graffiti Taxonomy here.<\/a>My Lord! You can even buy a religious Graffiti sticker:<\/a>Get the Graffiti Jesus sticker or magnet here.<\/a>And yes, the trend has even hit the baby demographic.<\/a><\/a>Above left: personalized baby sleepsuit from Stardust.<\/a>Above right: graffiti rockin' blocks available on etsy<\/a>There are graffiti inspired blocks, custom personalized onesies <\/a>and even custom graffiti hats and clothes for toddlers.<\/a> Timberland even makes Nubuck graffiti boots for toddlers!<\/a>Buy them here (and they are on sale now).<\/a>And for your canine companions, you can get Graffiti collars and leads!:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>And jackets:<\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: You can download a fun coloring book of unadorned graffiti settings (drawn as line art) of dumpsters, subway trains, mailboxes and more to practice your street art upon from Fake Corporation of America.<\/a><\/a>Above: bombings by Sweet UnoA brief history of Graffiti:In America around the late 1960s, graffiti was used as a form of expression by political activists, and also by gangs such as the Savage Skulls, La Familia, and Savage Nomads to mark territory. Towards the end of the 1960s, the signatures (called 'tags')of Philadelphia graffiti writers Top Cat, Cool Earl and Cornbread started to appear.Around 1970-71, the center of graffiti innovation moved to New York City where writers following in the wake of TAKI 183 and Tracy 168 would add their street number to their nickname, \"bomb\" a train with their work, and let the subway take it\u2014and their fame, if it was impressive, or simply pervasive, enough\u2014\"all city\". Bubble lettering held sway initially among writers from the Bronx, though the elaborate Brooklyn Tracy 168 dubbed \"wildstyle\" would come to define the art.[8][10] The early trendsetters were joined in the 70s by artists like Dondi, Futura 2000, Daze, Blade, Lee, Zephyr, Rammellzee, Crash, Kel, NOC 167 and Lady Pink.By 1971 tags began to take on their signature calligraphic appearance because, due to the huge number of artists, each graffiti artist needed a way to distinguish themselves. Aside from the growing complexity and creativity, tags also began to grow in size and scale \u2013 for example, many artists had begun to increase letter size and line thickness, as well as outlining their tags. This gave birth to the so-called 'masterpiece' or 'piece' in 1972. Super Kool 223 is credited as being the first to do these pieces. (source: Wikipedia).<\/a>Links about graffiti:Graffiti as defined by Wikipedia<\/a> Tons of info, resources and linksHistory Of Graffiti (UCL, London's Global University)<\/a>Graffiti Art & Crime (UC Berkeley)<\/a>Time Magazines archive of Graffiti articles<\/a>The National Alliance Of Gang Investigator's Associations<\/a> (how they define gang graffiti).Graffiti News<\/a>- a blog for graffiti writersFatcap <\/a>- a worldwide graffiti blogGraffiti Research Lab <\/a>Art Crimes: Best Graffiti Sites list<\/a>Graff Inc<\/a> (Graffiti supplies, stores and pictures)Tags Are Known<\/a> (Giant archive of photos of graffiti and links)Known Gallery<\/a>Arkitip<\/a>12oz prophet<\/a> (online graffiti community)Graff City<\/a> (supplies)Worldwide Writers Graffiti<\/a> site (online community and more)<\/a>Above: \"Cereal Killers' wall by Stet One.Links To Some Interesting Street & Urban Artists' Sites:<\/strong>Alexone<\/a>Boris Hoppek<\/a>Beautiful Decay<\/a>Sket One<\/a>Shepard Fairey's Obey Giant<\/a>Bansky<\/a>Faille<\/a>Jos\u00e9 Parla<\/a>Jersey Joe<\/a>Krink<\/a>Art Crimes' Featured Artists<\/a> (graffiti.org)The Savager<\/a>Pure Graffiti<\/a>Guerilla One<\/a>Stash's Recon store<\/a>Superfreshdesign<\/a>Siloette<\/a>Wooster Collective's Graffiti Archives<\/a>Zephyr Graffiti<\/a><\/a>Above: the Santa Ana Police Department uses the above poster to help parents to determine whether or not their child is a tagger. Hilarious.TAGGER LANGUAGE: (as defined by NAGIA<\/a>)<\/strong> Battle:<\/strong> A contest between crews, judged on hits.Bomb:<\/strong> Multicolored tag in large bubble letters.Buff:<\/strong> To remove graffitiCrew:<\/strong> Group of individuals that tag together.Caps:<\/strong> (Fat\/skinny) Spray can nozzles used to vary the and width of paint.Fade:<\/strong> To blend colors.Fresh: <\/strong>Really good graffiti.Get Up:<\/strong> To put up a large amount of graffiti tags.Graf:<\/strong> GraffitiHeavens:<\/strong> Hard to reach high areas such as freeway signs and the tops\/upper floors of buildings.Hit\/Hit Up: <\/strong>To tag.Landmarks:<\/strong> A prime location where graffiti won't quickly be erased.Mob: <\/strong>A whole crew doing graffiti on a wall at the same time.Piece Book:<\/strong> A tagger's sketch book.Rack:<\/strong> To steal from off the store rack.Streak:<\/strong> Short for mean streak, solid paint stick that looks like chalk and is used on dark surfaces.Tag Banging:<\/strong> To use violence to defend a tag.Toy: <\/strong>A new, inexperienced writer.Throw Up:<\/strong> One layer of spray paint filling in bubble letters that are outlined in another color.Wild <\/strong>A complicated piece constructed with interlocking letters.Yard\/Train Yard: <\/strong>Gathering place.Zine: <\/strong>Short for magazines. Wish you could be a tagger but you're too old? Too conservative? Too safe? Well, here are ways to get the thrill without the criminal record. See more graffiti inspired items you can buy on my Tag, you're it! Graffiti inspired items<\/a> list at ThisNext.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/tag-youre-it-graffiti-is-appearing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2jQTKIk4I\/AAAAAAAAPRc\/IvoltS9GRiM\/s400\/sweetgraffiti.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"11","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215777405","modified_date":"1215777405","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0b67c70675f93d1f":{"eid":"0b67c70675f93d1f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Cool Designs To Keep You Warm: Heated Towel Racks & Modern Radiators","utc_ts":"1216191600","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: The fantasy radiator by BrandoniI've written about the plethora of unusual looking radiators and heated towel racks before<\/a>..... however a bunch of new ones have emerged on the market, several introduced at recent design shows. It amazes me how the designs continue to get even more unusual and yet still remain functional.There are so many wonderful examples of all types of different looking water heated radiators, electric radiators, wall mounted radiators, freestanding radiators, even towel racks, that I could only share with you some of my favorites. And here they are:<\/a>Above: The radiator model \u201cObl\u00f2 \u2013 oval\u201d by Brandoni Radiators, has won the \u201cComfort & Design 2008\u201d Award raffled from the International Fair in Milan.In addition to their award winning radiator shown above, Brandoni<\/a> has many beautiful and unusual designs from their new 2008 and last year's 2007 collections. See just some of my personal favorites below.<\/a>My Image:<\/a>Fantasy:<\/a>Pan:<\/a>Slalom:<\/a>Londra:<\/a>Fashion:<\/a>Brandoni<\/a> is only one of the several companies who've turned radiators into works of art and sculpture.From Deltacalor Design<\/a><\/a>Bamb\u00f9:<\/a><\/a>From Tubes Radiatori<\/a><\/a>Rimorchietto:<\/a>Albatros:<\/a>Matitione:<\/a>Pallottoliere:<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):<\/a>From Irsap<\/a><\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:<\/a>The Cubo:<\/a>The Petra:<\/a>The Keyos:<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:<\/a><\/a> The Aeon Collection<\/a><\/a>Honeycomb:<\/a>Millenium:<\/a>Abacus:<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):<\/a>Ecstacy:<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):<\/a>Totem:<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from Ridea of Italy<\/a><\/a>SHINE: A black bright circle, in contrast with brilliant Swarovski crystals, which spell out the word \"shine\". A luminous stripe and a cut out that serves as a towel rack:<\/a><\/a><\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:<\/a><\/a><\/a>FLOWER POWER:<\/a><\/a><\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel<\/a>LEAVES:<\/a><\/a>CHEESE:<\/a>CHEESE B:<\/a>HOLES:<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.<\/a><\/a>And from Jaga<\/a> the company that brought you the highly publicized 'heatwave' radiator by Joris Laarman for Droog,<\/a><\/a>the Know You Wood series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>From Bisque<\/a><\/a>The Xtreme:<\/a>The Zanzibar:<\/a><\/a>The La Scala:<\/a><\/a>The Outline:<\/a><\/a>The DNA:<\/a>From MHS radiators<\/a>The Boreas:<\/a>The Hose:<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From Radiating Style<\/a>, comes the slab cindier and metal radiators:<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from Carisa<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.<\/a><\/a><\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Victoria:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Julia:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Maria:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eve:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Summer Lora:<\/a><\/a>Lora:<\/a><\/a>Summer Maya:<\/a><\/a>Maya:<\/a><\/a>Emilie:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Summer Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Sonya:<\/a><\/a>Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Lisa:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Who's behind these creatures?<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:<\/a>then a head is crafted:<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:<\/a><\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them here.<\/a><\/a>The newest addition is Bunny:<\/a>Or you can buy them from their online store here.<\/a>Their logo and corporate were designed by the talented art.lebedev studio <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sorry-barbie-but-compared-to-mooqla.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"61.52401,105.318756","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","location":"Russia","datetime":"Jul 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3aa094db1afc8c0f":{"eid":"3aa094db1afc8c0f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Jeremy Scott's Longchamp Pliage Credit Card bag","utc_ts":"1216992900","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jeremy Scott<\/a> has collaborated once again with French luggage brand Longchamp on their famous \"Pliage\" bag to bring us the new Longchamp X Jeremy Scott 'Pliage' bag, an homage to consumerism. The original Pliage Bag by Longchamp is shown below.<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at Colette<\/a> and goes for 175 Euros.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/funky-find-of-week-jeremy-scotts.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Jul 25, 2008 1:35 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 25, 2008 6:35 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0ec519343728f4ef":{"eid":"0ec519343728f4ef","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Orb\u2122: Prefab Home Offices, Vacation Homes & Corporate Structures","utc_ts":"1217336820","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of Philip Simpson<\/a>'s desire to have an inspiring and affordable outdoor space for his own family to enjoy. His starting point, as a designer, was to reject the box-like structure and unnatural colours and contours of the caravan. He wanted something that would enhance the user's appreciation of the outdoors, from both inside and out. His initial sketches (on backs of envelopes and restaurant napkins), inspired more by gypsy caravans and yachts, won the support of his dream team of architects and designers, and the list of potential customers grew.Together with architect David Miller<\/a>, (who designed the award-winning Media Centre at Lords' Cricket Ground while at Future Systems) and a leading structural engineering practice, the is fast becoming a reality. One of the UK's top interior design consultancies, Real Studios, has created a range of inspiring interiors to highlight the lifestyle potential of these unique units.The Orb Home Office:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:<\/a><\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.<\/a><\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb is available in the following standard sizes: 4m x 3m, 4m x 6m, 4m x 9m and 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Double-glazed display windows* Full graphic wrap* Flexible bespoke interiors* Under floor heating* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Removeable axle and wheels* 4 adjustable legs* Push pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated servicesRead the FAQs about the Orb here.<\/a>contact info:Philip Simpson, Design DirectorOrb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: philip@theorb.biz<\/a>Veronica Simpson, Media Liaison and PR:Orb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: mail@theorb.biz<\/a>Visit the Orb website here.<\/a>\u00a9 Orb Properties Ltd., Patent Pending 0510520, EU Design Registration 308481 http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/orb-prefab-home-offices-vacation-homes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","location":"London","datetime":"Jul 29, 2008 1:07 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 29, 2008 6:07 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"35299eae5a713ec5":{"eid":"35299eae5a713ec5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Modern Take On Nixie Tube Clocks from BDDW, Chronotronix, Puhlmann and Peter J. Jensen","utc_ts":"1217511060","descrptn":"<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube? <\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is Nixie Clock.net<\/a>. Since 1997 they've sold Nixie Tube Clocks and living accessories. The company is located in Germany and they run a warehouse in the United States in order to improve their service standard. Having started retailing Nixie Clocks they are now developing their own Nixie Tube Clocks and below are some of their models.CHRONOTRONIX V400 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a><\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>The CHRONOTRONIX V300 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Unfortunately the CHRONOTRONIX IN-18 NIXIE CLOCK shown below is sold out:<\/a><\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:<\/a><\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing here.<\/a>The ones above can also be found here at Chronotronix Nixie Tube Clocks.<\/a>The Puhlmann Nixie Clock designed by dutch designer Frank Clewits is another nice modern version:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor <\/a>Unfortunately, I can not find this clock for sale anywhere. Even the puhlmann shop<\/a> doesn't seem to have it.Another site that sells handmade nixie clocks, as well as nixie clock kits, is Peter J. Jensen's tubeclock.com.<\/a><\/a><\/a>And if you are digging the nixies, check out this gallery of homemade nixie tube clocks.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/modern-take-on-nixie-tube-clocks-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.165691,10.451526","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","location":"Germany","datetime":"Jul 31, 2008 1:31 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 31, 2008 6:31 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"02a0d2185e4fb2a4":{"eid":"02a0d2185e4fb2a4","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Blondel Chocolates and +41 Make Sweet Collaborations With Nike & Alife","utc_ts":"1217574000","descrptn":"<\/a>Blondel Chocolats<\/a> in Lausanne, Switzerland certainly doesn't look hip or trendy. But looks can be deceiving. Tucked away on a cobblestone street, it's hard to believe they have produced some of the hippest chocolate collaborations of late (with some design help from the folks at +41).<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from +41 <\/a>created these delicious looking wonderful miniature milk and white chocolate shoes available for purchase:<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a><\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a>Not available for purchase but equally delectable are +41's large versions of the AF1 in dark and white chocolate:<\/a><\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The designers at +41<\/a> also helped to commemorate New York's ultra hot shoe and apparel store, ALIFE<\/a>, 's debut in Switzerland this past June 19th at GRAND<\/a> with a Blondel chocolate bar and choco-t shirt.<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and Cellophane<\/a> but both seem to be sold out everywhere.<\/a><\/a>Shop Alife<\/a> here.Blondel Chocolats began in 1850 and is world renowned for making delicious chocolates and confections. Be sure to stop by if ever in Lausanne!<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.chwww.chocolaterieblondel.ch<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/blondel-chocolates-make-sweet.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217628234","modified_date":"1217628234","type":"","lat_lon":"46.818188,8.227512","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","location":"Switzerland","datetime":"Aug 1, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"08c6dfef94a0c826":{"eid":"08c6dfef94a0c826","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Maude Decor's Patricia Baun: Floors With Flair","utc_ts":"1217746800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the Maude Decor website.<\/a>2005 Collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>2006 collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>zig zag series:<\/a>Letterbox series:<\/a><\/a>b&b series:<\/a><\/a>colour bars:<\/a>patches:<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Her Canadian Mountain rugs (based on topographical images of the actual mountians):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Art prints of her Star Quest Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2006 Collection<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their gallery<\/a>. To download information and pricing details click here<\/a>.And finally, she has just released this stunning rug, a collaboration with artist\/designer Michael Staniszkis. Caaw is available exclusively at www.66degrees.com<\/a> for a limited time. Only 20 will be created. Finished size is 8'x12'. Each will be hand-painted, signed and dated.<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Don't forget, there's more to see at Maude Decor.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/maude-decors-patricia-baun-floors-with.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217757140","modified_date":"1217757140","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","datetime":"Aug 3, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2feefd04de91753a":{"eid":"2feefd04de91753a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UK Artist Barnaby Bradford's Sick & Twisted Ceramics","utc_ts":"1217833200","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover<\/a>Above: Imposter!<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful<\/a>Above: French Kiss<\/a>Above: J'adore Le Coq D'or<\/a>Above: Stick That On You Tube!<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>You may already be familiar with some of these:<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise Bernardaud<\/a> is hosting an exhibition entitled Petits bouleversements au centre de la table (Minor revolutions at the center of the table).His website<\/a>contact info:Barnaby Barfordmob: +44 (0) 7870 643476e-mail:info@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>press@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/uk-artist-barnaby-bradfords-sick.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217843983","modified_date":"1217843983","type":"","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","location":"Japan","datetime":"Aug 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"324a9502f2abb75e":{"eid":"324a9502f2abb75e","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"All The Olympic Posters Throughout History & The Story Behind Those 5 Rings","utc_ts":"1217919600","descrptn":"The 2008 Olympiad games begin this week in Beijing and so I thought I'd take this opportunity to share with you some fun Olympic design history as well as some present Olympic design-related news all this week. Today we'll start with the Olympic Posters, and the meaning behind the five rings.The very first Olympiad Games \"poster\"<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale here<\/a> on August 5. Approved by the International Olympic Committee, each set contains 25 posters, covering every edition of the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2004.<\/a>Printed on acid-free paper, each poster measures 500mm X 700mm.Buy them here<\/a> after August 5th.<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. 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Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? 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Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. Or at Unica Home.<\/a> Or at Velocity<\/a>.Hella Jongerius site.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/product-pick-of-week-hella-jongerius.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKhoIqc_LCI\/AAAAAAAATpQ\/Or0njMIgGO0\/s400\/Picture+7.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219928341","modified_date":"1219928341","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKhoIqc_LCI\/AAAAAAAATpQ\/Or0njMIgGO0\/s400\/Picture+7.png","datetime":"Aug 28, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 28, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d2073b145b42f9c":{"eid":"0d2073b145b42f9c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Boym's Sex Rugs; Aphrodite & Diana","utc_ts":"1220278200","descrptn":"<\/a>Not only are the 100% wool hand-tufted \"Sex\" rugs by Boym Partners Inc. unusual, fun and functional art you can hang on the wall or place on the floor, but given that the extra long wool that acts as 'hair' can be cut or they are actually interactive!Limited to 10 pieces of each and made in India, they measure a full 6' x 3' and are surprisingly affordable at $850.00 USD a piece.Purchase them here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/funky-find-of-week-boym-sex-rugs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLv3_Fv6Z-I\/AAAAAAAAUhc\/1qWxhASN45Y\/s400\/Boym+rugs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220297893","modified_date":"1220297893","type":"","lat_lon":"20.593684,78.96288","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLv3_Fv6Z-I\/AAAAAAAAUhc\/1qWxhASN45Y\/s400\/Boym+rugs.jpg","location":"India","datetime":"Sep 1, 2008 2:10 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 1, 2008 7:10 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2e2da792642ab599":{"eid":"2e2da792642ab599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ruby Slippers: Part Two - The Designer's Actual Shoes Are Wicked!","utc_ts":"1220511600","descrptn":"<\/a>Awhile back I informed you that several designers were asked to reinterpret Dorothy's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz<\/a> in honor of the 70th anniversary and for an auction on September 20th to benefit the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.I shared with you many of the 19 participating designers' sketches previously and now have photos of the actual shoes for you!! Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? Here I am, rockin' the runway!<\/a><\/a>Go ahead, you know you wanna do it!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/hp-laptop-gets-fashion-makeover-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221272328","modified_date":"1221272328","type":"feed","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","location":"China","datetime":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"06636a76f6582422":{"eid":"06636a76f6582422","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BA DA \"BLING\": Hip Hop's Crown Jewels Go Up For Auction","utc_ts":"1221375600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Missy Elliot's diamond clad turntable ring will be auctioned.<\/a>Phillips de Pury & Company Presents \u201cHip Hop\u2019s Crown Jewels\u201d, the First Auction of Historic Hip Hop Jewelry, Pioneering a New Collecting Category. Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. 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With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>First of all, the race is over and 23 year old Brit Hamilton Lewis has won. And Finnish born Heikki Kovalainen, who had to start last after stalling before the formation lap, was fourth on the grid, so it obviously wasn't the diamond helmet. What diamond helmet, you may ask?](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMXNmk1aLI\/AAAAAAAAOYs\/aSL6v9E-8mE\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>MP4-23 TECHNICAL SPECS: ENGINEType: Mercedes-Benz FO 108VCapacity: 2.4 litreNo. of cylinders: 8Max. rpm: 19,000 (FIA regulatory limit since 2007)Bank angle: 90\u00b0Piston bore maximum: 98 mm (FIA regulation)Number of valves: 32Fuel: Mobil 1 Unleaded (5.75% bio fuel)Lubricants: Mobil 1, newly developed 2008 formula for lower friction and better wear resistanceEngine: 95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight)TRANSMISSIONGearbox Speeds: Seven forward and one reverseSemi-auto: YesDriveshafts: McLarenClutch: Hand-operatedChassis: McLaren moulded carbon fibre\/aluminium honeycomb composite incorporating front and side impact structures. Contains integral safety fuel cellFront Suspension: Inboard torsion bar\/damper system operated by pushrod and bell crank with a double wishbone arrangementRear Suspension: Inboard torsion bar\/damper system operated by pushrod and bell crank with a double wishbone arrangementSuspension Dampers: KoniElectronics: McLaren Electronic Systems control units incorporating electronics for chassis, engine and data acquisition. McLaren Electronic Systems also supplies the electronic dash board, alternator voltage control, sensors, data analysis and telemetry systemsBodywork Construction: One-piece engine cover; seperate side pod covers. Separate floor section, structural nose with integral front wing.Tires: Bridgestone PotenzaRadios: KenwoodRace Wheels: EnkeiBrake Calipers and Brake Master Cylinders: AkebonoBatteries: GS Yuasa CorporationSteering: McLaren power-assistedInstruments: McLaren Electronic Systems2008 Monaco Grand Prix standings:<\/strong> 1. Hamilton McLaren-Mercedes2. Kubica BMW Sauber3. Massa Ferrari4. Webber Red Bull-Renault5. Vettel Toro Rosso-Ferrari6. Barrichello Honda7. Nakajima Williams-Toyota8. Kovalainen McLaren-Mercedes9. Raikkonen Ferrari10. Alonso Renault11. Button Honda12. Glock Toyota13. Trulli Toyota14. Heidfeld BMW SauberFastest lap:<\/strong> Raikkonen, 1:16.689A bit about McLaren and the Monaco Grand Prix:<\/a>The Principality of Monaco is the heady and glamorous location for round six of the 2008 Formula 1 World Championship. The 20 cars and drivers will compete around the 3.34km street circuit, racing between the Princes's Palace and the Mediterranean sea covered in some of the World's most lavish yachts. Since the start of the McLaren and Mercedes-Benz era, the team has won the race on five occasions. Mika Hakkinen in 1998, David Coulthard in 2000 and 2002, Kimi Raikkonen took the spoils in 2005 with Fernando Alonso claiming victory just ahead of then team-mate Lewis last year.<\/a> The connection to the race stretches back to the 60s, with Bruce McLaren taking the M2B to the track to make the marque's Formula 1 debut. In that time, the team has won a record 14 out of the 65 of Grands Prix staged in the Principality. This began with Alain Prost in 1984, kicking off a winning streak that stretched until 1993, with the exception of 1987. Five of these were at the hands of Ayrton Senna.<\/a>Monaco Grand Prix 2008 Monte Carlo Circuit Stats:Track Length:<\/strong> 3.340km \/ 2.075 miles Race Distance:<\/strong> 260.520km \/ 161.887 miles Number of Laps:<\/strong> 78 Lap Record:<\/strong> Michael Schumacher, 1m14.439s<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/hamilton-wins-monaco-grand-prix-was-it.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMVvWk1aKI\/AAAAAAAAOYk\/V2Zc1vRCY0o\/s400\/000_monaco08.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"2","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":"202","hash":"","creation_date":"1212394306","modified_date":"1212394306","type":"feed","datetime":"Jun 2, 2008 7:01 AM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jun 2, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"10ab22b9acc320fc":{"eid":"10ab22b9acc320fc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"When Solids And Stripes Collide: Corian\u00ae Loves Missoni","utc_ts":"1212562860","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>\"CORIAN\u00ae loves MISSONI\" was a collaboration of the the design versatility of DuPont<\/a>\u2122 Corian<\/a>\u00ae solid surfaces and the of Missoni. Kitchen, bath, living and dining areas were designed by Missoni with the use of DuPont's Corian.Missoni<\/a>, an Italian fashion and homewares house has long been known for its beautiful textiles, often recognizable by colorful stripes, zig zags and flame stitching. Corian is a material that is commonly associated with durable solid countertops. Combing these 'stripes' with this 'solid' yielded design that is both beautiful and durable.DuPont\u2122 Corian\u00ae solid surface - an exclusive product of DuPont - is an advanced composite material delivering superior levels of functionality and aesthetical performance for flat and curved surfacing applications in residential, public and commercial environments, indoor and outdoor.The results were fabulous as you will see.<\/a>Below are pictures from the exhibit at the 2008 Milan Design Week:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Rosita Missoni and her son, LucaRosita and her husband Ottavio Missoni were at the helm of Missoni SpA for 50 years, together creating a unique, inimitable that\u2019s admired all over the world. In 1997 she handed the reigns over to her sons Vittorio and Luca and, for fashion, her daughter Angela, and has since devoted herself exclusively to the MissoniHome <\/a>collections.Copyright \u00a9 2008 DuPont. All rights reserved. The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPont\u2122, The miracles of science\u2122 and all products denoted with \u00ae or \u2122 are registered trademarks or trademarks of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/when-solids-and-stripes-collide-corian.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEHNN2k1YpI\/AAAAAAAAOMc\/-CSvzlD8Ams\/s400\/missoni_topbar.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"4","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212587495","modified_date":"1212587495","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 4, 2008 7:01 AM","disp_date":"Jun 4, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"141b57f87768f1bc":{"eid":"141b57f87768f1bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tanya Agui\u00f1iga Sees Furniture A Little Differently Than Most","utc_ts":"1212925560","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Tanya Agui\u00f1iga (b.1978) is a Los Angeles based furniture designer\/maker raised in Tijuana, Mexico. Tanya\u2019s work is informed by border experiences: the interconnectedness of societies, the beauty in struggle and the celebration of culture. She uses furniture as a way to translate emotions into a three dimensional objects and tell stories trough color and touch. Her work encourages users to reconsider the objects they use on a daily basis by creating work that explores an objects\u2019 unseen aspect, such as half chairs that rely on the wall to function and whose image is only complete as its shadow is cast upon the wall.Hand felted Folding Chairs:<\/a><\/a>The Lowrider stools:<\/a><\/a>The Modular Lounge:<\/a><\/a>She has also dedicated much of her time to using art as a vehicle for community empowerment. She has been a member of Border Art Workshop BAW\/TAF, a bi-national artist collaborative for ten years. Through BAW\/TAF she helped to build and run a community center in an impoverished area of Tijuana built on trash from the US. For the 6 years she worked there, she focused on bringing national and international attention to the community\u2019s plight through arts only based programs.The P Tree:<\/a><\/a>The Hole Table:<\/a><\/a>Seating trays:<\/a><\/a>In the US, she worked on diversifying audiences through arts education at the San Diego Museum of Art and at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum through outreach programs. She has also done a great deal of work for migrant rights through art installations across Mexico and the US.The Embrace Lounge:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya is now working on ways to combine furniture design and community activism. Her formal education includes a BA in Furniture Design from San Diego State University and an MFA in Furniture Design from the Rhode Island School of Design.The Mo\u00f1o Table:<\/a><\/a>She was recently awarded a prestigious United States Artists Fellowship and was named a USA Target Fellow in the field of Crafts and Traditional Arts. Her work has been exhibited from Mexico City to Milan and included in major international publications such as Wallpaper magazine and \u201cPure Design, Objects of Desire\u201d published by Monsa Editions in Spain.<\/a>Above: A permanent installation of her work will be part of the new Children\u2019s Museum of San Diego<\/a> as a \u201cTexture Forest\u201d for toddlers, scheduled to open in May 2008.See more at her website.<\/a>Contact the artist here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tanya-aguiiga-sees-furniture-little.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELghmk1ZTI\/AAAAAAAAORs\/gU0S-_05lN4\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"8","hour":"11","minute":"46","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212933641","modified_date":"1212933641","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 8, 2008 11:46 AM","disp_date":"Jun 8, 2008 4:46 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1cba284d51bdbd6c":{"eid":"1cba284d51bdbd6c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design The Next Pair Of Dr. Martens Boots!","utc_ts":"1212961440","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Choose your canvas: the 8-hole or the 14-hole boot. Use pens, use paint, use whatever. Use your imagination. They've provided some tools here.<\/a> They've made it fun and easy, with templates, you can download, color changing with the click of a mouse, and more. So don't be intimidated... go for it.<\/a>Or if you want, you can use your own tools and templates. They will have two winners. One voted for by the people. The other chosen by their panel of industry insiders. You enter it. They\u2019ll actually make them. You\u2019ll see them in shops. Worldwide.Last year's winners available for purchase:<\/a><\/a>above:A custom design by Jeremy Asher Lynch of San Diego, CA, entitled \"Faces.\" 2007 winner of our boot design contest. This is a limited edition and each pair is numbered. Buy the 'faces' boot in the US here.<\/a>Your competition (or inspiration).<\/a>Above: design of the week as selected by the panel of judges.<\/a>Below are the highest rated top ten designs as of sunday, june 8th:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit of background on Dr. Martens:<\/a>Klaus MaertensDr. Martens is the stuff of legends. It all began near Munich, Germany in 1945 when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during the healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he constructed soles that had air trapped within closed compartments. He showed his prototype to his engineer\/inventor friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes. Not only did the shoe solve the doctor\u2019s immediate problem, but it also started to sell well in Germany.On April 1st, 1960, the famous eight-hole Dr. Martens boot \u2013 the so-called 1460 was born. This was followed by the 1914 with its 14-holes. Both of these boots were immediately embraced as a working-class essential across the UK.<\/a>But then something incredible started to happen. Like some viral infection, the postmen, factory workers and transport unions who had initially bought the boot by the thousand, were joined by the rejects, outcasts and rebels from the fringes of society. At first, it was the working-classes; before long it was the masses.<\/a><\/a>Skinheads were the first subculture to adopt the boot in the early 1960s. They were followed by nearly all the tribes that emerged over the next four decades: Mods, glam rockers, punks, ska, psychobillies, grebos, goths, industrialists, nu-metal, hardcore, straight-edge, grunge, Britpop, emo\u2026 etc.Subcultures are exactly that \u2013 outside of mainstream culture \u2013 true to form these disparate \u2018tribes\u2019 rapidly began customising the boots: hot knifing, spraying, cutting, painting, deliberately roughing them up or obsessively polishing them to a luminous shine.<\/a><\/a>High fashion has similarly messed around with the core design in order to include the famous boot in their collections over the last 50 years. Designers who have produced their own unique customisations include Manolo Blahnik, Jean Paul Gaultier, Vivian Westwood, Gareth Pugh and most recently Yohji Yamamoto.Regardless of whether it was a street tribe, musician or fashion legend who was personalising this iconic footwear, the common denominator was the \u2018person\u2019, the individual, the creative streak that lies deep within every Dr. Martens wearer. No marketing was ever needed, or used, to create this cycle of invention, and as such this forged a purity that has made the boot one of the most recognisable symbols of creativity and rebellion purely through the people who\u2019ve worn them.We will be forever indebted to the people who have made us what we are today and continue to do so by using Dr. Martens boots as a blank canvas for their own relentless creativity.above photos and information courtesy of dr. martensNow, get designing!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/design-next-pair-of-dr-martens-boots.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExj0asw3-I\/AAAAAAAAOuE\/SzKArM9w4Gc\/s400\/dr-martens.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"8","hour":"21","minute":"44","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212976965","modified_date":"1212976965","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 8, 2008 9:44 PM","disp_date":"Jun 8, 2008 2:44 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"087df36adef74fe5":{"eid":"087df36adef74fe5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Miracle-Gro Millinery: Tulips and Pansies, The Headdress Affair","utc_ts":"1213020060","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Now in its seventh year, Village Care of New York's annual \"Tulips and Pansies: The Headdress Affair\" is not your average benefit fashion show - pair New York's top florists with the city's most creative fashion designers, and the end result? Floral headdresses akin to wearable rooftop gardens, that are so outrageous and over-the-top they could be their own float in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif.Take a look:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The show, held on Thursday, May 15, raised funds to support Village Care\u2019s medical and other support programs for the 1500 AIDS and HIV patients<\/a> they serve on a daily basis. With Heatherette's Richie Rich and Traver Rains and model and actress Lydia Hearst as the event's co-chairs and James Aguiar of \"Full Frontal Fashion\" as the exuberant emcee, fashion met floral in 18 elaborately constructed headdresses by designers suchas Betsey Johnson, Alvin Valley, Catherine Malandrino, Yigal Azrouel, Shoshanna, Lela Rose, Magda Berliner, Cynthia Steffe, Jordi Scott, b. michael, Alexis Bittar and others.<\/a>above: host James Aguiar\"It smells amazing, the girls look amazing and the drag queens look amazing!\" said Richie Rich, who participated in the show last year with a \u201cbig flying saucer floral concoction.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Though working with fresh flowers is no easy feat (\"They don\u2019t last! You\u2019re trying to get them on, either sew them or with the glue gun, but the glue gun melts the flowers, and they wilt. It\u2019s like an 'America's Next Top Model' challenge!\" explained Richie Rich), it didn\u2019t stop the designers from dreaming up headdress that challenged gravity and gave a whole new meaning to the famous sixties song lyric, \"If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair.\"<\/a>From a corset constructed entirely of pussy willow buds resembling tiny pearls by Empress 22 Charlene Chivoe of Imperial Court of New York (in collaboration with Tara McInerney of Morningside Greenhouse) to long garlands of flowers delicately woven into the model's hair in Cynthia Steffe and Renny and Reed's bohemian headdress, the results were varied, but for the five judges \u2013 Patrick McDonald, Alison Berlin, Maggie Norris, Frank Di Caro and Richie Rich \u2013 there were some clear stand-outs.The judges named four winners \u2013 \"Most Outrageous\" went to Empress 13 Anne Tique of Imperial Court of New York in collaboration with Brian Fischer of Morningside Greenhouse for their enormous headdress featuring pencil cactus, orchids, peony petals and tillandesis; \"Most Beautiful\" was Alexis Bittar and Flowers Rock\u2019s Victorian Cyber Goth creation; \"Most Original\" went to FORM New York and Aristocratic by Tammy's white orchid and blue ostrich feather design and \"Most Engaging\" was awarded to the biggest headdress of the evening, Betsey Johnson and David Tutera\u2019s \"pussy willow chapeau\" with irises, petal brim and grass construction.here are some fun backstage shots for you:<\/a><\/a>image sources: Fashion Wear Daily\/wire image\/getty images.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tulips-and-pansies-headdress-affair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExDEqsw3MI\/AAAAAAAAOn0\/M_84dpMA3c0\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"14","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 2:01 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 7:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3f44378a526f685a":{"eid":"3f44378a526f685a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BREAKING NEWS: iphone 2.0 release date delayed until July.","utc_ts":"1213040160","descrptn":"<\/a>Hot off the presses:WWDC: iPhone 2.0 release slated for early Julyby Brian Chen, Macworld.comJun 9, 2008 11:14 amFrom MacworldApple will delay the release of the iPhone 2.0 software until early July. But when the firmware does ship, it will offer plenty of new features for iPhone and iPod touch users.Apple announced the new release date for the iPhone 2.0 update as part of a demonstration of the software during Steve Jobs\u2019 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote presentation on Monday. Originally, Apple had expected to release iPhone 2.0 in late June.When it does ship, the software will introduce a host of new features. The iPhone will add a contact search that allows users to enter a name and instantly find who they\u2019re looking for. Full iWork document support lets users view Pages, Numbers, and Keynote documents. Apple also will offer full support for Microsoft Office documents, including PowerPoint presentations.iPhone 2.0 adds much sought-after bulk delete and move capabilities to its Mail application. Mail users will be able to save images from e-mails into their Photo Library.Apple will also add parental control features, allowing parents to turn off explicit content, YouTube, iTunes Store, and the forthcoming App Store.As announced when Apple first unveiled its iPhone 2.0 plans in March, the software update is free for iPhone users. iPod touch users can update to the firmware for $9.99.In addition to outlining iPhone 2.0 features, Apple executives also profiled the iPhone software development kit that allows developers to build native apps for the phone. In a 33-minute demonstration during Monday\u2019s keynote, a steady stream of developers showed off the games and apps that will be available via the App Store later this summer. Companies demonstrating their wares included Sega, Loopt, Pangea Software, TypePad, Cow Music, and Modality.\u201cWe think we have a fantastic platform here for people to build incredible applications,\u201d said Scott Forstall, Apple senior vice president of iPhone software.Jobs also spoke about the enterprise features in the iPhone 2.0 update, highlighting many of the capabilities first showcased at his March demo. New enterprise features will include push e-mail, push contacts, push calendars auto-discovery of Microsoft Exchange servers.As this article went to press, the keynote was continuing. We\u2019ll have more information on iPhone 2.0 as it becomes available.---------------------------------------------------------------------------and from Engadget<\/a>:It's been a long, leak-filled wait, but Apple finally took the wraps off its 3G iPhone. Thinner edges, full plastic back, flush headphone jack, and the iPhone 2.0 firmware -- Apple's taking a lot of the criticisms to heart from the first time around. Obviously 3G is at the forefront, but they're also making sure it's available all over internationally, works with enterprises, runs 3rd party apps... and does it all for cheaper. Apple claims its 3G speeds trounce the competition, with pageloads 36% faster than the N95 and Treo 750 -- and of course it completely trounces the old EDGE data. Battery life isn't getting put out to pasture though, with 300 hours of standby, 8-10 hours of 2G talk, 5 hours of 3G talk, 7 hours of video and 24 hours of audio. GPS is also a go. Apple is using A-GPS, which supplements regular satellite GPS data with info from cellular towers. WiFi data is also worked into the mix, which should give users a pretty solid lock on where the heck they are on this planet. Unfortunately, there's no front-facing cam, which syncs with what we were hearing, but is still a little disappointing. Apple hopes to launch in 70 countries this year. 8GB is available for $199, 16GB for $299 -- and the 16GB comes in white. Both pricepoints require a contract. Apple will be hitting the 22 biggest markets, including the US, on July 11th.Other tidbits: * It's a teensy bit thicker. * A SIM ejector comes in the box, at last. * There's no dock included, just a USB power adapter. * On AT&T unlimited iPhone 3G data plans for consumers will be available for $30 a month, on top of voice plans starting at $39.99 a month. Unlimited 3G data for business users will be $45 a month, on top of voice.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/breaking-news-iphone-20-release-date.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE2IEasw4KI\/AAAAAAAAOvk\/FBMWRD2yV68\/s400\/Picture+5.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"19","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 7:36 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 12:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"04fb21e8aff427f1":{"eid":"04fb21e8aff427f1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Latest Things To Be Blinged: Ricoh Diamond Camera & New LG USB Diamond Drive","utc_ts":"1213220940","descrptn":"Dalumi Goes Tech with Diamond Camera, USB Drive(source: \/>DTC Sightholder Dalumi Group has launched a luxury lifestyle accessory collection, featuring a diamond-encrusted flash drive and a digital camera accented with diamonds. The launch is a result of a partnership with Korean technology giant LG Electronics and Japan\u2019s Ricoh,<\/a> a digital photo and office solution leader.Dalumi<\/a> Marketing and Business Development Head Yuval Kemp explained that the partnership was directly related to the company\u2019s fashion world debut of the diamond-studded top designed with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 last year (shown below).<\/a>\u201cThe success of the exclusive diamond-studded clothing item that we designed together with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 prompted us to partner and manufacture other unique items such as these elegant electronic goods\u201d, said Kemp.<\/a>Above: The \"Luxury Diamond Camera\" from Dalumi and Ricoh features more than 200 diamonds mounted on white gold<\/a>The LG Disk on Key is made up of diamonds from Dalumi mounted in white gold and is valued at $10,000, while the Ricoh Capilo R5 digital camera includes over 200 diamonds, also embedded in white gold, and is priced at $25,000.The camera and flash drive will be displayed at high-profile, luxury goods exhibitions around the world and will be auctioned at the end of the year, with the entirety of the proceeds going to the SOS Children\u2019s Village in Botswana<\/a>, a charity for orphans Dalumi<\/a> has supported in the past.Dalumi Diamonds<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/latest-things-to-be-blinged-ricoh.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFBJIasw5AI\/AAAAAAAAO2U\/mQsw6wkIkKk\/s400\/dalumi_gfferre.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"11","hour":"21","minute":"49","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213242121","modified_date":"1213242121","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 11, 2008 9:49 PM","disp_date":"Jun 11, 2008 2:49 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3d623deea337071a":{"eid":"3d623deea337071a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Flip Floppin' For Charity: Limited Edition Havaianas By Celebrity Make Up Artists","utc_ts":"1213282080","descrptn":"<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue has begun Beauty Splash, a program that sells, exclusively, these limited edition Havaianas<\/a> designed by celebrity make up artists Bobbie Brown, Trish McEvoy and Laura Mercier with a portion of the proceeds going to Charity Water, a non profit organization.<\/a>For the entire month of June, Saks Fifth Avenue will be offering its customers these special edition Havaianas on saks.com<\/a> and, from June 8-22, at all store locations for a retail price of $15, with any two cosmetics or fragrance purchases (while supplies last). $1 from each purchase up to $200,000 will be donated to charity: water - a non-profit initiative bringing clean water and basic sanitation into impoverished communities.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a>Havaianas<\/a>Since their creation in the 1960\u2019s, Havaianas sandals have been coveted the world over for both their function and fashion. A top-secret rubber recipe created exclusively by Alpargatas S.A. is what sets the Havaianas experience apart from others in the category, offering authentic comfort and quality benefits that can\u2019t be replicated.<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue,<\/a> one of the world\u2019s pre-eminent specialty retailers, is renowned for its superlative American and international designer collections, its expertly edited assortment of handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts, and the first-rate fashion expertise and exemplary client service of its Associates. Today, Saks operates 54 full-line stores in 25 states, 3 licensed stores in Mexico City, Dubai and Riyadh, 49 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores and saks.com, the company\u2019s online store.<\/a>charity: water<\/a> is a nonprofit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water into impoverished communities. Since charity: water was founded and began activity in August 2006, they have funded the construction of more than 474 water projects in 11 developing nations that, when completed, will provide clean drinking water to more than 200,000 people.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/flip-floppin-for-charity-limited.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFE6Eqsw5mI\/AAAAAAAAO7E\/5lQsdITh3wA\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"12","hour":"14","minute":"48","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213285167","modified_date":"1213285167","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 12, 2008 2:48 PM","disp_date":"Jun 12, 2008 7:48 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"310861ae730c434d":{"eid":"310861ae730c434d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jemal Wright Bath Designs: For Those Who Like A Bold or Blingy Bathroom","utc_ts":"1213945200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jemal Wright Bath Designs is unlikely to be mentioned in the same sentence as the words neutral, monochrome or tradition. Far from it. Jemal Wright Bath Designs are bright, bold and blingy. The kind of toilets you'd refer to as a commode rather than a crapper.The designs consist of two lines of bathroom furnishings; The Chromeozone\u2122 and the Isis\u2122.The pieces in the Chromeozone\u2122 collection start with a chrome plated porcelain base to which dyes are added retaining the metallic sheen of chrome while adding flexibility of color:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The ISIS\u2122 collection has the same chromed and dyed porcelain but come partially or completely handset with Swarovski crystals. You can add crystal studded flushing handles, screw caps and lid. Or you can have the entire commode handset with crystals:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each piece is finished with the studio's signature logo and is numbered and recorded for authenticity:<\/a>With one of these in your home, I guess you'd have to excuse yourself to go to the jemal rather than the john.Jemal Wright Bath Designs1007 S 21st. Ave.Hollywood, FL 33020phone: 786.597.3661email: info@jemalwright.com<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/jemal-wright-bath-designs-for-those-who.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFnmMTKIj6I\/AAAAAAAAPJs\/WWUFNn8FcOI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"20","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213991102","modified_date":"1213991102","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 20, 2008 7:00 AM","disp_date":"Jun 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2684f710dfa77222":{"eid":"2684f710dfa77222","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"EICHLERS: A Modern Vision. New paintings by Danny Heller Opens Today","utc_ts":"1214144580","descrptn":"As a huge fan of both artist Danny Heller <\/a>and architect Joseph Eichler, the exhibit opening today at Terrence Rogers Fine Art<\/a>, Eichlers: A Modern Vision, it's no wonder I feel that this exhibit is a must see. The show consists of paintings of Eichler's mid century modern architecture as they appear today.<\/a><\/a>EICHLERS: A Modern VisionNEW PAINTINGS by DANNY HELLERSunday, June 22 \u2013 July 31<\/a>Above : artist Danny HellerIn his first show, Los Angeles painter Danny Heller captured views of suburbia. This new exhibition features the homes popularized by the California developer Joseph Eichler.<\/a>To learn about Joseph Eichler and his home designs, click here.<\/a>Danny Heller focuses on Eichler houses in his native San Fernando Valley. Avoiding any sense of nostalgia or artificial atmosphere, Heller paints \u201cnow\u201d \u2013 as the houses exist today \u2013 bringing a sense of wonderment and delight that is both original to the houses and displays a modernity that is very much alive.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Rather than a portrait of the overall house, Danny Heller\u2019s eye finds a path to a door, a fa\u00e7ade\u2019s strict geometry of right angles, or the wonderful triangles of a carport. The atriums become vehicles for catching light as well as an invitation to living.<\/a>In Heller\u2019s vision, a light in a garage or the glimpse of forms seen through translucent glass become as magical as dusk behind Italian cypresses.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Looking at elements to frame and sculpt, Danny Heller\u2019s paintings hint at the complexity of the designs and offer of symmetry, poise and beauty, all in the context of Southern California, that make Eichlers special.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above are only some of the pieces in the show, to see them all, click here.<\/a>Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, noon to five. p.m.Opening ReceptionSunday, June 22, 1 to 4 p.m.Artist talk 2 p.m.TERRENCE ROGERS FINE ART1231 Fifth StreetSanta Monica, CA 90401310 394 4999Terrence Rogers Fine Art is located at 1231 Fifth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401 (between Wilshire and Arizona). For a map, click here <\/a>. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, Noon - 5pm. Eichlers: A Modern Vision<\/i> show runs from June 22nd through July 31st.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/eichlers-modern-vision-new-paintings-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5nlTKIlSI\/AAAAAAAAPUo\/qiEHLbvEWOw\/s400\/eichler_carport.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"22","hour":"14","minute":"23","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214163998","modified_date":"1214163998","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 22, 2008 2:23 PM","disp_date":"Jun 22, 2008 7:23 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"015d9132b71bd1c0":{"eid":"015d9132b71bd1c0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Johanna Basford Goes Cuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium & Flutterlicious","utc_ts":"1214668800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>\n<\/a>\nCuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium, Flutterlicious and Macbeth are just a few of the fun names Johanna Basford has given to her unique and beautiful wallpapers. The multi talented Scottish designer has a way with names as well as with flora and fauna. Her hand printed and hand painted wallpapers (both custom and studio collection) are simply fabulous. In addition to those, she makes ceramics, limited edition prints, lampshades and some unusual items all of which incorporate her simultaneously delicate and bold designs.\n\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n\nTalented and super productive, she was the recipient of Elle's Decoration Design Award for the best in bedrooms in 2007. Below are some of her amazing creations, with the descriptions furnished from Johanna.\n\nBespoke Collection of Wallpaper\n\nPunk Peacock, Bespoke Collection - digitally printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Johanna's first exploration into digital printing. A twist on tradition, this interpretation of the \u2018bird amongst the blossoms\" print, features pairs of ornamental peacocks, perched amidst giant, oversized foliage and flowers, in a dramatic black on white, super-wide wallpaper. Not for the fainthearted, this bold, 1.2 meter wide print packs an eye-watering visual punch.\n\nDelirium, Bespoke Collection - hand printed and embellished with Swarovski Crystals:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Richly inked hand printed wallpaper, studded with Swarovski Crystals. This paper features layers of swirling botanics and decorative flourishes, silk screen printed in gloss black, pearly metallics, flashes of crisp silver lacquer and hand embellished with world-famous Swarovski Crystals.\n\nMidnight Butterfly, Bespoke Collection - hand printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A truly exquisite wallpaper, perfect for hanging in panels in place of traditional artwork. Delicate, inky layers of black on black floral and butterfly motifs are over printed with gold lacquered detail and further embellished with hand drawing. Paper-cut and gold leaf butterfly silhouettes flutter from the paper at intervals. Each panel is accompanied with 5 gold leaf butterflies, to be sited on install to catch the light or draw attention to a particular feature. Further gold leaf butterflies available on request.\n\nCuckoo, Bespoke Collection - hand painted:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Delicate gold lacquered cuckoo clock, surrounded by rambling foliage and layered over a glossy black on black silhouette. A unique piece merging ornate decoration with functional design. Battery operated clock mechanism (single AA battery required)\n\nStudio Collection of Wallpapers:\n\nCrazy Botanic, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Delicate tangles of imagined botanics, a-flutter with butterflies and lady bugs form densely decorative spheres of foliage, each interlinked with a single entwined vine.\nAvailable in the color options shown above.\n\nFlutterlicious, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: A truly sumptuous wallpaper; hundreds of delicately hand drawn butterflies, silk screen printed in rich gold lacquer or pearly hot pink. Stunning in single panels or stretched out across a feature wall.\n\nBella, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Simple, yet delicately ornate; topiary-inspired spheres of foliage and blossoms, interlaced with love birds and butterflies, hand printed in pearly hues of aqua green onto spearmint or crisp white. Also available as a print.\n\nPeking, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Orient-inspired opulence; circular motifs featuring ornamental peacocks and butterflies encircled with exotic blossoms and foliage, each adjoined with a decorative band of flourishes. Available in the color options shown above.\n\nMacbeth, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A deliciously dark, gothic-inspired wallpaper. In a twist to Johanna's usual of feminine florals, tangles of botanics and serpents twist their way through skeletons, spider's webs and ram's skulls.\n\nDamask, Studio Collection - Limited Edition:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Elegant flora intricately laced together forming a shaped motif. Printed in limited edition print runs in two colour palettes, Western Isle Stone, a crisp, slate blue on white and Shortbread, warm biscuity beige onto a creamy rice-pudding ground.\n\nInsectiana, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A wallpaper with hidden depths. On close inspection, this styled print reveals a treasure of entomology gems; an inky, Victorian-inspired motif encases intricate drawings of beasties, butterflies and bumble bees. Available in white on black or black on white. Also available as a print.\n\nParlour, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\nAbove: Inspired by glamorous 50's show girls, with a hint of art nouveau opulence, this cheeky wallpaper is a must for boudoirs and powder rooms.\n\nHer \"glow' wallpaper seems to be a project that I hope becomes a reality:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n\nAbout Johanna (the following is her bio from her site):\nInspired by her upbringing on a small fish farm in rural Scotland, much of Johanna's work has roots in the flora and fauna that she has grown up with. Her boundless imagination and passion for drawing, took her to Art School in Dundee, where she graduated with a first honours degree in Printed Textiles in 2005. Having dabbled with the of moving to London to work in a commercial studio, Johanna decided the concrete clad city sapped her creativity. Driven by a passion to create beautiful work of the highest possible calibre, Johanna set up her small Scottish studio creating distinctively different hand drawn motifs in her signature black and white palette. In addition to creating her own collection of hand printed wallpapers which now adorn the walls of commercial and residential spaces across the globe, Johanna has created work for a variety of clients such as DKNY, Heals and The Crafts Council at the Victoria and Albert Museum.Her products are available at several UK stores and some overseas stores, go here to see stockists.\n<\/a>\nOr, to purchase online, go to the following links:\nDesign Supremo<\/a>\nEmma Clanfield Designs<\/a>\nFresh Interior Solutions<\/a>\nLove the Rain<\/a>\nNot On The High Street<\/a>\nRockett St George<\/a>\nThe Shop Floor Project<\/a>\n\nJohanna Basford's site.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/johanna-basford-goes-cuckoo-punk.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKPQzKImKI\/AAAAAAAAPbo\/9o2j0a078dI\/s400\/makingpaper.jpeg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"28","hour":"16","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214682029","modified_date":"1214682029","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 28, 2008 4:00 PM","disp_date":"Jun 28, 2008 9:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"138fe667145b91fc":{"eid":"138fe667145b91fc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Victory 2008 Vision Street Premium Motorcyle","utc_ts":"1214692380","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>The New 2008 Victory Vision Street Premium BikeA new generation of an American luxury-touring motorcycle that takes modern and comfort as far as it\u2019s ever been. The chassis is long & low with remarkable balance & maneuverability. The seat, floorboards, controls, and modern design are engineered for optimal riding comfort, while a new 106-cubic-inch Freedom\u00ae V-Twin\u2122 with 6-speed overdrive produces smooth, powerful performance.<\/a><\/a>Available in 3 color options:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Also in touring model:<\/a><\/a>The Vision Street Premium starts at $20,499. (US msrp)Learn all about it, customize your own online, see videos and reviews as well as other models here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/victory-2008-vision-street-premium.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGUWezKInFI\/AAAAAAAAPjA\/tLkPV1XeG9I\/s400\/victoryvisionstreetbike.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"28","hour":"22","minute":"33","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214725825","modified_date":"1214725825","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 28, 2008 10:33 PM","disp_date":"Jun 28, 2008 3:33 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"30acfd15b45373a6":{"eid":"30acfd15b45373a6","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Paris Treasure Hunt - Ooh La La!","utc_ts":"1215004260","descrptn":"<\/a>Talk about an interesting way to promote a city! This engaging Paris Treasure Hunt (tr\u00e9sors de paris) is a lot more interesting than your typical Tourism Board advertising. Last year, the 2007 event had more than 15,000 participants.<\/a>Above: The poster for last year's treasure huntSo, what is it?The treasure hunt is free and open to all (yes, the site is available in english as well as french). You can enroll here<\/a> or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall (Mairie de Paris and Jean-Bernard Bros) is a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.<\/a>You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.<\/a>The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.<\/a>Above: The landing page of the websitetr\u00e9sors de paris gives visitors (and even locals) a chance to discover secret passages, unknown streets and hidden gardens in the 3e, 6e, 13e and 18e arrondissements. just sign up (it's free) with up to six of your friends, and receive clues and mysteries to help you navigate the maze of Paris streets. Lost? Stop and ask the paris \"characters\" for help. There are fabulous prizes for the winner: access to a secret cabaret, a night in a five-star hotel and dinner at a top restaurant. With many treasure hunts throughout the year, each one is themed to fit your interests. The theme on july 5th is ecology and sustainable development.<\/a>The rules:<\/b>Come and hunt Paris treasures. The treasure hunt is free and open to all. You can enrol here or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall will be a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.Paris treasure hunt will start at 10 AM and will end at 3.30 PM, on the 5th of July 2008.<\/strong> In order to play the contestants have to register on this website <\/strong><\/a> in advance or in front of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts town halls.Registration is free and open to everyone.<\/strong>The enigmas (clues in the form of questions) will be given to the treasure hunters, the 5th of July 2008 between 10 AM and 1 PM. There will be a treasure hunt with different winners in each of the districts.The treasure will not be timed. However, the closing time of the game is set at 3.30 PM. The winners will be determined at random by drawing lots amongst the teams that finish before closing time.Game Mechanics :<\/strong>Several enigmas (clues\/ questions), following different itineraries, will be distributed at random to the contestants. All the courses of a district will converge toward the same ending. Every member of a team will receive the same enigmas. By following the enigma, the contestants will be guided toward several neighbourhood of Paris where strange characters will be awaiting them to challenge them to trials of wits, humour, taste, scent and who knows what? If they succeed they will win clues that will take the form of bits of paper.At the end, the contestants will have to use their clues to solve a final enigma, which will lead them to the arrival place. There, the contestants will be asked to put a coupon with their name and the phone number where they can be reached in France, in a ballot box.The final challenge :<\/strong>At the arrival point, in order to increase their chances to win, the contestants will have to answer a question about the course they just finished. If they answer it right, they will be able to put extra coupons in the ballot box.Prizes:<\/strong>There will be winners in each of the five districts.The prizes include :an access to the secret Paris Cabaret, which opens only once a year, dinners in top Paris restaurants, nights in chic Paris hotels, special \u201cParis tours\u201d showing the mysterious side of the city.Pour plus d'informations (For more information)<\/strong>Contactez Ma Langue Au Chat \u2013Tel. : 33.1.44 92.93.94 \u2013 facteur@tresorsdeparis.fr<\/a>This event was organized by Mairie De Paris.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/paris-treasure-hunt-ooh-la-la.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGpQszKIpgI\/AAAAAAAAP3A\/LhEViysDCtk\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"11","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:11 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:11 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2cf9710286a4c012":{"eid":"2cf9710286a4c012","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sutherland + Starck = Robinwood Deluxe","utc_ts":"1215006000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Sutherland<\/a>, the Texas-based outdoor furniture company has collaborated with designer Philippe Starck to create this collection of outdoor teak and aluminum furniture.<\/a>The Robinwood Deluxe collection, named after the rebel Robin Hood with each piece in the collection named after one of the members of the merry band of thieves, consists of 26 pieces.<\/a>Combining Philippe Starck's minimal with outdoor materials results in a functional and beautiful line of furniture.<\/a><\/a>There are some real standouts and unexpected pieces like a canopied bed, rocking chair, one armed barstool and highback sofa:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>as well as standards like tables, dining chairs and chaise-longues:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In addition to the actual furniture, the collection is promoted with a charming illustrated piece telling the 'story' of the furniture and the providence of the name. Here are a few images from the piece:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the mini-site and learn more here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sutherland-starck-robinwood-deluxe.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGgAtjKIoUI\/AAAAAAAAPs4\/Vdm25OuCxFI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"40","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:40 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:40 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"384a58b1bc4c7a26":{"eid":"384a58b1bc4c7a26","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"(Untitled)","utc_ts":"1215234240","descrptn":"<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/blog-post.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SG_T0zKIsAI\/AAAAAAAAQLo\/8G3EcJM0ZEg\/s400\/linkreminder.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"5","minute":"4","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 5:04 AM","disp_date":"Jul 4, 2008 10:04 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1befadf5db96df9d":{"eid":"1befadf5db96df9d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Air Conditioning Worth Framing: Art Cool by LG","utc_ts":"1215266400","descrptn":"Art Cool by LG is the latest household appliance to masquerade as art. First it was speakers (see the post on Artcoustic here<\/a>), then Two Eye's cool concealed televisions, the R4 (see them here<\/a>) and now, air conditioners. Cool, huh?<\/a><\/a>This wall mountable or freestanding frame type air conditioner can hold a photo or piece of artwork (even wallpaper) of the customer's choice, so what my look like a piece of art is actually a functioning air conditioner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>ART COOL is LG's premium, design-oriented air conditioner series, which also includes renditions of art pieces by famous painters, as well as a unique picture frame model that allows users to modify and customize the unit with their own artwork or photography. The series helps to transform household appliances such as air conditioners into stylish objects of art.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: model LA091CNPMuch like the traditional LG ART COOL series, the new ART COOL Inverter line features a slim interior, wall-mounted evaporator that can be fit to enhance the end user's decor.Every trimming has been added to the refined ARTCOOL series, including the NEO Plasma Air Purifying System, Gold Fin, and new features like Auto Clean.<\/a><\/a>The units feature designer color finishes to complement any home decor, including the standard mirror finish and optional panel colors such as an organic cream white, art flower gold and snow flower white. The outdoor condensing unit provides quiet operation, making it neighbor-friendly.<\/a>ARTCOOL MIRROR:If you'd prefer a wall mirror over a framed piece of art or photo, there is the Artcool Mirror. The romantic pastel colors, subdued luster, modern texture and the super slim design of LG Art Cool Mirror make it suitable for many interiors.<\/a>Optional art cool panel choices:<\/a> <\/a>You can find LG artcool where LG products are sold.The LG Global site<\/a>LG USA<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/air-conditioning-worth-framing-art-cool.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE75IKsw42I\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/wqu3Hf5UaW8\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"14","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 2:00 PM","disp_date":"Jul 5, 2008 7:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"094b198c8dc00d52":{"eid":"094b198c8dc00d52","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"First Music, then Clothes, Jewelry and Sunglasses. And Now, Pharrell Williams Is Removing Tatts and Designing Furniture.","utc_ts":"1215434160","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Pharrell Williams<\/a> is an Emmy award-winning producer, frontman for N.E.R.D.<\/a>, founder of A Bathing Ape\/ Bape brand<\/a>, clothing lines Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream<\/a> (I do so love his astronaut jeans, shown below)<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Pharrell's astronaut jeans for BBCA Fashion icon as well, Pharrell was named Best Dressed Man in 2005 by Esquire magazine and was one of the faces in Louis Vuitton's 2006 ad campaign.<\/a>He has also designed a line of Louis Vuitton jewelry and sunglasses:<\/a>Above: Pharrell's Blason line for LV.<\/a>Above: His sunglasses for LVBut he's not stopping there. In addition to the latest breaking news that he plans some innovative tattoo removal<\/a>, he's now designing furniture- at least a chair or two. And ugly furniture at that (sorry, Pharrell).<\/a>Pharrell Williams designed the Perspective chair in collaboration with Domeau & P\u00e9r\u00e8s<\/a> who are manufacturing the piece and will be making the additional chairs.<\/a>The chair, as well as another chair design and a table will be part of a show in Paris at the prestigious Emmanuel Perrotin Galerie<\/a>. The show will be from October 21st 2008 until January 10th 2009. The chairs will be available in a few colors and only 4 of each will be sold. The chair, as explained by Pharrell, represents the love between a woman and man.<\/a>When asked about the design, Pharrell says \u201cI had often wondered what it\u2019s like to truly be in love, not lust for once.. So I decided not to ask what it was like in someone else\u2019s shoes or what it was like to sit in their seat.. I decided to sketch out my own experiment; the perspective chair.\u201dLocation of the exhibition: 10, impasse Saint Claude 75003 ParisNext up for Pharrell? World Domination :)http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/first-music-then-clothes-jewelry-and.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHEEBDKItQI\/AAAAAAAAQVo\/QrmSJ11bt6w\/s400\/2662_i2_pharrell_williams02.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"12","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 12:36 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 5:36 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"43b1d0cc18deb600":{"eid":"43b1d0cc18deb600","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"POP go the days of the week: The Bubble Calendar","utc_ts":"1215439020","descrptn":"<\/a>Available either in horizontal or vertical formats as well as either printed upon paper or thick acetate, the 2009 Bubble Calendar by 'experience' designer Stephen Turbek <\/a> costs $29.95 (paper) and $49.95 (acetate) and will let you burst your way through the year.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>source<\/a>Design copyright 2008,2009 Bubble CalendarDue to manufacturing processes out of our control, some bubbles may fail to inflate. We rigorously inspect each calendar to avoid this, but if your calendar arrives with more than one bubble popped or flat, let us know within the first two weeks and we'll exchange it. Plastic calendars may have some subtle natural streaking in the acetate backing.Bubble Calendar is not affiliated with the Bubblewrap brand, which is trademarked by Sealed Air corporation.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/pop-go-days-of-week-bubble-calendar.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHIiAzKIt7I\/AAAAAAAAQbA\/MLJXpAT9C10\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"13","minute":"57","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 1:57 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 6:57 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"032fa65ebd2bc2ab":{"eid":"032fa65ebd2bc2ab","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"McLaren & Mercedes Last Collaboration: Limited Edition Topless Carbon Plastic Bodied SLR","utc_ts":"1215525000","descrptn":"<\/a>Before going separate ways, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren have decided to produce one final edition of the SLR. it's super fast, lightweight and painted as ugly as possible.<\/a>According to reports from the German car magazine, Auto Motor und Sport (who captured first shots of this car under testing), this special SLR will come with neither roof nor windscreen, as a result of weight-shaving measures to trim its curb weight by about 200 kg (or about 440 pounds).\"The concluding SLR will feature an open-air only construction. Gone is the roof; gone is the windscreen - a small wind deflector will be the singular element between the SLR's occupants and the great outdoors. To reduce weight, a carbon plastic body will be used, while air conditioning and power windows will both be abandoned as well. The result in a weight savings of some 200 kilograms, enough to help the model reach 186 mph from a standstill in 26 seconds and achieve a top speed of 217.5 mph.\"<\/a>This means that only a small wind deflector stands between the driver and the ferocity of the wind, as the speedster tosses the countryside behind in a possible breakneck top speed of 350 km\/h (or 217 mph). That's about 8 mph more than the latest SLR 722 Edition.<\/a>Above: the engineThe model is said to have been inspired by Rudolf Uhlenhaut\u2019s legendary 300 SL in 1955, and earned the famous moniker Silver Arrow.:<\/a>Above: the 1955 300 SL, the \"Silver Arrow\"Only 75 of these lightweight cars will be produced.Below is a spy video of the automobile:If you read German, here's the original source article.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/mclaren-mercedes-last-collaboration.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHJAFDKIuBI\/AAAAAAAAQbw\/5Wz7_KfWkgE\/s400\/2nL37RYweaIPBA_450x300.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"8","hour":"13","minute":"50","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215603038","modified_date":"1215603038","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"150e828466b9067c":{"eid":"150e828466b9067c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Make That New iPhone Even Hipper! Ways to Pimp The 3G iPhone","utc_ts":"1215673200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Okay, so it's not news that Apple's eagerly anticipated 3G iPhone (or iPhone 2.0) goes on sale tomorrow. Many thousands of people will be anxiously awaiting their new gadget and signing up for phone plans as though they've never before had a phone.So, how do you make yours more hip than everyone else's? Customize that sucker! And here are a few ways to do it and links to all the places:Make it a fun color at Colorware:<\/a><\/a>Colorware<\/a>Or buy from Continetal Mobile's Vivid Color Collection:<\/a><\/a>Continental Mobile's Vivid Collection<\/a>Make it 18k yellow, white or rose gold:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Continental 18k gold iphones<\/a>Or yellow or rose gold plated from Gold Genie:<\/a><\/a>Goldgenie<\/a>Or 24k gold plated iphones:<\/a>Goldstriker<\/a>more 24k plated iphones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>icandy phones<\/a>Paul Knight of Knight Creations<\/a> has a special technology that coats the iPhone casing with a layer of TiN and TiAlN (Titanium-Nitrogen, and Titanium-Aluminum-Nitrogen) through a process known as \"plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition.\" What you get is an anodized iPhone casing (matte black to match the black plastic cover) and an Apple logo finished in the TiN or TiAlN. The TiN coating gives the Apple logo a shiny Gold presence, while the TiAlN coating gives the logo an understated, stealthy look.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Knight Creations<\/a>Even Platinum iphones can be had:<\/a>also at Goldstriker<\/a>Epilog Laser<\/a> sells an engraving device that allows you to engrave your iphone:<\/a>Etchstar<\/a> will custom laser engrave your iphone for you:<\/a><\/a>etchstar<\/a>As will ETCHamac<\/a>Appletattoo <\/a>will gold plate, crystallize or laser etch your iphone.And of course, blinged out iPhones, with real diamonds or with Swarovski crystals will separate your iPhone from the crowd.Austrian jeweler Peter Aloisson's custom diamond iPhone with princess cut stones has a total diamond weight of between 16.50 \u2013 17.75 carats:<\/a><\/a>He also has one with brilliant cut (round) stones only weighing 6.42 carats:<\/a><\/a>Peter Aloisson<\/a>Bling King Alexander Amosu's diamond iphone:<\/a>Amosu<\/a>Bling My Thing has many custom Swarovski Crystal iphones to choose from:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Bling My Thing<\/a>Can't afford gold plating or special custom colors? Then try one of the many protective 'skins' on the market.istyles has several inexpensive ones:<\/a>istyles<\/a>And Gelaskins offers amazing artist designed removable skins for the iphone (yes, for the new one) that comes with matching wallpaper.<\/a><\/a>And even one by Jason Freeny whose art I featured here<\/a>:<\/a>Gelaskins.<\/a>So go ahead, buy that iPhone, but then turn into into something that's uniquely yours, so you can it from the thousands that will undoubtedly be sold tomorrow!http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/make-that-new-iphone-even-hipper-ways.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHYj7JII5sI\/AAAAAAAAQmg\/ENFlIHCTbgw\/s400\/pimpthatiphone.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"10","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215733987","modified_date":"1215733987","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"36523413f80aacde":{"eid":"36523413f80aacde","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tag, you're it! Graffiti Is Appearing Everywhere And On Everything.","utc_ts":"1215759600","descrptn":"<\/a>Graffiti: Etymology: Italian, plural of graffito [scribbling; graffito, a scratch]:usually unauthorized writing or drawing on a public surface. (source: Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary)Graffiti, once synonymous with vandalism, reached an art form several decades ago. It was way back in 1972 that Hugo Martinez founded the UGA- United Graffiti Artists. It didn't take long to permeate the skater and surfer scene, where it lay for a long time. But in recent years it's crept from edgy to mainstream.As an art form, Graffiti has reached such a level of status that it is frequently referred to as 'street art' or 'urban art' as opposed to vandalism, tagging and graffiti. And many artists have traded in walls for canvases. Even selling prints and gicle\u00e9s on ebay and in surf and skateboard shops. Right now, street artist Banksy is setting the art world afire fetching prices on par with paintings by Renaissance masters.<\/a><\/a>Above: Artist Jos\u00e9 Parla at work.<\/a>Above: Banksy's Tesco Flag<\/a>Above: Banksy's Flower Chucker on canvas.The combination of street graffiti and luxury was a huge hit when Marc Jacobs thought to combine Stephen Sprouse graffiti with Louis Vuitton bags in 2001. The collection sold like hotcakes and is still in great demand today.<\/a><\/a>Above: the Stephen Sprouse Collection for Louis Vuitton.Several designers have taken the urban art form and made into actual furniture. Industrial designer and former tagger, Luis Alicandu from Caracas, Venezuela, now living in London, has designed and created the following pieces. Unfortunately they are not mass produced and are not available for purchase.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To learn more about Luis Alicandu a.k.a. CacoUno (his Graffiti tag nickname), or to help him produce these great pieces, go here.<\/a>Another furniture line inspired by graffiti is one from the design duo Jimmie and Martin of Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>. By adding graffiti and unusual paint finishes to traditional furniture, they've created a unique niche for the aesthetically trendy. I will be doing a major post on Jimmie Martin in the near future so you can see all of their great work.Here are some pieces from their Graffiti series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>Verona<\/a> and Romeo and Juliet<\/a> have been inspired by Anna James's visits to Juliet's house in Verona, Italy. She is totally captivated by the graffiti covering the walls at the archway entrance, all of it being declarations of love by visiting lovers, of all ages, from all over the world. The colours, and the messages create completely unique images.<\/a>Anna devised a process to replicate the walls on furniture, by taking a series of digital images, which she then transposed onto her carefully prepared period pieces. Because messages are constantly being added to the walls, Anna's design for her Verona furniture is unique to a particular moment in time, and gives each piece it's own individual artwork and \/><\/a>Love Anna James<\/a>Angel Ortiz was a New York street artist whose collaboration with other well-known 1980s artist such as Keith Haring and Kenny Scharf, brought him recognition. The pieces below were assembled with a venturesome commitment to emerging artists. L.A. II. In 2006, these great looking pieces by tagger Angel Ortiz were sold at an art auction:<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch armoire with two doors and three drawers decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 72\" x 32\" x 17\" Sold for $3,000.00<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch plywood six-drawer dresser decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 30\" x 48\" x 16 1\/2\" Sold for $2,640.00Angel Ortiz<\/a><\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Glass vase decorated with silver paint pen. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the artist. Signed and tagged throughout. 13 3\/4\" x 12\", sold for $600.00Is Graffiti the next plaid?Now it's not only left the walls and subway trains to jump to canvases and rebel galleries, but graffiti has found it's way onto everything from apparel to housewares. There are graffiti lamps, belts, pillows, bath towels, jewelry, and much, much more. In several instances it's even offered as a pattern choice. Solids, stripes or graffiti?Even athletic shoe company, New Balance, had just released Graffiti kicks in two color variations, joining Converse who already offers a Graffiti hi-top. And street artists, Stash and Sket One<\/a> are designing custom area rugs.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Stash.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Sket.More than one company has produced dinnerware in graffiti and now, with Furniture Graphics, you can have a graffiti sideboard to store it in.<\/a>Above: Cabinets by brothers Niclas Collen and Jesper Zacco of Furniture Graphics.<\/a>25-year-old, Toronto-based graffitist Matthieu Missiaen even makes custom 'graffiti' shoes under the label Ndeur:<\/a><\/a>You can buy Ndeur's custom fabulous shoes here on etsy<\/a>Ndeur<\/a>'s site<\/a>There are so many more items on the market and below are some examples. Just click on each image to be taken to a place for more information and a link to purchase.<\/a><\/a>There are graffiti coloring books, how to books, typefaces or fonts<\/a>, wall stickers, the Graffiti Creator, an online graffiti text generator<\/a>, laptop skins, even Dell computer collaborated with artist Mike Ming to design 2 limited edition laptops.<\/a>See the Mike Ming edition Dell laptops here.<\/a>Dell is not the only large company to collaborate with street and graffiti artists to sell products. Adidas had a great project named End 2 End where they hired 7 street artists to decorate shoes.<\/a>See the End 2 End sneaks here.<\/a>Coming soon from Boost Mobile is a collaboration with artists MINT and SERF (from the East Coast) and MAINFRAME (from the West Coast) to produce the desktop speakers<\/a> seen below.<\/a>You can pre-order the speakers here.<\/a>Beverage Company AriZona has release a graffiti-themed energy drink named All City NRG in appropriately graffiti-decorated cans:<\/a>Originating in Brooklyn, AriZona pays tribute to all cities with a colorful energy drink featured in 3 limited edition subway series cans. This bold NON-CARBONATED drink combines pomegranate flavor, green tea and a high energy performance blend. Buy it here.<\/a>Alison Nelson's Chocolate Bar of NY makes Graffiti chocolate bars, each decorated by a different graffiti artist with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The All Stars Project:<\/a>Also available in a gift box as a set of ten:<\/a>Buy the chocolate bars here.<\/a>Graffiti Taxonomy<\/a> is an ongoing project by Evan Roth which presents isolated letters from various graffiti tags, reproduced in similar scales and at close proximity. The intent of these studies is to show the diversity of as expressed in a single character.<\/a>Above: The 'S' is reproduced from photographs of tags taken in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He is currently seeking any leads for funding or from publications that would allow me to complete each letter of the alphabet from tags found throughout New York City. Please send any leads to Evan at fi5e@ni9e.com<\/a>.<\/a>You can buy prints of his Graffiti Taxonomy here.<\/a>My Lord! You can even buy a religious Graffiti sticker:<\/a>Get the Graffiti Jesus sticker or magnet here.<\/a>And yes, the trend has even hit the baby demographic.<\/a><\/a>Above left: personalized baby sleepsuit from Stardust.<\/a>Above right: graffiti rockin' blocks available on etsy<\/a>There are graffiti inspired blocks, custom personalized onesies <\/a>and even custom graffiti hats and clothes for toddlers.<\/a> Timberland even makes Nubuck graffiti boots for toddlers!<\/a>Buy them here (and they are on sale now).<\/a>And for your canine companions, you can get Graffiti collars and leads!:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>And jackets:<\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: You can download a fun coloring book of unadorned graffiti settings (drawn as line art) of dumpsters, subway trains, mailboxes and more to practice your street art upon from Fake Corporation of America.<\/a><\/a>Above: bombings by Sweet UnoA brief history of Graffiti:In America around the late 1960s, graffiti was used as a form of expression by political activists, and also by gangs such as the Savage Skulls, La Familia, and Savage Nomads to mark territory. Towards the end of the 1960s, the signatures (called 'tags')of Philadelphia graffiti writers Top Cat, Cool Earl and Cornbread started to appear.Around 1970-71, the center of graffiti innovation moved to New York City where writers following in the wake of TAKI 183 and Tracy 168 would add their street number to their nickname, \"bomb\" a train with their work, and let the subway take it\u2014and their fame, if it was impressive, or simply pervasive, enough\u2014\"all city\". Bubble lettering held sway initially among writers from the Bronx, though the elaborate Brooklyn Tracy 168 dubbed \"wildstyle\" would come to define the art.[8][10] The early trendsetters were joined in the 70s by artists like Dondi, Futura 2000, Daze, Blade, Lee, Zephyr, Rammellzee, Crash, Kel, NOC 167 and Lady Pink.By 1971 tags began to take on their signature calligraphic appearance because, due to the huge number of artists, each graffiti artist needed a way to distinguish themselves. Aside from the growing complexity and creativity, tags also began to grow in size and scale \u2013 for example, many artists had begun to increase letter size and line thickness, as well as outlining their tags. This gave birth to the so-called 'masterpiece' or 'piece' in 1972. Super Kool 223 is credited as being the first to do these pieces. (source: Wikipedia).<\/a>Links about graffiti:Graffiti as defined by Wikipedia<\/a> Tons of info, resources and linksHistory Of Graffiti (UCL, London's Global University)<\/a>Graffiti Art & Crime (UC Berkeley)<\/a>Time Magazines archive of Graffiti articles<\/a>The National Alliance Of Gang Investigator's Associations<\/a> (how they define gang graffiti).Graffiti News<\/a>- a blog for graffiti writersFatcap <\/a>- a worldwide graffiti blogGraffiti Research Lab <\/a>Art Crimes: Best Graffiti Sites list<\/a>Graff Inc<\/a> (Graffiti supplies, stores and pictures)Tags Are Known<\/a> (Giant archive of photos of graffiti and links)Known Gallery<\/a>Arkitip<\/a>12oz prophet<\/a> (online graffiti community)Graff City<\/a> (supplies)Worldwide Writers Graffiti<\/a> site (online community and more)<\/a>Above: \"Cereal Killers' wall by Stet One.Links To Some Interesting Street & Urban Artists' Sites:<\/strong>Alexone<\/a>Boris Hoppek<\/a>Beautiful Decay<\/a>Sket One<\/a>Shepard Fairey's Obey Giant<\/a>Bansky<\/a>Faille<\/a>Jos\u00e9 Parla<\/a>Jersey Joe<\/a>Krink<\/a>Art Crimes' Featured Artists<\/a> (graffiti.org)The Savager<\/a>Pure Graffiti<\/a>Guerilla One<\/a>Stash's Recon store<\/a>Superfreshdesign<\/a>Siloette<\/a>Wooster Collective's Graffiti Archives<\/a>Zephyr Graffiti<\/a><\/a>Above: the Santa Ana Police Department uses the above poster to help parents to determine whether or not their child is a tagger. Hilarious.TAGGER LANGUAGE: (as defined by NAGIA<\/a>)<\/strong> Battle:<\/strong> A contest between crews, judged on hits.Bomb:<\/strong> Multicolored tag in large bubble letters.Buff:<\/strong> To remove graffitiCrew:<\/strong> Group of individuals that tag together.Caps:<\/strong> (Fat\/skinny) Spray can nozzles used to vary the and width of paint.Fade:<\/strong> To blend colors.Fresh: <\/strong>Really good graffiti.Get Up:<\/strong> To put up a large amount of graffiti tags.Graf:<\/strong> GraffitiHeavens:<\/strong> Hard to reach high areas such as freeway signs and the tops\/upper floors of buildings.Hit\/Hit Up: <\/strong>To tag.Landmarks:<\/strong> A prime location where graffiti won't quickly be erased.Mob: <\/strong>A whole crew doing graffiti on a wall at the same time.Piece Book:<\/strong> A tagger's sketch book.Rack:<\/strong> To steal from off the store rack.Streak:<\/strong> Short for mean streak, solid paint stick that looks like chalk and is used on dark surfaces.Tag Banging:<\/strong> To use violence to defend a tag.Toy: <\/strong>A new, inexperienced writer.Throw Up:<\/strong> One layer of spray paint filling in bubble letters that are outlined in another color.Wild <\/strong>A complicated piece constructed with interlocking letters.Yard\/Train Yard: <\/strong>Gathering place.Zine: <\/strong>Short for magazines. Wish you could be a tagger but you're too old? Too conservative? Too safe? Well, here are ways to get the thrill without the criminal record. See more graffiti inspired items you can buy on my Tag, you're it! Graffiti inspired items<\/a> list at ThisNext.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/tag-youre-it-graffiti-is-appearing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2jQTKIk4I\/AAAAAAAAPRc\/IvoltS9GRiM\/s400\/sweetgraffiti.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"11","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215777405","modified_date":"1215777405","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0b67c70675f93d1f":{"eid":"0b67c70675f93d1f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Cool Designs To Keep You Warm: Heated Towel Racks & Modern Radiators","utc_ts":"1216191600","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: The fantasy radiator by BrandoniI've written about the plethora of unusual looking radiators and heated towel racks before<\/a>..... however a bunch of new ones have emerged on the market, several introduced at recent design shows. It amazes me how the designs continue to get even more unusual and yet still remain functional.There are so many wonderful examples of all types of different looking water heated radiators, electric radiators, wall mounted radiators, freestanding radiators, even towel racks, that I could only share with you some of my favorites. And here they are:<\/a>Above: The radiator model \u201cObl\u00f2 \u2013 oval\u201d by Brandoni Radiators, has won the \u201cComfort & Design 2008\u201d Award raffled from the International Fair in Milan.In addition to their award winning radiator shown above, Brandoni<\/a> has many beautiful and unusual designs from their new 2008 and last year's 2007 collections. See just some of my personal favorites below.<\/a>My Image:<\/a>Fantasy:<\/a>Pan:<\/a>Slalom:<\/a>Londra:<\/a>Fashion:<\/a>Brandoni<\/a> is only one of the several companies who've turned radiators into works of art and sculpture.From Deltacalor Design<\/a><\/a>Bamb\u00f9:<\/a><\/a>From Tubes Radiatori<\/a><\/a>Rimorchietto:<\/a>Albatros:<\/a>Matitione:<\/a>Pallottoliere:<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):<\/a>From Irsap<\/a><\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:<\/a>The Cubo:<\/a>The Petra:<\/a>The Keyos:<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:<\/a><\/a> The Aeon Collection<\/a><\/a>Honeycomb:<\/a>Millenium:<\/a>Abacus:<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):<\/a>Ecstacy:<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):<\/a>Totem:<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from Ridea of Italy<\/a><\/a>SHINE: A black bright circle, in contrast with brilliant Swarovski crystals, which spell out the word \"shine\". A luminous stripe and a cut out that serves as a towel rack:<\/a><\/a><\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:<\/a><\/a><\/a>FLOWER POWER:<\/a><\/a><\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel<\/a>LEAVES:<\/a><\/a>CHEESE:<\/a>CHEESE B:<\/a>HOLES:<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.<\/a><\/a>And from Jaga<\/a> the company that brought you the highly publicized 'heatwave' radiator by Joris Laarman for Droog,<\/a><\/a>the Know You Wood series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>From Bisque<\/a><\/a>The Xtreme:<\/a>The Zanzibar:<\/a><\/a>The La Scala:<\/a><\/a>The Outline:<\/a><\/a>The DNA:<\/a>From MHS radiators<\/a>The Boreas:<\/a>The Hose:<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From Radiating Style<\/a>, comes the slab cindier and metal radiators:<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from Carisa<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.<\/a><\/a><\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Victoria:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Julia:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Maria:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eve:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Summer Lora:<\/a><\/a>Lora:<\/a><\/a>Summer Maya:<\/a><\/a>Maya:<\/a><\/a>Emilie:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Summer Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Sonya:<\/a><\/a>Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Lisa:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Who's behind these creatures?<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:<\/a>then a head is crafted:<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:<\/a><\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them here.<\/a><\/a>The newest addition is Bunny:<\/a>Or you can buy them from their online store here.<\/a>Their logo and corporate were designed by the talented art.lebedev studio <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sorry-barbie-but-compared-to-mooqla.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"61.52401,105.318756","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","location":"Russia","datetime":"Jul 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3aa094db1afc8c0f":{"eid":"3aa094db1afc8c0f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Jeremy Scott's Longchamp Pliage Credit Card bag","utc_ts":"1216992900","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jeremy Scott<\/a> has collaborated once again with French luggage brand Longchamp on their famous \"Pliage\" bag to bring us the new Longchamp X Jeremy Scott 'Pliage' bag, an homage to consumerism. The original Pliage Bag by Longchamp is shown below.<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at Colette<\/a> and goes for 175 Euros.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/funky-find-of-week-jeremy-scotts.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Jul 25, 2008 1:35 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 25, 2008 6:35 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0ec519343728f4ef":{"eid":"0ec519343728f4ef","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Orb\u2122: Prefab Home Offices, Vacation Homes & Corporate Structures","utc_ts":"1217336820","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of Philip Simpson<\/a>'s desire to have an inspiring and affordable outdoor space for his own family to enjoy. His starting point, as a designer, was to reject the box-like structure and unnatural colours and contours of the caravan. He wanted something that would enhance the user's appreciation of the outdoors, from both inside and out. His initial sketches (on backs of envelopes and restaurant napkins), inspired more by gypsy caravans and yachts, won the support of his dream team of architects and designers, and the list of potential customers grew.Together with architect David Miller<\/a>, (who designed the award-winning Media Centre at Lords' Cricket Ground while at Future Systems) and a leading structural engineering practice, the is fast becoming a reality. One of the UK's top interior design consultancies, Real Studios, has created a range of inspiring interiors to highlight the lifestyle potential of these unique units.The Orb Home Office:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:<\/a><\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.<\/a><\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb is available in the following standard sizes: 4m x 3m, 4m x 6m, 4m x 9m and 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Double-glazed display windows* Full graphic wrap* Flexible bespoke interiors* Under floor heating* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Removeable axle and wheels* 4 adjustable legs* Push pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated servicesRead the FAQs about the Orb here.<\/a>contact info:Philip Simpson, Design DirectorOrb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: philip@theorb.biz<\/a>Veronica Simpson, Media Liaison and PR:Orb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: mail@theorb.biz<\/a>Visit the Orb website here.<\/a>\u00a9 Orb Properties Ltd., Patent Pending 0510520, EU Design Registration 308481 http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/orb-prefab-home-offices-vacation-homes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","location":"London","datetime":"Jul 29, 2008 1:07 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 29, 2008 6:07 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"35299eae5a713ec5":{"eid":"35299eae5a713ec5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Modern Take On Nixie Tube Clocks from BDDW, Chronotronix, Puhlmann and Peter J. Jensen","utc_ts":"1217511060","descrptn":"<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube? <\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is Nixie Clock.net<\/a>. Since 1997 they've sold Nixie Tube Clocks and living accessories. The company is located in Germany and they run a warehouse in the United States in order to improve their service standard. Having started retailing Nixie Clocks they are now developing their own Nixie Tube Clocks and below are some of their models.CHRONOTRONIX V400 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a><\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>The CHRONOTRONIX V300 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Unfortunately the CHRONOTRONIX IN-18 NIXIE CLOCK shown below is sold out:<\/a><\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:<\/a><\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing here.<\/a>The ones above can also be found here at Chronotronix Nixie Tube Clocks.<\/a>The Puhlmann Nixie Clock designed by dutch designer Frank Clewits is another nice modern version:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor <\/a>Unfortunately, I can not find this clock for sale anywhere. Even the puhlmann shop<\/a> doesn't seem to have it.Another site that sells handmade nixie clocks, as well as nixie clock kits, is Peter J. Jensen's tubeclock.com.<\/a><\/a><\/a>And if you are digging the nixies, check out this gallery of homemade nixie tube clocks.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/modern-take-on-nixie-tube-clocks-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.165691,10.451526","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","location":"Germany","datetime":"Jul 31, 2008 1:31 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 31, 2008 6:31 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"02a0d2185e4fb2a4":{"eid":"02a0d2185e4fb2a4","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Blondel Chocolates and +41 Make Sweet Collaborations With Nike & Alife","utc_ts":"1217574000","descrptn":"<\/a>Blondel Chocolats<\/a> in Lausanne, Switzerland certainly doesn't look hip or trendy. But looks can be deceiving. Tucked away on a cobblestone street, it's hard to believe they have produced some of the hippest chocolate collaborations of late (with some design help from the folks at +41).<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from +41 <\/a>created these delicious looking wonderful miniature milk and white chocolate shoes available for purchase:<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a><\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a>Not available for purchase but equally delectable are +41's large versions of the AF1 in dark and white chocolate:<\/a><\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The designers at +41<\/a> also helped to commemorate New York's ultra hot shoe and apparel store, ALIFE<\/a>, 's debut in Switzerland this past June 19th at GRAND<\/a> with a Blondel chocolate bar and choco-t shirt.<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and Cellophane<\/a> but both seem to be sold out everywhere.<\/a><\/a>Shop Alife<\/a> here.Blondel Chocolats began in 1850 and is world renowned for making delicious chocolates and confections. Be sure to stop by if ever in Lausanne!<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.chwww.chocolaterieblondel.ch<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/blondel-chocolates-make-sweet.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217628234","modified_date":"1217628234","type":"","lat_lon":"46.818188,8.227512","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","location":"Switzerland","datetime":"Aug 1, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"08c6dfef94a0c826":{"eid":"08c6dfef94a0c826","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Maude Decor's Patricia Baun: Floors With Flair","utc_ts":"1217746800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the Maude Decor website.<\/a>2005 Collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>2006 collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>zig zag series:<\/a>Letterbox series:<\/a><\/a>b&b series:<\/a><\/a>colour bars:<\/a>patches:<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Her Canadian Mountain rugs (based on topographical images of the actual mountians):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Art prints of her Star Quest Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2006 Collection<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their gallery<\/a>. To download information and pricing details click here<\/a>.And finally, she has just released this stunning rug, a collaboration with artist\/designer Michael Staniszkis. Caaw is available exclusively at www.66degrees.com<\/a> for a limited time. Only 20 will be created. Finished size is 8'x12'. Each will be hand-painted, signed and dated.<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Don't forget, there's more to see at Maude Decor.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/maude-decors-patricia-baun-floors-with.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217757140","modified_date":"1217757140","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","datetime":"Aug 3, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2feefd04de91753a":{"eid":"2feefd04de91753a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UK Artist Barnaby Bradford's Sick & Twisted Ceramics","utc_ts":"1217833200","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover<\/a>Above: Imposter!<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful<\/a>Above: French Kiss<\/a>Above: J'adore Le Coq D'or<\/a>Above: Stick That On You Tube!<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>You may already be familiar with some of these:<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise Bernardaud<\/a> is hosting an exhibition entitled Petits bouleversements au centre de la table (Minor revolutions at the center of the table).His website<\/a>contact info:Barnaby Barfordmob: +44 (0) 7870 643476e-mail:info@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>press@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/uk-artist-barnaby-bradfords-sick.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217843983","modified_date":"1217843983","type":"","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","location":"Japan","datetime":"Aug 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"324a9502f2abb75e":{"eid":"324a9502f2abb75e","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"All The Olympic Posters Throughout History & The Story Behind Those 5 Rings","utc_ts":"1217919600","descrptn":"The 2008 Olympiad games begin this week in Beijing and so I thought I'd take this opportunity to share with you some fun Olympic design history as well as some present Olympic design-related news all this week. Today we'll start with the Olympic Posters, and the meaning behind the five rings.The very first Olympiad Games \"poster\"<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale here<\/a> on August 5. Approved by the International Olympic Committee, each set contains 25 posters, covering every edition of the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2004.<\/a>Printed on acid-free paper, each poster measures 500mm X 700mm.Buy them here<\/a> after August 5th.<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. Read it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/update-italian-designer-fabio-novembres.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","location":"Italy","datetime":"Aug 8, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 8, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a46dc234355ab3":{"eid":"01a46dc234355ab3","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jackson Clements Burrows' Cape Schanck House","utc_ts":"1218524400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: basement<\/a>Above: ground floor<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Pty Ltd Architects<\/strong><\/a>Location: Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia<\/strong>Project Team: Tim Jackson, Jon Clements, Graham Burrows, Kim Stapleton, George Fortey, Brett Nixon<\/strong>Design duration: 12 months<\/strong>Construction duration: 18 months<\/strong>Landscape: Site Office Landscape Architects<\/strong>Mechanical: Griepink & Ward Pty Ltd <\/strong>Structural: Adams Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd<\/strong>Contractor: BD Projects<\/strong>Constructed Area: 400 sqm<\/strong>Photographs: John Gollings<\/strong>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/jackson-clements-burrows-cape-schanck.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"258e8784784f6ab2":{"eid":"258e8784784f6ab2","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? These Chazelle Fireplaces Are Hot.","utc_ts":"1219302000","descrptn":"Chazelle fireplaces -- Chemin\u00e9es de Chazelle - offer a large range of enclosed fireplaces varying from rustic and traditional to modern and streamlined. Using materials like traditional stone, blue stone, granite, cement, metals and woods, they have wall mounted, inset, and traditional fireplaces that are as hot looking as they are functional. Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. 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Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? Here I am, rockin' the runway!<\/a><\/a>Go ahead, you know you wanna do it!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/hp-laptop-gets-fashion-makeover-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221272328","modified_date":"1221272328","type":"feed","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","location":"China","datetime":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"06636a76f6582422":{"eid":"06636a76f6582422","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BA DA \"BLING\": Hip Hop's Crown Jewels Go Up For Auction","utc_ts":"1221375600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Missy Elliot's diamond clad turntable ring will be auctioned.<\/a>Phillips de Pury & Company Presents \u201cHip Hop\u2019s Crown Jewels\u201d, the First Auction of Historic Hip Hop Jewelry, Pioneering a New Collecting Category. Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319Valencia CA 91354The photos in this post are courtesy of Michael Jantzen , arcspace and world architecture.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/m-vironments-m-velopes-m-house-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223723771","modified_date":"1223723771","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4545385460c4f23b":{"eid":"4545385460c4f23b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Confederate Motorcycles: Raw, Rugged, Rebellious & Rare (and rockin' design)","utc_ts":"1223794800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMOhGk1aGI\/AAAAAAAAOYE\/j2JTO-NZ0gU\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Principality of Monaco is the heady and glamorous location for round six of the 2008 Formula 1 World Championship. The 20 cars and drivers will compete around the 3.34km street circuit, racing between the Princes's Palace and the Mediterranean sea covered in some of the World's most lavish yachts. Since the start of the McLaren and Mercedes-Benz era, the team has won the race on five occasions. Mika Hakkinen in 1998, David Coulthard in 2000 and 2002, Kimi Raikkonen took the spoils in 2005 with Fernando Alonso claiming victory just ahead of then team-mate Lewis last year.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMQbmk1aJI\/AAAAAAAAOYc\/5bTquAyHxrI\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a> The connection to the race stretches back to the 60s, with Bruce McLaren taking the M2B to the track to make the marque's Formula 1 debut. In that time, the team has won a record 14 out of the 65 of Grands Prix staged in the Principality. This began with Alain Prost in 1984, kicking off a winning streak that stretched until 1993, with the exception of 1987. Five of these were at the hands of Ayrton Senna.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMKNWk1aCI\/AAAAAAAAOXk\/p8tY8FbQIC0\/s1600-h\/Picture+12.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Monaco Grand Prix 2008 Monte Carlo Circuit Stats:Track Length:<\/strong> 3.340km \/ 2.075 miles Race Distance:<\/strong> 260.520km \/ 161.887 miles Number of Laps:<\/strong> 78 Lap Record:<\/strong> Michael Schumacher, 1m14.439s<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/hamilton-wins-monaco-grand-prix-was-it.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEMVvWk1aKI\/AAAAAAAAOYk\/V2Zc1vRCY0o\/s400\/000_monaco08.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"2","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":"202","hash":"","creation_date":"1212394306","modified_date":"1212394306","type":"feed","datetime":"Jun 2, 2008 7:01 AM","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jun 2, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"10ab22b9acc320fc":{"eid":"10ab22b9acc320fc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"When Solids And Stripes Collide: Corian\u00ae Loves Missoni","utc_ts":"1212562860","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>\"CORIAN\u00ae loves MISSONI\" was a collaboration of the the design versatility of DuPont<\/a>\u2122 Corian<\/a>\u00ae solid surfaces and the of Missoni. Kitchen, bath, living and dining areas were designed by Missoni with the use of DuPont's Corian.Missoni<\/a>, an Italian fashion and homewares house has long been known for its beautiful textiles, often recognizable by colorful stripes, zig zags and flame stitching. Corian is a material that is commonly associated with durable solid countertops. Combing these 'stripes' with this 'solid' yielded design that is both beautiful and durable.DuPont\u2122 Corian\u00ae solid surface - an exclusive product of DuPont - is an advanced composite material delivering superior levels of functionality and aesthetical performance for flat and curved surfacing applications in residential, public and commercial environments, indoor and outdoor.The results were fabulous as you will see.<\/a>Below are pictures from the exhibit at the 2008 Milan Design Week:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Rosita Missoni and her son, LucaRosita and her husband Ottavio Missoni were at the helm of Missoni SpA for 50 years, together creating a unique, inimitable that\u2019s admired all over the world. In 1997 she handed the reigns over to her sons Vittorio and Luca and, for fashion, her daughter Angela, and has since devoted herself exclusively to the MissoniHome <\/a>collections.Copyright \u00a9 2008 DuPont. All rights reserved. The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPont\u2122, The miracles of science\u2122 and all products denoted with \u00ae or \u2122 are registered trademarks or trademarks of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/when-solids-and-stripes-collide-corian.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEHNN2k1YpI\/AAAAAAAAOMc\/-CSvzlD8Ams\/s400\/missoni_topbar.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"4","hour":"7","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212587495","modified_date":"1212587495","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 4, 2008 7:01 AM","disp_date":"Jun 4, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"141b57f87768f1bc":{"eid":"141b57f87768f1bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tanya Agui\u00f1iga Sees Furniture A Little Differently Than Most","utc_ts":"1212925560","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Tanya Agui\u00f1iga (b.1978) is a Los Angeles based furniture designer\/maker raised in Tijuana, Mexico. Tanya\u2019s work is informed by border experiences: the interconnectedness of societies, the beauty in struggle and the celebration of culture. She uses furniture as a way to translate emotions into a three dimensional objects and tell stories trough color and touch. Her work encourages users to reconsider the objects they use on a daily basis by creating work that explores an objects\u2019 unseen aspect, such as half chairs that rely on the wall to function and whose image is only complete as its shadow is cast upon the wall.Hand felted Folding Chairs:<\/a><\/a>The Lowrider stools:<\/a><\/a>The Modular Lounge:<\/a><\/a>She has also dedicated much of her time to using art as a vehicle for community empowerment. She has been a member of Border Art Workshop BAW\/TAF, a bi-national artist collaborative for ten years. Through BAW\/TAF she helped to build and run a community center in an impoverished area of Tijuana built on trash from the US. For the 6 years she worked there, she focused on bringing national and international attention to the community\u2019s plight through arts only based programs.The P Tree:<\/a><\/a>The Hole Table:<\/a><\/a>Seating trays:<\/a><\/a>In the US, she worked on diversifying audiences through arts education at the San Diego Museum of Art and at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum through outreach programs. She has also done a great deal of work for migrant rights through art installations across Mexico and the US.The Embrace Lounge:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya is now working on ways to combine furniture design and community activism. Her formal education includes a BA in Furniture Design from San Diego State University and an MFA in Furniture Design from the Rhode Island School of Design.The Mo\u00f1o Table:<\/a><\/a>She was recently awarded a prestigious United States Artists Fellowship and was named a USA Target Fellow in the field of Crafts and Traditional Arts. Her work has been exhibited from Mexico City to Milan and included in major international publications such as Wallpaper magazine and \u201cPure Design, Objects of Desire\u201d published by Monsa Editions in Spain.<\/a>Above: A permanent installation of her work will be part of the new Children\u2019s Museum of San Diego<\/a> as a \u201cTexture Forest\u201d for toddlers, scheduled to open in May 2008.See more at her website.<\/a>Contact the artist here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tanya-aguiiga-sees-furniture-little.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELghmk1ZTI\/AAAAAAAAORs\/gU0S-_05lN4\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"8","hour":"11","minute":"46","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212933641","modified_date":"1212933641","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 8, 2008 11:46 AM","disp_date":"Jun 8, 2008 4:46 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1cba284d51bdbd6c":{"eid":"1cba284d51bdbd6c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design The Next Pair Of Dr. Martens Boots!","utc_ts":"1212961440","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Choose your canvas: the 8-hole or the 14-hole boot. Use pens, use paint, use whatever. Use your imagination. They've provided some tools here.<\/a> They've made it fun and easy, with templates, you can download, color changing with the click of a mouse, and more. So don't be intimidated... go for it.<\/a>Or if you want, you can use your own tools and templates. They will have two winners. One voted for by the people. The other chosen by their panel of industry insiders. You enter it. They\u2019ll actually make them. You\u2019ll see them in shops. Worldwide.Last year's winners available for purchase:<\/a><\/a>above:A custom design by Jeremy Asher Lynch of San Diego, CA, entitled \"Faces.\" 2007 winner of our boot design contest. This is a limited edition and each pair is numbered. Buy the 'faces' boot in the US here.<\/a>Your competition (or inspiration).<\/a>Above: design of the week as selected by the panel of judges.<\/a>Below are the highest rated top ten designs as of sunday, june 8th:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit of background on Dr. Martens:<\/a>Klaus MaertensDr. Martens is the stuff of legends. It all began near Munich, Germany in 1945 when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during the healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he constructed soles that had air trapped within closed compartments. He showed his prototype to his engineer\/inventor friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes. Not only did the shoe solve the doctor\u2019s immediate problem, but it also started to sell well in Germany.On April 1st, 1960, the famous eight-hole Dr. Martens boot \u2013 the so-called 1460 was born. This was followed by the 1914 with its 14-holes. Both of these boots were immediately embraced as a working-class essential across the UK.<\/a>But then something incredible started to happen. Like some viral infection, the postmen, factory workers and transport unions who had initially bought the boot by the thousand, were joined by the rejects, outcasts and rebels from the fringes of society. At first, it was the working-classes; before long it was the masses.<\/a><\/a>Skinheads were the first subculture to adopt the boot in the early 1960s. They were followed by nearly all the tribes that emerged over the next four decades: Mods, glam rockers, punks, ska, psychobillies, grebos, goths, industrialists, nu-metal, hardcore, straight-edge, grunge, Britpop, emo\u2026 etc.Subcultures are exactly that \u2013 outside of mainstream culture \u2013 true to form these disparate \u2018tribes\u2019 rapidly began customising the boots: hot knifing, spraying, cutting, painting, deliberately roughing them up or obsessively polishing them to a luminous shine.<\/a><\/a>High fashion has similarly messed around with the core design in order to include the famous boot in their collections over the last 50 years. Designers who have produced their own unique customisations include Manolo Blahnik, Jean Paul Gaultier, Vivian Westwood, Gareth Pugh and most recently Yohji Yamamoto.Regardless of whether it was a street tribe, musician or fashion legend who was personalising this iconic footwear, the common denominator was the \u2018person\u2019, the individual, the creative streak that lies deep within every Dr. Martens wearer. No marketing was ever needed, or used, to create this cycle of invention, and as such this forged a purity that has made the boot one of the most recognisable symbols of creativity and rebellion purely through the people who\u2019ve worn them.We will be forever indebted to the people who have made us what we are today and continue to do so by using Dr. Martens boots as a blank canvas for their own relentless creativity.above photos and information courtesy of dr. martensNow, get designing!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/design-next-pair-of-dr-martens-boots.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExj0asw3-I\/AAAAAAAAOuE\/SzKArM9w4Gc\/s400\/dr-martens.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"8","hour":"21","minute":"44","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1212976965","modified_date":"1212976965","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 8, 2008 9:44 PM","disp_date":"Jun 8, 2008 2:44 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"087df36adef74fe5":{"eid":"087df36adef74fe5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Miracle-Gro Millinery: Tulips and Pansies, The Headdress Affair","utc_ts":"1213020060","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Now in its seventh year, Village Care of New York's annual \"Tulips and Pansies: The Headdress Affair\" is not your average benefit fashion show - pair New York's top florists with the city's most creative fashion designers, and the end result? Floral headdresses akin to wearable rooftop gardens, that are so outrageous and over-the-top they could be their own float in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif.Take a look:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The show, held on Thursday, May 15, raised funds to support Village Care\u2019s medical and other support programs for the 1500 AIDS and HIV patients<\/a> they serve on a daily basis. With Heatherette's Richie Rich and Traver Rains and model and actress Lydia Hearst as the event's co-chairs and James Aguiar of \"Full Frontal Fashion\" as the exuberant emcee, fashion met floral in 18 elaborately constructed headdresses by designers suchas Betsey Johnson, Alvin Valley, Catherine Malandrino, Yigal Azrouel, Shoshanna, Lela Rose, Magda Berliner, Cynthia Steffe, Jordi Scott, b. michael, Alexis Bittar and others.<\/a>above: host James Aguiar\"It smells amazing, the girls look amazing and the drag queens look amazing!\" said Richie Rich, who participated in the show last year with a \u201cbig flying saucer floral concoction.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Though working with fresh flowers is no easy feat (\"They don\u2019t last! You\u2019re trying to get them on, either sew them or with the glue gun, but the glue gun melts the flowers, and they wilt. It\u2019s like an 'America's Next Top Model' challenge!\" explained Richie Rich), it didn\u2019t stop the designers from dreaming up headdress that challenged gravity and gave a whole new meaning to the famous sixties song lyric, \"If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair.\"<\/a>From a corset constructed entirely of pussy willow buds resembling tiny pearls by Empress 22 Charlene Chivoe of Imperial Court of New York (in collaboration with Tara McInerney of Morningside Greenhouse) to long garlands of flowers delicately woven into the model's hair in Cynthia Steffe and Renny and Reed's bohemian headdress, the results were varied, but for the five judges \u2013 Patrick McDonald, Alison Berlin, Maggie Norris, Frank Di Caro and Richie Rich \u2013 there were some clear stand-outs.The judges named four winners \u2013 \"Most Outrageous\" went to Empress 13 Anne Tique of Imperial Court of New York in collaboration with Brian Fischer of Morningside Greenhouse for their enormous headdress featuring pencil cactus, orchids, peony petals and tillandesis; \"Most Beautiful\" was Alexis Bittar and Flowers Rock\u2019s Victorian Cyber Goth creation; \"Most Original\" went to FORM New York and Aristocratic by Tammy's white orchid and blue ostrich feather design and \"Most Engaging\" was awarded to the biggest headdress of the evening, Betsey Johnson and David Tutera\u2019s \"pussy willow chapeau\" with irises, petal brim and grass construction.here are some fun backstage shots for you:<\/a><\/a>image sources: Fashion Wear Daily\/wire image\/getty images.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tulips-and-pansies-headdress-affair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExDEqsw3MI\/AAAAAAAAOn0\/M_84dpMA3c0\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"14","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 2:01 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 7:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3f44378a526f685a":{"eid":"3f44378a526f685a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BREAKING NEWS: iphone 2.0 release date delayed until July.","utc_ts":"1213040160","descrptn":"<\/a>Hot off the presses:WWDC: iPhone 2.0 release slated for early Julyby Brian Chen, Macworld.comJun 9, 2008 11:14 amFrom MacworldApple will delay the release of the iPhone 2.0 software until early July. But when the firmware does ship, it will offer plenty of new features for iPhone and iPod touch users.Apple announced the new release date for the iPhone 2.0 update as part of a demonstration of the software during Steve Jobs\u2019 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote presentation on Monday. Originally, Apple had expected to release iPhone 2.0 in late June.When it does ship, the software will introduce a host of new features. The iPhone will add a contact search that allows users to enter a name and instantly find who they\u2019re looking for. Full iWork document support lets users view Pages, Numbers, and Keynote documents. Apple also will offer full support for Microsoft Office documents, including PowerPoint presentations.iPhone 2.0 adds much sought-after bulk delete and move capabilities to its Mail application. Mail users will be able to save images from e-mails into their Photo Library.Apple will also add parental control features, allowing parents to turn off explicit content, YouTube, iTunes Store, and the forthcoming App Store.As announced when Apple first unveiled its iPhone 2.0 plans in March, the software update is free for iPhone users. iPod touch users can update to the firmware for $9.99.In addition to outlining iPhone 2.0 features, Apple executives also profiled the iPhone software development kit that allows developers to build native apps for the phone. In a 33-minute demonstration during Monday\u2019s keynote, a steady stream of developers showed off the games and apps that will be available via the App Store later this summer. Companies demonstrating their wares included Sega, Loopt, Pangea Software, TypePad, Cow Music, and Modality.\u201cWe think we have a fantastic platform here for people to build incredible applications,\u201d said Scott Forstall, Apple senior vice president of iPhone software.Jobs also spoke about the enterprise features in the iPhone 2.0 update, highlighting many of the capabilities first showcased at his March demo. New enterprise features will include push e-mail, push contacts, push calendars auto-discovery of Microsoft Exchange servers.As this article went to press, the keynote was continuing. We\u2019ll have more information on iPhone 2.0 as it becomes available.---------------------------------------------------------------------------and from Engadget<\/a>:It's been a long, leak-filled wait, but Apple finally took the wraps off its 3G iPhone. Thinner edges, full plastic back, flush headphone jack, and the iPhone 2.0 firmware -- Apple's taking a lot of the criticisms to heart from the first time around. Obviously 3G is at the forefront, but they're also making sure it's available all over internationally, works with enterprises, runs 3rd party apps... and does it all for cheaper. Apple claims its 3G speeds trounce the competition, with pageloads 36% faster than the N95 and Treo 750 -- and of course it completely trounces the old EDGE data. Battery life isn't getting put out to pasture though, with 300 hours of standby, 8-10 hours of 2G talk, 5 hours of 3G talk, 7 hours of video and 24 hours of audio. GPS is also a go. Apple is using A-GPS, which supplements regular satellite GPS data with info from cellular towers. WiFi data is also worked into the mix, which should give users a pretty solid lock on where the heck they are on this planet. Unfortunately, there's no front-facing cam, which syncs with what we were hearing, but is still a little disappointing. Apple hopes to launch in 70 countries this year. 8GB is available for $199, 16GB for $299 -- and the 16GB comes in white. Both pricepoints require a contract. Apple will be hitting the 22 biggest markets, including the US, on July 11th.Other tidbits: * It's a teensy bit thicker. * A SIM ejector comes in the box, at last. * There's no dock included, just a USB power adapter. * On AT&T unlimited iPhone 3G data plans for consumers will be available for $30 a month, on top of voice plans starting at $39.99 a month. Unlimited 3G data for business users will be $45 a month, on top of voice.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/breaking-news-iphone-20-release-date.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE2IEasw4KI\/AAAAAAAAOvk\/FBMWRD2yV68\/s400\/Picture+5.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"19","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 7:36 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 12:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"04fb21e8aff427f1":{"eid":"04fb21e8aff427f1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Latest Things To Be Blinged: Ricoh Diamond Camera & New LG USB Diamond Drive","utc_ts":"1213220940","descrptn":"Dalumi Goes Tech with Diamond Camera, USB Drive(source: \/>DTC Sightholder Dalumi Group has launched a luxury lifestyle accessory collection, featuring a diamond-encrusted flash drive and a digital camera accented with diamonds. The launch is a result of a partnership with Korean technology giant LG Electronics and Japan\u2019s Ricoh,<\/a> a digital photo and office solution leader.Dalumi<\/a> Marketing and Business Development Head Yuval Kemp explained that the partnership was directly related to the company\u2019s fashion world debut of the diamond-studded top designed with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 last year (shown below).<\/a>\u201cThe success of the exclusive diamond-studded clothing item that we designed together with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 prompted us to partner and manufacture other unique items such as these elegant electronic goods\u201d, said Kemp.<\/a>Above: The \"Luxury Diamond Camera\" from Dalumi and Ricoh features more than 200 diamonds mounted on white gold<\/a>The LG Disk on Key is made up of diamonds from Dalumi mounted in white gold and is valued at $10,000, while the Ricoh Capilo R5 digital camera includes over 200 diamonds, also embedded in white gold, and is priced at $25,000.The camera and flash drive will be displayed at high-profile, luxury goods exhibitions around the world and will be auctioned at the end of the year, with the entirety of the proceeds going to the SOS Children\u2019s Village in Botswana<\/a>, a charity for orphans Dalumi<\/a> has supported in the past.Dalumi Diamonds<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/latest-things-to-be-blinged-ricoh.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFBJIasw5AI\/AAAAAAAAO2U\/mQsw6wkIkKk\/s400\/dalumi_gfferre.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"11","hour":"21","minute":"49","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213242121","modified_date":"1213242121","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 11, 2008 9:49 PM","disp_date":"Jun 11, 2008 2:49 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3d623deea337071a":{"eid":"3d623deea337071a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Flip Floppin' For Charity: Limited Edition Havaianas By Celebrity Make Up Artists","utc_ts":"1213282080","descrptn":"<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue has begun Beauty Splash, a program that sells, exclusively, these limited edition Havaianas<\/a> designed by celebrity make up artists Bobbie Brown, Trish McEvoy and Laura Mercier with a portion of the proceeds going to Charity Water, a non profit organization.<\/a>For the entire month of June, Saks Fifth Avenue will be offering its customers these special edition Havaianas on saks.com<\/a> and, from June 8-22, at all store locations for a retail price of $15, with any two cosmetics or fragrance purchases (while supplies last). $1 from each purchase up to $200,000 will be donated to charity: water - a non-profit initiative bringing clean water and basic sanitation into impoverished communities.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a>Havaianas<\/a>Since their creation in the 1960\u2019s, Havaianas sandals have been coveted the world over for both their function and fashion. A top-secret rubber recipe created exclusively by Alpargatas S.A. is what sets the Havaianas experience apart from others in the category, offering authentic comfort and quality benefits that can\u2019t be replicated.<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue,<\/a> one of the world\u2019s pre-eminent specialty retailers, is renowned for its superlative American and international designer collections, its expertly edited assortment of handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts, and the first-rate fashion expertise and exemplary client service of its Associates. Today, Saks operates 54 full-line stores in 25 states, 3 licensed stores in Mexico City, Dubai and Riyadh, 49 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores and saks.com, the company\u2019s online store.<\/a>charity: water<\/a> is a nonprofit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water into impoverished communities. Since charity: water was founded and began activity in August 2006, they have funded the construction of more than 474 water projects in 11 developing nations that, when completed, will provide clean drinking water to more than 200,000 people.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/flip-floppin-for-charity-limited.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFE6Eqsw5mI\/AAAAAAAAO7E\/5lQsdITh3wA\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"12","hour":"14","minute":"48","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213285167","modified_date":"1213285167","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 12, 2008 2:48 PM","disp_date":"Jun 12, 2008 7:48 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"310861ae730c434d":{"eid":"310861ae730c434d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jemal Wright Bath Designs: For Those Who Like A Bold or Blingy Bathroom","utc_ts":"1213945200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jemal Wright Bath Designs is unlikely to be mentioned in the same sentence as the words neutral, monochrome or tradition. Far from it. Jemal Wright Bath Designs are bright, bold and blingy. The kind of toilets you'd refer to as a commode rather than a crapper.The designs consist of two lines of bathroom furnishings; The Chromeozone\u2122 and the Isis\u2122.The pieces in the Chromeozone\u2122 collection start with a chrome plated porcelain base to which dyes are added retaining the metallic sheen of chrome while adding flexibility of color:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The ISIS\u2122 collection has the same chromed and dyed porcelain but come partially or completely handset with Swarovski crystals. You can add crystal studded flushing handles, screw caps and lid. Or you can have the entire commode handset with crystals:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each piece is finished with the studio's signature logo and is numbered and recorded for authenticity:<\/a>With one of these in your home, I guess you'd have to excuse yourself to go to the jemal rather than the john.Jemal Wright Bath Designs1007 S 21st. Ave.Hollywood, FL 33020phone: 786.597.3661email: info@jemalwright.com<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/jemal-wright-bath-designs-for-those-who.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFnmMTKIj6I\/AAAAAAAAPJs\/WWUFNn8FcOI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"20","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213991102","modified_date":"1213991102","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 20, 2008 7:00 AM","disp_date":"Jun 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2684f710dfa77222":{"eid":"2684f710dfa77222","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"EICHLERS: A Modern Vision. New paintings by Danny Heller Opens Today","utc_ts":"1214144580","descrptn":"As a huge fan of both artist Danny Heller <\/a>and architect Joseph Eichler, the exhibit opening today at Terrence Rogers Fine Art<\/a>, Eichlers: A Modern Vision, it's no wonder I feel that this exhibit is a must see. The show consists of paintings of Eichler's mid century modern architecture as they appear today.<\/a><\/a>EICHLERS: A Modern VisionNEW PAINTINGS by DANNY HELLERSunday, June 22 \u2013 July 31<\/a>Above : artist Danny HellerIn his first show, Los Angeles painter Danny Heller captured views of suburbia. This new exhibition features the homes popularized by the California developer Joseph Eichler.<\/a>To learn about Joseph Eichler and his home designs, click here.<\/a>Danny Heller focuses on Eichler houses in his native San Fernando Valley. Avoiding any sense of nostalgia or artificial atmosphere, Heller paints \u201cnow\u201d \u2013 as the houses exist today \u2013 bringing a sense of wonderment and delight that is both original to the houses and displays a modernity that is very much alive.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Rather than a portrait of the overall house, Danny Heller\u2019s eye finds a path to a door, a fa\u00e7ade\u2019s strict geometry of right angles, or the wonderful triangles of a carport. The atriums become vehicles for catching light as well as an invitation to living.<\/a>In Heller\u2019s vision, a light in a garage or the glimpse of forms seen through translucent glass become as magical as dusk behind Italian cypresses.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Looking at elements to frame and sculpt, Danny Heller\u2019s paintings hint at the complexity of the designs and offer of symmetry, poise and beauty, all in the context of Southern California, that make Eichlers special.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above are only some of the pieces in the show, to see them all, click here.<\/a>Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, noon to five. p.m.Opening ReceptionSunday, June 22, 1 to 4 p.m.Artist talk 2 p.m.TERRENCE ROGERS FINE ART1231 Fifth StreetSanta Monica, CA 90401310 394 4999Terrence Rogers Fine Art is located at 1231 Fifth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401 (between Wilshire and Arizona). For a map, click here <\/a>. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, Noon - 5pm. Eichlers: A Modern Vision<\/i> show runs from June 22nd through July 31st.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/eichlers-modern-vision-new-paintings-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5nlTKIlSI\/AAAAAAAAPUo\/qiEHLbvEWOw\/s400\/eichler_carport.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"22","hour":"14","minute":"23","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214163998","modified_date":"1214163998","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 22, 2008 2:23 PM","disp_date":"Jun 22, 2008 7:23 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"015d9132b71bd1c0":{"eid":"015d9132b71bd1c0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Johanna Basford Goes Cuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium & Flutterlicious","utc_ts":"1214668800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>\n<\/a>\nCuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium, Flutterlicious and Macbeth are just a few of the fun names Johanna Basford has given to her unique and beautiful wallpapers. The multi talented Scottish designer has a way with names as well as with flora and fauna. Her hand printed and hand painted wallpapers (both custom and studio collection) are simply fabulous. In addition to those, she makes ceramics, limited edition prints, lampshades and some unusual items all of which incorporate her simultaneously delicate and bold designs.\n\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n\nTalented and super productive, she was the recipient of Elle's Decoration Design Award for the best in bedrooms in 2007. Below are some of her amazing creations, with the descriptions furnished from Johanna.\n\nBespoke Collection of Wallpaper\n\nPunk Peacock, Bespoke Collection - digitally printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Johanna's first exploration into digital printing. A twist on tradition, this interpretation of the \u2018bird amongst the blossoms\" print, features pairs of ornamental peacocks, perched amidst giant, oversized foliage and flowers, in a dramatic black on white, super-wide wallpaper. Not for the fainthearted, this bold, 1.2 meter wide print packs an eye-watering visual punch.\n\nDelirium, Bespoke Collection - hand printed and embellished with Swarovski Crystals:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Richly inked hand printed wallpaper, studded with Swarovski Crystals. This paper features layers of swirling botanics and decorative flourishes, silk screen printed in gloss black, pearly metallics, flashes of crisp silver lacquer and hand embellished with world-famous Swarovski Crystals.\n\nMidnight Butterfly, Bespoke Collection - hand printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A truly exquisite wallpaper, perfect for hanging in panels in place of traditional artwork. Delicate, inky layers of black on black floral and butterfly motifs are over printed with gold lacquered detail and further embellished with hand drawing. Paper-cut and gold leaf butterfly silhouettes flutter from the paper at intervals. Each panel is accompanied with 5 gold leaf butterflies, to be sited on install to catch the light or draw attention to a particular feature. Further gold leaf butterflies available on request.\n\nCuckoo, Bespoke Collection - hand painted:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Delicate gold lacquered cuckoo clock, surrounded by rambling foliage and layered over a glossy black on black silhouette. A unique piece merging ornate decoration with functional design. Battery operated clock mechanism (single AA battery required)\n\nStudio Collection of Wallpapers:\n\nCrazy Botanic, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>\nAbove: Delicate tangles of imagined botanics, a-flutter with butterflies and lady bugs form densely decorative spheres of foliage, each interlinked with a single entwined vine.\nAvailable in the color options shown above.\n\nFlutterlicious, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a><\/a>\nAbove: A truly sumptuous wallpaper; hundreds of delicately hand drawn butterflies, silk screen printed in rich gold lacquer or pearly hot pink. Stunning in single panels or stretched out across a feature wall.\n\nBella, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Simple, yet delicately ornate; topiary-inspired spheres of foliage and blossoms, interlaced with love birds and butterflies, hand printed in pearly hues of aqua green onto spearmint or crisp white. Also available as a print.\n\nPeking, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Orient-inspired opulence; circular motifs featuring ornamental peacocks and butterflies encircled with exotic blossoms and foliage, each adjoined with a decorative band of flourishes. Available in the color options shown above.\n\nMacbeth, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A deliciously dark, gothic-inspired wallpaper. In a twist to Johanna's usual of feminine florals, tangles of botanics and serpents twist their way through skeletons, spider's webs and ram's skulls.\n\nDamask, Studio Collection - Limited Edition:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: Elegant flora intricately laced together forming a shaped motif. Printed in limited edition print runs in two colour palettes, Western Isle Stone, a crisp, slate blue on white and Shortbread, warm biscuity beige onto a creamy rice-pudding ground.\n\nInsectiana, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\nAbove: A wallpaper with hidden depths. On close inspection, this styled print reveals a treasure of entomology gems; an inky, Victorian-inspired motif encases intricate drawings of beasties, butterflies and bumble bees. Available in white on black or black on white. Also available as a print.\n\nParlour, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n<\/a>\nAbove: Inspired by glamorous 50's show girls, with a hint of art nouveau opulence, this cheeky wallpaper is a must for boudoirs and powder rooms.\n\nHer \"glow' wallpaper seems to be a project that I hope becomes a reality:\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\n\nAbout Johanna (the following is her bio from her site):\nInspired by her upbringing on a small fish farm in rural Scotland, much of Johanna's work has roots in the flora and fauna that she has grown up with. Her boundless imagination and passion for drawing, took her to Art School in Dundee, where she graduated with a first honours degree in Printed Textiles in 2005. Having dabbled with the of moving to London to work in a commercial studio, Johanna decided the concrete clad city sapped her creativity. Driven by a passion to create beautiful work of the highest possible calibre, Johanna set up her small Scottish studio creating distinctively different hand drawn motifs in her signature black and white palette. In addition to creating her own collection of hand printed wallpapers which now adorn the walls of commercial and residential spaces across the globe, Johanna has created work for a variety of clients such as DKNY, Heals and The Crafts Council at the Victoria and Albert Museum.Her products are available at several UK stores and some overseas stores, go here to see stockists.\n<\/a>\nOr, to purchase online, go to the following links:\nDesign Supremo<\/a>\nEmma Clanfield Designs<\/a>\nFresh Interior Solutions<\/a>\nLove the Rain<\/a>\nNot On The High Street<\/a>\nRockett St George<\/a>\nThe Shop Floor Project<\/a>\n\nJohanna Basford's site.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/johanna-basford-goes-cuckoo-punk.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKPQzKImKI\/AAAAAAAAPbo\/9o2j0a078dI\/s400\/makingpaper.jpeg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"28","hour":"16","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214682029","modified_date":"1214682029","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 28, 2008 4:00 PM","disp_date":"Jun 28, 2008 9:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"138fe667145b91fc":{"eid":"138fe667145b91fc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Victory 2008 Vision Street Premium Motorcyle","utc_ts":"1214692380","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>The New 2008 Victory Vision Street Premium BikeA new generation of an American luxury-touring motorcycle that takes modern and comfort as far as it\u2019s ever been. The chassis is long & low with remarkable balance & maneuverability. The seat, floorboards, controls, and modern design are engineered for optimal riding comfort, while a new 106-cubic-inch Freedom\u00ae V-Twin\u2122 with 6-speed overdrive produces smooth, powerful performance.<\/a><\/a>Available in 3 color options:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Also in touring model:<\/a><\/a>The Vision Street Premium starts at $20,499. (US msrp)Learn all about it, customize your own online, see videos and reviews as well as other models here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/victory-2008-vision-street-premium.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGUWezKInFI\/AAAAAAAAPjA\/tLkPV1XeG9I\/s400\/victoryvisionstreetbike.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"28","hour":"22","minute":"33","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1214725825","modified_date":"1214725825","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 28, 2008 10:33 PM","disp_date":"Jun 28, 2008 3:33 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"30acfd15b45373a6":{"eid":"30acfd15b45373a6","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Paris Treasure Hunt - Ooh La La!","utc_ts":"1215004260","descrptn":"<\/a>Talk about an interesting way to promote a city! This engaging Paris Treasure Hunt (tr\u00e9sors de paris) is a lot more interesting than your typical Tourism Board advertising. Last year, the 2007 event had more than 15,000 participants.<\/a>Above: The poster for last year's treasure huntSo, what is it?The treasure hunt is free and open to all (yes, the site is available in english as well as french). You can enroll here<\/a> or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall (Mairie de Paris and Jean-Bernard Bros) is a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.<\/a>You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.<\/a>The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.<\/a>Above: The landing page of the websitetr\u00e9sors de paris gives visitors (and even locals) a chance to discover secret passages, unknown streets and hidden gardens in the 3e, 6e, 13e and 18e arrondissements. just sign up (it's free) with up to six of your friends, and receive clues and mysteries to help you navigate the maze of Paris streets. Lost? Stop and ask the paris \"characters\" for help. There are fabulous prizes for the winner: access to a secret cabaret, a night in a five-star hotel and dinner at a top restaurant. With many treasure hunts throughout the year, each one is themed to fit your interests. The theme on july 5th is ecology and sustainable development.<\/a>The rules:<\/b>Come and hunt Paris treasures. The treasure hunt is free and open to all. You can enrol here or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall will be a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.Paris treasure hunt will start at 10 AM and will end at 3.30 PM, on the 5th of July 2008.<\/strong> In order to play the contestants have to register on this website <\/strong><\/a> in advance or in front of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts town halls.Registration is free and open to everyone.<\/strong>The enigmas (clues in the form of questions) will be given to the treasure hunters, the 5th of July 2008 between 10 AM and 1 PM. There will be a treasure hunt with different winners in each of the districts.The treasure will not be timed. However, the closing time of the game is set at 3.30 PM. The winners will be determined at random by drawing lots amongst the teams that finish before closing time.Game Mechanics :<\/strong>Several enigmas (clues\/ questions), following different itineraries, will be distributed at random to the contestants. All the courses of a district will converge toward the same ending. Every member of a team will receive the same enigmas. By following the enigma, the contestants will be guided toward several neighbourhood of Paris where strange characters will be awaiting them to challenge them to trials of wits, humour, taste, scent and who knows what? If they succeed they will win clues that will take the form of bits of paper.At the end, the contestants will have to use their clues to solve a final enigma, which will lead them to the arrival place. There, the contestants will be asked to put a coupon with their name and the phone number where they can be reached in France, in a ballot box.The final challenge :<\/strong>At the arrival point, in order to increase their chances to win, the contestants will have to answer a question about the course they just finished. If they answer it right, they will be able to put extra coupons in the ballot box.Prizes:<\/strong>There will be winners in each of the five districts.The prizes include :an access to the secret Paris Cabaret, which opens only once a year, dinners in top Paris restaurants, nights in chic Paris hotels, special \u201cParis tours\u201d showing the mysterious side of the city.Pour plus d'informations (For more information)<\/strong>Contactez Ma Langue Au Chat \u2013Tel. : 33.1.44 92.93.94 \u2013 facteur@tresorsdeparis.fr<\/a>This event was organized by Mairie De Paris.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/paris-treasure-hunt-ooh-la-la.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGpQszKIpgI\/AAAAAAAAP3A\/LhEViysDCtk\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"11","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:11 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:11 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2cf9710286a4c012":{"eid":"2cf9710286a4c012","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sutherland + Starck = Robinwood Deluxe","utc_ts":"1215006000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Sutherland<\/a>, the Texas-based outdoor furniture company has collaborated with designer Philippe Starck to create this collection of outdoor teak and aluminum furniture.<\/a>The Robinwood Deluxe collection, named after the rebel Robin Hood with each piece in the collection named after one of the members of the merry band of thieves, consists of 26 pieces.<\/a>Combining Philippe Starck's minimal with outdoor materials results in a functional and beautiful line of furniture.<\/a><\/a>There are some real standouts and unexpected pieces like a canopied bed, rocking chair, one armed barstool and highback sofa:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>as well as standards like tables, dining chairs and chaise-longues:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In addition to the actual furniture, the collection is promoted with a charming illustrated piece telling the 'story' of the furniture and the providence of the name. Here are a few images from the piece:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the mini-site and learn more here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sutherland-starck-robinwood-deluxe.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGgAtjKIoUI\/AAAAAAAAPs4\/Vdm25OuCxFI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"40","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:40 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:40 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"384a58b1bc4c7a26":{"eid":"384a58b1bc4c7a26","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"(Untitled)","utc_ts":"1215234240","descrptn":"<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/blog-post.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SG_T0zKIsAI\/AAAAAAAAQLo\/8G3EcJM0ZEg\/s400\/linkreminder.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"5","minute":"4","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 5:04 AM","disp_date":"Jul 4, 2008 10:04 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1befadf5db96df9d":{"eid":"1befadf5db96df9d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Air Conditioning Worth Framing: Art Cool by LG","utc_ts":"1215266400","descrptn":"Art Cool by LG is the latest household appliance to masquerade as art. First it was speakers (see the post on Artcoustic here<\/a>), then Two Eye's cool concealed televisions, the R4 (see them here<\/a>) and now, air conditioners. Cool, huh?<\/a><\/a>This wall mountable or freestanding frame type air conditioner can hold a photo or piece of artwork (even wallpaper) of the customer's choice, so what my look like a piece of art is actually a functioning air conditioner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>ART COOL is LG's premium, design-oriented air conditioner series, which also includes renditions of art pieces by famous painters, as well as a unique picture frame model that allows users to modify and customize the unit with their own artwork or photography. The series helps to transform household appliances such as air conditioners into stylish objects of art.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: model LA091CNPMuch like the traditional LG ART COOL series, the new ART COOL Inverter line features a slim interior, wall-mounted evaporator that can be fit to enhance the end user's decor.Every trimming has been added to the refined ARTCOOL series, including the NEO Plasma Air Purifying System, Gold Fin, and new features like Auto Clean.<\/a><\/a>The units feature designer color finishes to complement any home decor, including the standard mirror finish and optional panel colors such as an organic cream white, art flower gold and snow flower white. The outdoor condensing unit provides quiet operation, making it neighbor-friendly.<\/a>ARTCOOL MIRROR:If you'd prefer a wall mirror over a framed piece of art or photo, there is the Artcool Mirror. The romantic pastel colors, subdued luster, modern texture and the super slim design of LG Art Cool Mirror make it suitable for many interiors.<\/a>Optional art cool panel choices:<\/a> <\/a>You can find LG artcool where LG products are sold.The LG Global site<\/a>LG USA<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/air-conditioning-worth-framing-art-cool.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE75IKsw42I\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/wqu3Hf5UaW8\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"14","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 2:00 PM","disp_date":"Jul 5, 2008 7:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"094b198c8dc00d52":{"eid":"094b198c8dc00d52","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"First Music, then Clothes, Jewelry and Sunglasses. And Now, Pharrell Williams Is Removing Tatts and Designing Furniture.","utc_ts":"1215434160","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Pharrell Williams<\/a> is an Emmy award-winning producer, frontman for N.E.R.D.<\/a>, founder of A Bathing Ape\/ Bape brand<\/a>, clothing lines Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream<\/a> (I do so love his astronaut jeans, shown below)<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Pharrell's astronaut jeans for BBCA Fashion icon as well, Pharrell was named Best Dressed Man in 2005 by Esquire magazine and was one of the faces in Louis Vuitton's 2006 ad campaign.<\/a>He has also designed a line of Louis Vuitton jewelry and sunglasses:<\/a>Above: Pharrell's Blason line for LV.<\/a>Above: His sunglasses for LVBut he's not stopping there. In addition to the latest breaking news that he plans some innovative tattoo removal<\/a>, he's now designing furniture- at least a chair or two. And ugly furniture at that (sorry, Pharrell).<\/a>Pharrell Williams designed the Perspective chair in collaboration with Domeau & P\u00e9r\u00e8s<\/a> who are manufacturing the piece and will be making the additional chairs.<\/a>The chair, as well as another chair design and a table will be part of a show in Paris at the prestigious Emmanuel Perrotin Galerie<\/a>. The show will be from October 21st 2008 until January 10th 2009. The chairs will be available in a few colors and only 4 of each will be sold. The chair, as explained by Pharrell, represents the love between a woman and man.<\/a>When asked about the design, Pharrell says \u201cI had often wondered what it\u2019s like to truly be in love, not lust for once.. So I decided not to ask what it was like in someone else\u2019s shoes or what it was like to sit in their seat.. I decided to sketch out my own experiment; the perspective chair.\u201dLocation of the exhibition: 10, impasse Saint Claude 75003 ParisNext up for Pharrell? World Domination :)http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/first-music-then-clothes-jewelry-and.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHEEBDKItQI\/AAAAAAAAQVo\/QrmSJ11bt6w\/s400\/2662_i2_pharrell_williams02.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"12","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 12:36 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 5:36 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"43b1d0cc18deb600":{"eid":"43b1d0cc18deb600","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"POP go the days of the week: The Bubble Calendar","utc_ts":"1215439020","descrptn":"<\/a>Available either in horizontal or vertical formats as well as either printed upon paper or thick acetate, the 2009 Bubble Calendar by 'experience' designer Stephen Turbek <\/a> costs $29.95 (paper) and $49.95 (acetate) and will let you burst your way through the year.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>source<\/a>Design copyright 2008,2009 Bubble CalendarDue to manufacturing processes out of our control, some bubbles may fail to inflate. We rigorously inspect each calendar to avoid this, but if your calendar arrives with more than one bubble popped or flat, let us know within the first two weeks and we'll exchange it. Plastic calendars may have some subtle natural streaking in the acetate backing.Bubble Calendar is not affiliated with the Bubblewrap brand, which is trademarked by Sealed Air corporation.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/pop-go-days-of-week-bubble-calendar.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHIiAzKIt7I\/AAAAAAAAQbA\/MLJXpAT9C10\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"13","minute":"57","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 1:57 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 6:57 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"032fa65ebd2bc2ab":{"eid":"032fa65ebd2bc2ab","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"McLaren & Mercedes Last Collaboration: Limited Edition Topless Carbon Plastic Bodied SLR","utc_ts":"1215525000","descrptn":"<\/a>Before going separate ways, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren have decided to produce one final edition of the SLR. it's super fast, lightweight and painted as ugly as possible.<\/a>According to reports from the German car magazine, Auto Motor und Sport (who captured first shots of this car under testing), this special SLR will come with neither roof nor windscreen, as a result of weight-shaving measures to trim its curb weight by about 200 kg (or about 440 pounds).\"The concluding SLR will feature an open-air only construction. Gone is the roof; gone is the windscreen - a small wind deflector will be the singular element between the SLR's occupants and the great outdoors. To reduce weight, a carbon plastic body will be used, while air conditioning and power windows will both be abandoned as well. The result in a weight savings of some 200 kilograms, enough to help the model reach 186 mph from a standstill in 26 seconds and achieve a top speed of 217.5 mph.\"<\/a>This means that only a small wind deflector stands between the driver and the ferocity of the wind, as the speedster tosses the countryside behind in a possible breakneck top speed of 350 km\/h (or 217 mph). That's about 8 mph more than the latest SLR 722 Edition.<\/a>Above: the engineThe model is said to have been inspired by Rudolf Uhlenhaut\u2019s legendary 300 SL in 1955, and earned the famous moniker Silver Arrow.:<\/a>Above: the 1955 300 SL, the \"Silver Arrow\"Only 75 of these lightweight cars will be produced.Below is a spy video of the automobile:If you read German, here's the original source article.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/mclaren-mercedes-last-collaboration.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHJAFDKIuBI\/AAAAAAAAQbw\/5Wz7_KfWkgE\/s400\/2nL37RYweaIPBA_450x300.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"8","hour":"13","minute":"50","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215603038","modified_date":"1215603038","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"150e828466b9067c":{"eid":"150e828466b9067c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Make That New iPhone Even Hipper! Ways to Pimp The 3G iPhone","utc_ts":"1215673200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Okay, so it's not news that Apple's eagerly anticipated 3G iPhone (or iPhone 2.0) goes on sale tomorrow. Many thousands of people will be anxiously awaiting their new gadget and signing up for phone plans as though they've never before had a phone.So, how do you make yours more hip than everyone else's? Customize that sucker! And here are a few ways to do it and links to all the places:Make it a fun color at Colorware:<\/a><\/a>Colorware<\/a>Or buy from Continetal Mobile's Vivid Color Collection:<\/a><\/a>Continental Mobile's Vivid Collection<\/a>Make it 18k yellow, white or rose gold:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Continental 18k gold iphones<\/a>Or yellow or rose gold plated from Gold Genie:<\/a><\/a>Goldgenie<\/a>Or 24k gold plated iphones:<\/a>Goldstriker<\/a>more 24k plated iphones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>icandy phones<\/a>Paul Knight of Knight Creations<\/a> has a special technology that coats the iPhone casing with a layer of TiN and TiAlN (Titanium-Nitrogen, and Titanium-Aluminum-Nitrogen) through a process known as \"plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition.\" What you get is an anodized iPhone casing (matte black to match the black plastic cover) and an Apple logo finished in the TiN or TiAlN. The TiN coating gives the Apple logo a shiny Gold presence, while the TiAlN coating gives the logo an understated, stealthy look.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Knight Creations<\/a>Even Platinum iphones can be had:<\/a>also at Goldstriker<\/a>Epilog Laser<\/a> sells an engraving device that allows you to engrave your iphone:<\/a>Etchstar<\/a> will custom laser engrave your iphone for you:<\/a><\/a>etchstar<\/a>As will ETCHamac<\/a>Appletattoo <\/a>will gold plate, crystallize or laser etch your iphone.And of course, blinged out iPhones, with real diamonds or with Swarovski crystals will separate your iPhone from the crowd.Austrian jeweler Peter Aloisson's custom diamond iPhone with princess cut stones has a total diamond weight of between 16.50 \u2013 17.75 carats:<\/a><\/a>He also has one with brilliant cut (round) stones only weighing 6.42 carats:<\/a><\/a>Peter Aloisson<\/a>Bling King Alexander Amosu's diamond iphone:<\/a>Amosu<\/a>Bling My Thing has many custom Swarovski Crystal iphones to choose from:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Bling My Thing<\/a>Can't afford gold plating or special custom colors? Then try one of the many protective 'skins' on the market.istyles has several inexpensive ones:<\/a>istyles<\/a>And Gelaskins offers amazing artist designed removable skins for the iphone (yes, for the new one) that comes with matching wallpaper.<\/a><\/a>And even one by Jason Freeny whose art I featured here<\/a>:<\/a>Gelaskins.<\/a>So go ahead, buy that iPhone, but then turn into into something that's uniquely yours, so you can it from the thousands that will undoubtedly be sold tomorrow!http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/make-that-new-iphone-even-hipper-ways.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHYj7JII5sI\/AAAAAAAAQmg\/ENFlIHCTbgw\/s400\/pimpthatiphone.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"10","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215733987","modified_date":"1215733987","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"36523413f80aacde":{"eid":"36523413f80aacde","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tag, you're it! Graffiti Is Appearing Everywhere And On Everything.","utc_ts":"1215759600","descrptn":"<\/a>Graffiti: Etymology: Italian, plural of graffito [scribbling; graffito, a scratch]:usually unauthorized writing or drawing on a public surface. (source: Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary)Graffiti, once synonymous with vandalism, reached an art form several decades ago. It was way back in 1972 that Hugo Martinez founded the UGA- United Graffiti Artists. It didn't take long to permeate the skater and surfer scene, where it lay for a long time. But in recent years it's crept from edgy to mainstream.As an art form, Graffiti has reached such a level of status that it is frequently referred to as 'street art' or 'urban art' as opposed to vandalism, tagging and graffiti. And many artists have traded in walls for canvases. Even selling prints and gicle\u00e9s on ebay and in surf and skateboard shops. Right now, street artist Banksy is setting the art world afire fetching prices on par with paintings by Renaissance masters.<\/a><\/a>Above: Artist Jos\u00e9 Parla at work.<\/a>Above: Banksy's Tesco Flag<\/a>Above: Banksy's Flower Chucker on canvas.The combination of street graffiti and luxury was a huge hit when Marc Jacobs thought to combine Stephen Sprouse graffiti with Louis Vuitton bags in 2001. The collection sold like hotcakes and is still in great demand today.<\/a><\/a>Above: the Stephen Sprouse Collection for Louis Vuitton.Several designers have taken the urban art form and made into actual furniture. Industrial designer and former tagger, Luis Alicandu from Caracas, Venezuela, now living in London, has designed and created the following pieces. Unfortunately they are not mass produced and are not available for purchase.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To learn more about Luis Alicandu a.k.a. CacoUno (his Graffiti tag nickname), or to help him produce these great pieces, go here.<\/a>Another furniture line inspired by graffiti is one from the design duo Jimmie and Martin of Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>. By adding graffiti and unusual paint finishes to traditional furniture, they've created a unique niche for the aesthetically trendy. I will be doing a major post on Jimmie Martin in the near future so you can see all of their great work.Here are some pieces from their Graffiti series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>Verona<\/a> and Romeo and Juliet<\/a> have been inspired by Anna James's visits to Juliet's house in Verona, Italy. She is totally captivated by the graffiti covering the walls at the archway entrance, all of it being declarations of love by visiting lovers, of all ages, from all over the world. The colours, and the messages create completely unique images.<\/a>Anna devised a process to replicate the walls on furniture, by taking a series of digital images, which she then transposed onto her carefully prepared period pieces. Because messages are constantly being added to the walls, Anna's design for her Verona furniture is unique to a particular moment in time, and gives each piece it's own individual artwork and \/><\/a>Love Anna James<\/a>Angel Ortiz was a New York street artist whose collaboration with other well-known 1980s artist such as Keith Haring and Kenny Scharf, brought him recognition. The pieces below were assembled with a venturesome commitment to emerging artists. L.A. II. In 2006, these great looking pieces by tagger Angel Ortiz were sold at an art auction:<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch armoire with two doors and three drawers decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 72\" x 32\" x 17\" Sold for $3,000.00<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch plywood six-drawer dresser decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 30\" x 48\" x 16 1\/2\" Sold for $2,640.00Angel Ortiz<\/a><\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Glass vase decorated with silver paint pen. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the artist. Signed and tagged throughout. 13 3\/4\" x 12\", sold for $600.00Is Graffiti the next plaid?Now it's not only left the walls and subway trains to jump to canvases and rebel galleries, but graffiti has found it's way onto everything from apparel to housewares. There are graffiti lamps, belts, pillows, bath towels, jewelry, and much, much more. In several instances it's even offered as a pattern choice. Solids, stripes or graffiti?Even athletic shoe company, New Balance, had just released Graffiti kicks in two color variations, joining Converse who already offers a Graffiti hi-top. And street artists, Stash and Sket One<\/a> are designing custom area rugs.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Stash.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Sket.More than one company has produced dinnerware in graffiti and now, with Furniture Graphics, you can have a graffiti sideboard to store it in.<\/a>Above: Cabinets by brothers Niclas Collen and Jesper Zacco of Furniture Graphics.<\/a>25-year-old, Toronto-based graffitist Matthieu Missiaen even makes custom 'graffiti' shoes under the label Ndeur:<\/a><\/a>You can buy Ndeur's custom fabulous shoes here on etsy<\/a>Ndeur<\/a>'s site<\/a>There are so many more items on the market and below are some examples. Just click on each image to be taken to a place for more information and a link to purchase.<\/a><\/a>There are graffiti coloring books, how to books, typefaces or fonts<\/a>, wall stickers, the Graffiti Creator, an online graffiti text generator<\/a>, laptop skins, even Dell computer collaborated with artist Mike Ming to design 2 limited edition laptops.<\/a>See the Mike Ming edition Dell laptops here.<\/a>Dell is not the only large company to collaborate with street and graffiti artists to sell products. Adidas had a great project named End 2 End where they hired 7 street artists to decorate shoes.<\/a>See the End 2 End sneaks here.<\/a>Coming soon from Boost Mobile is a collaboration with artists MINT and SERF (from the East Coast) and MAINFRAME (from the West Coast) to produce the desktop speakers<\/a> seen below.<\/a>You can pre-order the speakers here.<\/a>Beverage Company AriZona has release a graffiti-themed energy drink named All City NRG in appropriately graffiti-decorated cans:<\/a>Originating in Brooklyn, AriZona pays tribute to all cities with a colorful energy drink featured in 3 limited edition subway series cans. This bold NON-CARBONATED drink combines pomegranate flavor, green tea and a high energy performance blend. Buy it here.<\/a>Alison Nelson's Chocolate Bar of NY makes Graffiti chocolate bars, each decorated by a different graffiti artist with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The All Stars Project:<\/a>Also available in a gift box as a set of ten:<\/a>Buy the chocolate bars here.<\/a>Graffiti Taxonomy<\/a> is an ongoing project by Evan Roth which presents isolated letters from various graffiti tags, reproduced in similar scales and at close proximity. The intent of these studies is to show the diversity of as expressed in a single character.<\/a>Above: The 'S' is reproduced from photographs of tags taken in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He is currently seeking any leads for funding or from publications that would allow me to complete each letter of the alphabet from tags found throughout New York City. Please send any leads to Evan at fi5e@ni9e.com<\/a>.<\/a>You can buy prints of his Graffiti Taxonomy here.<\/a>My Lord! You can even buy a religious Graffiti sticker:<\/a>Get the Graffiti Jesus sticker or magnet here.<\/a>And yes, the trend has even hit the baby demographic.<\/a><\/a>Above left: personalized baby sleepsuit from Stardust.<\/a>Above right: graffiti rockin' blocks available on etsy<\/a>There are graffiti inspired blocks, custom personalized onesies <\/a>and even custom graffiti hats and clothes for toddlers.<\/a> Timberland even makes Nubuck graffiti boots for toddlers!<\/a>Buy them here (and they are on sale now).<\/a>And for your canine companions, you can get Graffiti collars and leads!:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>And jackets:<\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: You can download a fun coloring book of unadorned graffiti settings (drawn as line art) of dumpsters, subway trains, mailboxes and more to practice your street art upon from Fake Corporation of America.<\/a><\/a>Above: bombings by Sweet UnoA brief history of Graffiti:In America around the late 1960s, graffiti was used as a form of expression by political activists, and also by gangs such as the Savage Skulls, La Familia, and Savage Nomads to mark territory. Towards the end of the 1960s, the signatures (called 'tags')of Philadelphia graffiti writers Top Cat, Cool Earl and Cornbread started to appear.Around 1970-71, the center of graffiti innovation moved to New York City where writers following in the wake of TAKI 183 and Tracy 168 would add their street number to their nickname, \"bomb\" a train with their work, and let the subway take it\u2014and their fame, if it was impressive, or simply pervasive, enough\u2014\"all city\". Bubble lettering held sway initially among writers from the Bronx, though the elaborate Brooklyn Tracy 168 dubbed \"wildstyle\" would come to define the art.[8][10] The early trendsetters were joined in the 70s by artists like Dondi, Futura 2000, Daze, Blade, Lee, Zephyr, Rammellzee, Crash, Kel, NOC 167 and Lady Pink.By 1971 tags began to take on their signature calligraphic appearance because, due to the huge number of artists, each graffiti artist needed a way to distinguish themselves. Aside from the growing complexity and creativity, tags also began to grow in size and scale \u2013 for example, many artists had begun to increase letter size and line thickness, as well as outlining their tags. This gave birth to the so-called 'masterpiece' or 'piece' in 1972. Super Kool 223 is credited as being the first to do these pieces. (source: Wikipedia).<\/a>Links about graffiti:Graffiti as defined by Wikipedia<\/a> Tons of info, resources and linksHistory Of Graffiti (UCL, London's Global University)<\/a>Graffiti Art & Crime (UC Berkeley)<\/a>Time Magazines archive of Graffiti articles<\/a>The National Alliance Of Gang Investigator's Associations<\/a> (how they define gang graffiti).Graffiti News<\/a>- a blog for graffiti writersFatcap <\/a>- a worldwide graffiti blogGraffiti Research Lab <\/a>Art Crimes: Best Graffiti Sites list<\/a>Graff Inc<\/a> (Graffiti supplies, stores and pictures)Tags Are Known<\/a> (Giant archive of photos of graffiti and links)Known Gallery<\/a>Arkitip<\/a>12oz prophet<\/a> (online graffiti community)Graff City<\/a> (supplies)Worldwide Writers Graffiti<\/a> site (online community and more)<\/a>Above: \"Cereal Killers' wall by Stet One.Links To Some Interesting Street & Urban Artists' Sites:<\/strong>Alexone<\/a>Boris Hoppek<\/a>Beautiful Decay<\/a>Sket One<\/a>Shepard Fairey's Obey Giant<\/a>Bansky<\/a>Faille<\/a>Jos\u00e9 Parla<\/a>Jersey Joe<\/a>Krink<\/a>Art Crimes' Featured Artists<\/a> (graffiti.org)The Savager<\/a>Pure Graffiti<\/a>Guerilla One<\/a>Stash's Recon store<\/a>Superfreshdesign<\/a>Siloette<\/a>Wooster Collective's Graffiti Archives<\/a>Zephyr Graffiti<\/a><\/a>Above: the Santa Ana Police Department uses the above poster to help parents to determine whether or not their child is a tagger. Hilarious.TAGGER LANGUAGE: (as defined by NAGIA<\/a>)<\/strong> Battle:<\/strong> A contest between crews, judged on hits.Bomb:<\/strong> Multicolored tag in large bubble letters.Buff:<\/strong> To remove graffitiCrew:<\/strong> Group of individuals that tag together.Caps:<\/strong> (Fat\/skinny) Spray can nozzles used to vary the and width of paint.Fade:<\/strong> To blend colors.Fresh: <\/strong>Really good graffiti.Get Up:<\/strong> To put up a large amount of graffiti tags.Graf:<\/strong> GraffitiHeavens:<\/strong> Hard to reach high areas such as freeway signs and the tops\/upper floors of buildings.Hit\/Hit Up: <\/strong>To tag.Landmarks:<\/strong> A prime location where graffiti won't quickly be erased.Mob: <\/strong>A whole crew doing graffiti on a wall at the same time.Piece Book:<\/strong> A tagger's sketch book.Rack:<\/strong> To steal from off the store rack.Streak:<\/strong> Short for mean streak, solid paint stick that looks like chalk and is used on dark surfaces.Tag Banging:<\/strong> To use violence to defend a tag.Toy: <\/strong>A new, inexperienced writer.Throw Up:<\/strong> One layer of spray paint filling in bubble letters that are outlined in another color.Wild <\/strong>A complicated piece constructed with interlocking letters.Yard\/Train Yard: <\/strong>Gathering place.Zine: <\/strong>Short for magazines. Wish you could be a tagger but you're too old? Too conservative? Too safe? Well, here are ways to get the thrill without the criminal record. See more graffiti inspired items you can buy on my Tag, you're it! Graffiti inspired items<\/a> list at ThisNext.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/tag-youre-it-graffiti-is-appearing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2jQTKIk4I\/AAAAAAAAPRc\/IvoltS9GRiM\/s400\/sweetgraffiti.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"11","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215777405","modified_date":"1215777405","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0b67c70675f93d1f":{"eid":"0b67c70675f93d1f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Cool Designs To Keep You Warm: Heated Towel Racks & Modern Radiators","utc_ts":"1216191600","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: The fantasy radiator by BrandoniI've written about the plethora of unusual looking radiators and heated towel racks before<\/a>..... however a bunch of new ones have emerged on the market, several introduced at recent design shows. It amazes me how the designs continue to get even more unusual and yet still remain functional.There are so many wonderful examples of all types of different looking water heated radiators, electric radiators, wall mounted radiators, freestanding radiators, even towel racks, that I could only share with you some of my favorites. And here they are:<\/a>Above: The radiator model \u201cObl\u00f2 \u2013 oval\u201d by Brandoni Radiators, has won the \u201cComfort & Design 2008\u201d Award raffled from the International Fair in Milan.In addition to their award winning radiator shown above, Brandoni<\/a> has many beautiful and unusual designs from their new 2008 and last year's 2007 collections. See just some of my personal favorites below.<\/a>My Image:<\/a>Fantasy:<\/a>Pan:<\/a>Slalom:<\/a>Londra:<\/a>Fashion:<\/a>Brandoni<\/a> is only one of the several companies who've turned radiators into works of art and sculpture.From Deltacalor Design<\/a><\/a>Bamb\u00f9:<\/a><\/a>From Tubes Radiatori<\/a><\/a>Rimorchietto:<\/a>Albatros:<\/a>Matitione:<\/a>Pallottoliere:<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):<\/a>From Irsap<\/a><\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:<\/a>The Cubo:<\/a>The Petra:<\/a>The Keyos:<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:<\/a><\/a> The Aeon Collection<\/a><\/a>Honeycomb:<\/a>Millenium:<\/a>Abacus:<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):<\/a>Ecstacy:<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):<\/a>Totem:<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from Ridea of Italy<\/a><\/a>SHINE: A black bright circle, in contrast with brilliant Swarovski crystals, which spell out the word \"shine\". A luminous stripe and a cut out that serves as a towel rack:<\/a><\/a><\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:<\/a><\/a><\/a>FLOWER POWER:<\/a><\/a><\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel<\/a>LEAVES:<\/a><\/a>CHEESE:<\/a>CHEESE B:<\/a>HOLES:<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.<\/a><\/a>And from Jaga<\/a> the company that brought you the highly publicized 'heatwave' radiator by Joris Laarman for Droog,<\/a><\/a>the Know You Wood series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>From Bisque<\/a><\/a>The Xtreme:<\/a>The Zanzibar:<\/a><\/a>The La Scala:<\/a><\/a>The Outline:<\/a><\/a>The DNA:<\/a>From MHS radiators<\/a>The Boreas:<\/a>The Hose:<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From Radiating Style<\/a>, comes the slab cindier and metal radiators:<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from Carisa<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.<\/a><\/a><\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Victoria:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Julia:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Maria:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eve:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Summer Lora:<\/a><\/a>Lora:<\/a><\/a>Summer Maya:<\/a><\/a>Maya:<\/a><\/a>Emilie:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Summer Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Sonya:<\/a><\/a>Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Lisa:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Who's behind these creatures?<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:<\/a>then a head is crafted:<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:<\/a><\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them here.<\/a><\/a>The newest addition is Bunny:<\/a>Or you can buy them from their online store here.<\/a>Their logo and corporate were designed by the talented art.lebedev studio <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sorry-barbie-but-compared-to-mooqla.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"61.52401,105.318756","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","location":"Russia","datetime":"Jul 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3aa094db1afc8c0f":{"eid":"3aa094db1afc8c0f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Jeremy Scott's Longchamp Pliage Credit Card bag","utc_ts":"1216992900","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jeremy Scott<\/a> has collaborated once again with French luggage brand Longchamp on their famous \"Pliage\" bag to bring us the new Longchamp X Jeremy Scott 'Pliage' bag, an homage to consumerism. The original Pliage Bag by Longchamp is shown below.<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at Colette<\/a> and goes for 175 Euros.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/funky-find-of-week-jeremy-scotts.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Jul 25, 2008 1:35 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 25, 2008 6:35 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0ec519343728f4ef":{"eid":"0ec519343728f4ef","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Orb\u2122: Prefab Home Offices, Vacation Homes & Corporate Structures","utc_ts":"1217336820","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of Philip Simpson<\/a>'s desire to have an inspiring and affordable outdoor space for his own family to enjoy. His starting point, as a designer, was to reject the box-like structure and unnatural colours and contours of the caravan. He wanted something that would enhance the user's appreciation of the outdoors, from both inside and out. His initial sketches (on backs of envelopes and restaurant napkins), inspired more by gypsy caravans and yachts, won the support of his dream team of architects and designers, and the list of potential customers grew.Together with architect David Miller<\/a>, (who designed the award-winning Media Centre at Lords' Cricket Ground while at Future Systems) and a leading structural engineering practice, the is fast becoming a reality. One of the UK's top interior design consultancies, Real Studios, has created a range of inspiring interiors to highlight the lifestyle potential of these unique units.The Orb Home Office:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:<\/a><\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.<\/a><\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb is available in the following standard sizes: 4m x 3m, 4m x 6m, 4m x 9m and 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Double-glazed display windows* Full graphic wrap* Flexible bespoke interiors* Under floor heating* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Removeable axle and wheels* 4 adjustable legs* Push pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated servicesRead the FAQs about the Orb here.<\/a>contact info:Philip Simpson, Design DirectorOrb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: philip@theorb.biz<\/a>Veronica Simpson, Media Liaison and PR:Orb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: mail@theorb.biz<\/a>Visit the Orb website here.<\/a>\u00a9 Orb Properties Ltd., Patent Pending 0510520, EU Design Registration 308481 http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/orb-prefab-home-offices-vacation-homes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","location":"London","datetime":"Jul 29, 2008 1:07 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 29, 2008 6:07 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"35299eae5a713ec5":{"eid":"35299eae5a713ec5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Modern Take On Nixie Tube Clocks from BDDW, Chronotronix, Puhlmann and Peter J. Jensen","utc_ts":"1217511060","descrptn":"<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube? <\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is Nixie Clock.net<\/a>. Since 1997 they've sold Nixie Tube Clocks and living accessories. The company is located in Germany and they run a warehouse in the United States in order to improve their service standard. Having started retailing Nixie Clocks they are now developing their own Nixie Tube Clocks and below are some of their models.CHRONOTRONIX V400 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a><\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>The CHRONOTRONIX V300 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Unfortunately the CHRONOTRONIX IN-18 NIXIE CLOCK shown below is sold out:<\/a><\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:<\/a><\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing here.<\/a>The ones above can also be found here at Chronotronix Nixie Tube Clocks.<\/a>The Puhlmann Nixie Clock designed by dutch designer Frank Clewits is another nice modern version:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor <\/a>Unfortunately, I can not find this clock for sale anywhere. Even the puhlmann shop<\/a> doesn't seem to have it.Another site that sells handmade nixie clocks, as well as nixie clock kits, is Peter J. Jensen's tubeclock.com.<\/a><\/a><\/a>And if you are digging the nixies, check out this gallery of homemade nixie tube clocks.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/modern-take-on-nixie-tube-clocks-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.165691,10.451526","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","location":"Germany","datetime":"Jul 31, 2008 1:31 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 31, 2008 6:31 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"02a0d2185e4fb2a4":{"eid":"02a0d2185e4fb2a4","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Blondel Chocolates and +41 Make Sweet Collaborations With Nike & Alife","utc_ts":"1217574000","descrptn":"<\/a>Blondel Chocolats<\/a> in Lausanne, Switzerland certainly doesn't look hip or trendy. But looks can be deceiving. Tucked away on a cobblestone street, it's hard to believe they have produced some of the hippest chocolate collaborations of late (with some design help from the folks at +41).<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from +41 <\/a>created these delicious looking wonderful miniature milk and white chocolate shoes available for purchase:<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a><\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a>Not available for purchase but equally delectable are +41's large versions of the AF1 in dark and white chocolate:<\/a><\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The designers at +41<\/a> also helped to commemorate New York's ultra hot shoe and apparel store, ALIFE<\/a>, 's debut in Switzerland this past June 19th at GRAND<\/a> with a Blondel chocolate bar and choco-t shirt.<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and Cellophane<\/a> but both seem to be sold out everywhere.<\/a><\/a>Shop Alife<\/a> here.Blondel Chocolats began in 1850 and is world renowned for making delicious chocolates and confections. Be sure to stop by if ever in Lausanne!<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.chwww.chocolaterieblondel.ch<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/blondel-chocolates-make-sweet.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217628234","modified_date":"1217628234","type":"","lat_lon":"46.818188,8.227512","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","location":"Switzerland","datetime":"Aug 1, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"08c6dfef94a0c826":{"eid":"08c6dfef94a0c826","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Maude Decor's Patricia Baun: Floors With Flair","utc_ts":"1217746800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the Maude Decor website.<\/a>2005 Collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>2006 collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>zig zag series:<\/a>Letterbox series:<\/a><\/a>b&b series:<\/a><\/a>colour bars:<\/a>patches:<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Her Canadian Mountain rugs (based on topographical images of the actual mountians):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Art prints of her Star Quest Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2006 Collection<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their gallery<\/a>. To download information and pricing details click here<\/a>.And finally, she has just released this stunning rug, a collaboration with artist\/designer Michael Staniszkis. Caaw is available exclusively at www.66degrees.com<\/a> for a limited time. Only 20 will be created. Finished size is 8'x12'. Each will be hand-painted, signed and dated.<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Don't forget, there's more to see at Maude Decor.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/maude-decors-patricia-baun-floors-with.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217757140","modified_date":"1217757140","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","datetime":"Aug 3, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2feefd04de91753a":{"eid":"2feefd04de91753a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UK Artist Barnaby Bradford's Sick & Twisted Ceramics","utc_ts":"1217833200","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover<\/a>Above: Imposter!<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful<\/a>Above: French Kiss<\/a>Above: J'adore Le Coq D'or<\/a>Above: Stick That On You Tube!<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>You may already be familiar with some of these:<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise Bernardaud<\/a> is hosting an exhibition entitled Petits bouleversements au centre de la table (Minor revolutions at the center of the table).His website<\/a>contact info:Barnaby Barfordmob: +44 (0) 7870 643476e-mail:info@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>press@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/uk-artist-barnaby-bradfords-sick.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217843983","modified_date":"1217843983","type":"","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","location":"Japan","datetime":"Aug 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"324a9502f2abb75e":{"eid":"324a9502f2abb75e","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"All The Olympic Posters Throughout History & The Story Behind Those 5 Rings","utc_ts":"1217919600","descrptn":"The 2008 Olympiad games begin this week in Beijing and so I thought I'd take this opportunity to share with you some fun Olympic design history as well as some present Olympic design-related news all this week. Today we'll start with the Olympic Posters, and the meaning behind the five rings.The very first Olympiad Games \"poster\"<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale here<\/a> on August 5. Approved by the International Olympic Committee, each set contains 25 posters, covering every edition of the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2004.<\/a>Printed on acid-free paper, each poster measures 500mm X 700mm.Buy them here<\/a> after August 5th.<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. Read it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/update-italian-designer-fabio-novembres.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","location":"Italy","datetime":"Aug 8, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 8, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a46dc234355ab3":{"eid":"01a46dc234355ab3","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jackson Clements Burrows' Cape Schanck House","utc_ts":"1218524400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: basement<\/a>Above: ground floor<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Pty Ltd Architects<\/strong><\/a>Location: Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia<\/strong>Project Team: Tim Jackson, Jon Clements, Graham Burrows, Kim Stapleton, George Fortey, Brett Nixon<\/strong>Design duration: 12 months<\/strong>Construction duration: 18 months<\/strong>Landscape: Site Office Landscape Architects<\/strong>Mechanical: Griepink & Ward Pty Ltd <\/strong>Structural: Adams Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd<\/strong>Contractor: BD Projects<\/strong>Constructed Area: 400 sqm<\/strong>Photographs: John Gollings<\/strong>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/jackson-clements-burrows-cape-schanck.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"258e8784784f6ab2":{"eid":"258e8784784f6ab2","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? These Chazelle Fireplaces Are Hot.","utc_ts":"1219302000","descrptn":"Chazelle fireplaces -- Chemin\u00e9es de Chazelle - offer a large range of enclosed fireplaces varying from rustic and traditional to modern and streamlined. Using materials like traditional stone, blue stone, granite, cement, metals and woods, they have wall mounted, inset, and traditional fireplaces that are as hot looking as they are functional. Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. 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Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? Here I am, rockin' the runway!<\/a><\/a>Go ahead, you know you wanna do it!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/hp-laptop-gets-fashion-makeover-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221272328","modified_date":"1221272328","type":"feed","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","location":"China","datetime":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"06636a76f6582422":{"eid":"06636a76f6582422","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BA DA \"BLING\": Hip Hop's Crown Jewels Go Up For Auction","utc_ts":"1221375600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Missy Elliot's diamond clad turntable ring will be auctioned.<\/a>Phillips de Pury & Company Presents \u201cHip Hop\u2019s Crown Jewels\u201d, the First Auction of Historic Hip Hop Jewelry, Pioneering a New Collecting Category. Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319Valencia CA 91354The photos in this post are courtesy of Michael Jantzen , arcspace and world architecture.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/m-vironments-m-velopes-m-house-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223723771","modified_date":"1223723771","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4545385460c4f23b":{"eid":"4545385460c4f23b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Confederate Motorcycles: Raw, Rugged, Rebellious & Rare (and rockin' design)","utc_ts":"1223794800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Rosita Missoni and her son, LucaRosita and her husband Ottavio Missoni were at the helm of Missoni SpA for 50 years, together creating a unique, inimitable that\u2019s admired all over the world. In 1997 she handed the reigns over to her sons Vittorio and Luca and, for fashion, her daughter Angela, and has since devoted herself exclusively to the](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SEHNsmk1YsI\/AAAAAAAAOM0\/puMa-5qWUDc\/s1600-h\/luca_missoni.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Tanya Agui\u00f1iga (b.1978) is a Los Angeles based furniture designer\/maker raised in Tijuana, Mexico. Tanya\u2019s work is informed by border experiences: the interconnectedness of societies, the beauty in struggle and the celebration of culture. She uses furniture as a way to translate emotions into a three dimensional objects and tell stories trough color and touch. Her work encourages users to reconsider the objects they use on a daily basis by creating work that explores an objects\u2019 unseen aspect, such as half chairs that rely on the wall to function and whose image is only complete as its shadow is cast upon the wall.Hand felted Folding Chairs:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELil2k1ZVI\/AAAAAAAAOR8\/oWzuLdx3Las\/s1600-h\/tanyapic.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>She has also dedicated much of her time to using art as a vehicle for community empowerment. She has been a member of Border Art Workshop BAW\/TAF, a bi-national artist collaborative for ten years. Through BAW\/TAF she helped to build and run a community center in an impoverished area of Tijuana built on trash from the US. For the 6 years she worked there, she focused on bringing national and international attention to the community\u2019s plight through arts only based programs.The P Tree:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELjNGk1ZZI\/AAAAAAAAOSc\/qFM3f1GwmJQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+21.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>In the US, she worked on diversifying audiences through arts education at the San Diego Museum of Art and at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum through outreach programs. She has also done a great deal of work for migrant rights through art installations across Mexico and the US.The Embrace Lounge:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELmxGk1ZnI\/AAAAAAAAOUM\/bxgjbBt4IfQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+27.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Tanya is now working on ways to combine furniture design and community activism. Her formal education includes a BA in Furniture Design from San Diego State University and an MFA in Furniture Design from the Rhode Island School of Design.The Mo\u00f1o Table:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELlG2k1ZkI\/AAAAAAAAOT0\/sWhg8sDCOfo\/s1600-h\/Picture+9.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>She was recently awarded a prestigious United States Artists Fellowship and was named a USA Target Fellow in the field of Crafts and Traditional Arts. Her work has been exhibited from Mexico City to Milan and included in major international publications such as Wallpaper magazine and \u201cPure Design, Objects of Desire\u201d published by Monsa Editions in Spain.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SELmHGk1ZmI\/AAAAAAAAOUE\/H-yilztXGYc\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Choose your canvas: the 8-hole or the 14-hole boot. Use pens, use paint, use whatever. Use your imagination. They've provided some tools](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExUdasw34I\/AAAAAAAAOtU\/rs7ndRIR1qs\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Or if you want, you can use your own tools and templates. They will have two winners. One voted for by the people. The other chosen by their panel of industry insiders. You enter it. They\u2019ll actually make them. You\u2019ll see them in shops. Worldwide.Last year's winners available for purchase:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExfHKsw36I\/AAAAAAAAOtk\/Pg7yc6Ti9kE\/s1600-h\/designaboot.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Klaus MaertensDr. Martens is the stuff of legends. It all began near Munich, Germany in 1945 when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during the healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he constructed soles that had air trapped within closed compartments. He showed his prototype to his engineer\/inventor friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes. Not only did the shoe solve the doctor\u2019s immediate problem, but it also started to sell well in Germany.On April 1st, 1960, the famous eight-hole Dr. Martens boot \u2013 the so-called 1460 was born. This was followed by the 1914 with its 14-holes. Both of these boots were immediately embraced as a working-class essential across the UK.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExlDKsw3_I\/AAAAAAAAOuM\/VtRTe4HHg_A\/s1600-h\/Klaus_Maertens.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>But then something incredible started to happen. Like some viral infection, the postmen, factory workers and transport unions who had initially bought the boot by the thousand, were joined by the rejects, outcasts and rebels from the fringes of society. At first, it was the working-classes; before long it was the masses.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExl46sw4AI\/AAAAAAAAOuU\/HQrWIWDqDcM\/s1600-h\/mods.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Skinheads were the first subculture to adopt the boot in the early 1960s. They were followed by nearly all the tribes that emerged over the next four decades: Mods, glam rockers, punks, ska, psychobillies, grebos, goths, industrialists, nu-metal, hardcore, straight-edge, grunge, Britpop, emo\u2026 etc.Subcultures are exactly that \u2013 outside of mainstream culture \u2013 true to form these disparate \u2018tribes\u2019 rapidly began customising the boots: hot knifing, spraying, cutting, painting, deliberately roughing them up or obsessively polishing them to a luminous shine.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExmcqsw4DI\/AAAAAAAAOus\/ahphvppSo6g\/s1600-h\/psychobilly_couple_at_party.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>High fashion has similarly messed around with the core design in order to include the famous boot in their collections over the last 50 years. Designers who have produced their own unique customisations include Manolo Blahnik, Jean Paul Gaultier, Vivian Westwood, Gareth Pugh and most recently Yohji Yamamoto.Regardless of whether it was a street tribe, musician or fashion legend who was personalising this iconic footwear, the common denominator was the \u2018person\u2019, the individual, the creative streak that lies deep within every Dr. Martens wearer. No marketing was ever needed, or used, to create this cycle of invention, and as such this forged a purity that has made the boot one of the most recognisable symbols of creativity and rebellion purely through the people who\u2019ve worn them.We will be forever indebted to the people who have made us what we are today and continue to do so by using Dr. Martens boots as a blank canvas for their own relentless creativity.above photos and information courtesy of dr. martens](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExmQ6sw4CI\/AAAAAAAAOuk\/nxQm4HSYKq0\/s1600-h\/punk_on_skateboard.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Now in its seventh year, Village Care of New York's annual \"Tulips and Pansies: The Headdress Affair\" is not your average benefit fashion show - pair New York's top florists with the city's most creative fashion designers, and the end result? Floral headdresses akin to wearable rooftop gardens, that are so outrageous and over-the-top they could be their own float in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif.Take a look:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExGCKsw3dI\/AAAAAAAAOp8\/C9CD8qh-sEU\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>above: host James Aguiar\"It smells amazing, the girls look amazing and the drag queens look amazing!\" said Richie Rich, who participated in the show last year with a \u201cbig flying saucer floral concoction.\u201d](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExDPKsw3NI\/AAAAAAAAOn8\/EUIw0r6I4lw\/s1600-h\/host+james+aguiar.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Though working with fresh flowers is no easy feat (\"They don\u2019t last! You\u2019re trying to get them on, either sew them or with the glue gun, but the glue gun melts the flowers, and they wilt. It\u2019s like an 'America's Next Top Model' challenge!\" explained Richie Rich), it didn\u2019t stop the designers from dreaming up headdress that challenged gravity and gave a whole new meaning to the famous sixties song lyric, \"If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair.\"](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExJgasw3rI\/AAAAAAAAOrs\/qkfotlKtXkk\/s1600-h\/FWD104_tulips_pansies.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>From a corset constructed entirely of pussy willow buds resembling tiny pearls by Empress 22 Charlene Chivoe of Imperial Court of New York (in collaboration with Tara McInerney of Morningside Greenhouse) to long garlands of flowers delicately woven into the model's hair in Cynthia Steffe and Renny and Reed's bohemian headdress, the results were varied, but for the five judges \u2013 Patrick McDonald, Alison Berlin, Maggie Norris, Frank Di Caro and Richie Rich \u2013 there were some clear stand-outs.The judges named four winners \u2013 \"Most Outrageous\" went to Empress 13 Anne Tique of Imperial Court of New York in collaboration with Brian Fischer of Morningside Greenhouse for their enormous headdress featuring pencil cactus, orchids, peony petals and tillandesis; \"Most Beautiful\" was Alexis Bittar and Flowers Rock\u2019s Victorian Cyber Goth creation; \"Most Original\" went to FORM New York and Aristocratic by Tammy's white orchid and blue ostrich feather design and \"Most Engaging\" was awarded to the biggest headdress of the evening, Betsey Johnson and David Tutera\u2019s \"pussy willow chapeau\" with irises, petal brim and grass construction.here are some fun backstage shots for you:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExLFasw3vI\/AAAAAAAAOsM\/BUisrZaoy_c\/s1600-h\/FWD106_tulips_pansies.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>image sources: Fashion Wear Daily\/wire image\/getty images.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/06\/tulips-and-pansies-headdress-affair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExDEqsw3MI\/AAAAAAAAOn0\/M_84dpMA3c0\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"6","day":"9","hour":"14","minute":"1","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1213041831","modified_date":"1213041831","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jun 9, 2008 2:01 PM","disp_date":"Jun 9, 2008 7:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3f44378a526f685a":{"eid":"3f44378a526f685a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BREAKING NEWS: iphone 2.0 release date delayed until July.","utc_ts":"1213040160","descrptn":"](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SExJuasw3sI\/AAAAAAAAOr0\/bcJukAx3f_0\/s1600-h\/FWD132_model_backstage.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Hot off the presses:WWDC: iPhone 2.0 release slated for early Julyby Brian Chen, Macworld.comJun 9, 2008 11:14 amFrom MacworldApple will delay the release of the iPhone 2.0 software until early July. But when the firmware does ship, it will offer plenty of new features for iPhone and iPod touch users.Apple announced the new release date for the iPhone 2.0 update as part of a demonstration of the software during Steve Jobs\u2019 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote presentation on Monday. Originally, Apple had expected to release iPhone 2.0 in late June.When it does ship, the software will introduce a host of new features. The iPhone will add a contact search that allows users to enter a name and instantly find who they\u2019re looking for. Full iWork document support lets users view Pages, Numbers, and Keynote documents. Apple also will offer full support for Microsoft Office documents, including PowerPoint presentations.iPhone 2.0 adds much sought-after bulk delete and move capabilities to its Mail application. Mail users will be able to save images from e-mails into their Photo Library.Apple will also add parental control features, allowing parents to turn off explicit content, YouTube, iTunes Store, and the forthcoming App Store.As announced when Apple first unveiled its iPhone 2.0 plans in March, the software update is free for iPhone users. iPod touch users can update to the firmware for $9.99.In addition to outlining iPhone 2.0 features, Apple executives also profiled the iPhone software development kit that allows developers to build native apps for the phone. In a 33-minute demonstration during Monday\u2019s keynote, a steady stream of developers showed off the games and apps that will be available via the App Store later this summer. Companies demonstrating their wares included Sega, Loopt, Pangea Software, TypePad, Cow Music, and Modality.\u201cWe think we have a fantastic platform here for people to build incredible applications,\u201d said Scott Forstall, Apple senior vice president of iPhone software.Jobs also spoke about the enterprise features in the iPhone 2.0 update, highlighting many of the capabilities first showcased at his March demo. New enterprise features will include push e-mail, push contacts, push calendars auto-discovery of Microsoft Exchange servers.As this article went to press, the keynote was continuing. We\u2019ll have more information on iPhone 2.0 as it becomes available.---------------------------------------------------------------------------and from](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE2IEasw4KI\/AAAAAAAAOvk\/FBMWRD2yV68\/s1600-h\/Picture+5.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>\u201cThe success of the exclusive diamond-studded clothing item that we designed together with Gianfranco Ferr\u00e9 prompted us to partner and manufacture other unique items such as these elegant electronic goods\u201d, said Kemp.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFBJIasw5AI\/AAAAAAAAO2U\/mQsw6wkIkKk\/s1600-h\/dalumi_gfferre.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The LG Disk on Key is made up of diamonds from Dalumi mounted in white gold and is valued at $10,000, while the Ricoh Capilo R5 digital camera includes over 200 diamonds, also embedded in white gold, and is priced at $25,000.The camera and flash drive will be displayed at high-profile, luxury goods exhibitions around the world and will be auctioned at the end of the year, with the entirety of the proceeds going to the](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFBIrKsw4_I\/AAAAAAAAO2M\/NkjofTaL5V4\/s1600-h\/Dalumi_LG_flash-drive.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Saks Fifth Avenue has begun Beauty Splash, a program that sells, exclusively, these limited edition](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFE6Eqsw5mI\/AAAAAAAAO7E\/5lQsdITh3wA\/s1600-h\/Picture+45.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Jemal Wright Bath Designs is unlikely to be mentioned in the same sentence as the words neutral, monochrome or tradition. Far from it. Jemal Wright Bath Designs are bright, bold and blingy. The kind of toilets you'd refer to as a commode rather than a crapper.The designs consist of two lines of bathroom furnishings; The Chromeozone\u2122 and the Isis\u2122.The pieces in the Chromeozone\u2122 collection start with a chrome plated porcelain base to which dyes are added retaining the metallic sheen of chrome while adding flexibility of color:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFnlrDKIj5I\/AAAAAAAAPJk\/iQq9YNvqb8E\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The ISIS\u2122 collection has the same chromed and dyed porcelain but come partially or completely handset with Swarovski crystals. You can add crystal studded flushing handles, screw caps and lid. Or you can have the entire commode handset with crystals:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFng1DKIjuI\/AAAAAAAAPIM\/pj00NTrDC6A\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Each piece is finished with the studio's signature logo and is numbered and recorded for authenticity:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFngbzKIjrI\/AAAAAAAAPH0\/dh3od1EU5RA\/s1600-h\/Picture+15.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>With one of these in your home, I guess you'd have to excuse yourself to go to the jemal rather than the john.Jemal Wright Bath Designs1007 S 21st. Ave.Hollywood, FL 33020phone: 786.597.3661email:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SFngoTKIjsI\/AAAAAAAAPH8\/MzYdt5OPJo8\/s1600-h\/Picture+13.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>EICHLERS: A Modern VisionNEW PAINTINGS by DANNY HELLERSunday, June 22 \u2013 July 31](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5i9zKIlEI\/AAAAAAAAPS8\/oljGc8IY6p4\/s1600-h\/Picture+3.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above : artist Danny HellerIn his first show, Los Angeles painter Danny Heller captured views of suburbia. This new exhibition features the homes popularized by the California developer Joseph Eichler.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5jMzKIlGI\/AAAAAAAAPTI\/l0Zp_iDayRY\/s1600-h\/Danny+Heller_and_his_painting.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>To learn about Joseph Eichler and his home designs,](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/R2Gg0rUOr6I\/AAAAAAAAGvA\/PtHQ2PSVxeU\/s1600-h\/eichler_logo.gif\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Rather than a portrait of the overall house, Danny Heller\u2019s eye finds a path to a door, a fa\u00e7ade\u2019s strict geometry of right angles, or the wonderful triangles of a carport. The atriums become vehicles for catching light as well as an invitation to living.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5kJDKIlII\/AAAAAAAAPTY\/SV5TGqx7x4Q\/s1600-h\/eichler_with_stepping_stones_1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>In Heller\u2019s vision, a light in a garage or the glimpse of forms seen through translucent glass become as magical as dusk behind Italian cypresses.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5nKjKIlRI\/AAAAAAAAPUg\/NTN37_6Aw00\/s1600-h\/eichler_carport_interior_1.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Looking at elements to frame and sculpt, Danny Heller\u2019s paintings hint at the complexity of the designs and offer of symmetry, poise and beauty, all in the context of Southern California, that make Eichlers special.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF5lczKIlNI\/AAAAAAAAPUA\/PTv816mjb-4\/s1600-h\/eichler_house_with_red_door.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nCuckoo, Punk Peacock, Delirium, Flutterlicious and Macbeth are just a few of the fun names Johanna Basford has given to her unique and beautiful wallpapers. The multi talented Scottish designer has a way with names as well as with flora and fauna. Her hand printed and hand painted wallpapers (both custom and studio collection) are simply fabulous. In addition to those, she makes ceramics, limited edition prints, lampshades and some unusual items all of which incorporate her simultaneously delicate and bold designs.\n\n](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKNXjKImGI\/AAAAAAAAPbI\/ZzPFq0_l9KQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+42.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\n\nTalented and super productive, she was the recipient of Elle's Decoration Design Award for the best in bedrooms in 2007. Below are some of her amazing creations, with the descriptions furnished from Johanna.\n\nBespoke Collection of Wallpaper\n\nPunk Peacock, Bespoke Collection - digitally printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKV8zKImPI\/AAAAAAAAPcQ\/9zfj5Bwu_j0\/s1600-h\/Picture+20.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Johanna's first exploration into digital printing. A twist on tradition, this interpretation of the \u2018bird amongst the blossoms\" print, features pairs of ornamental peacocks, perched amidst giant, oversized foliage and flowers, in a dramatic black on white, super-wide wallpaper. Not for the fainthearted, this bold, 1.2 meter wide print packs an eye-watering visual punch.\n\nDelirium, Bespoke Collection - hand printed and embellished with Swarovski Crystals:\n](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKNsDKImII\/AAAAAAAAPbY\/Xpgzzjak5aY\/s1600-h\/punkpeacock.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Richly inked hand printed wallpaper, studded with Swarovski Crystals. This paper features layers of swirling botanics and decorative flourishes, silk screen printed in gloss black, pearly metallics, flashes of crisp silver lacquer and hand embellished with world-famous Swarovski Crystals.\n\nMidnight Butterfly, Bespoke Collection - hand printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKZpDKImVI\/AAAAAAAAPdA\/WybPmceVs7g\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: A truly exquisite wallpaper, perfect for hanging in panels in place of traditional artwork. Delicate, inky layers of black on black floral and butterfly motifs are over printed with gold lacquered detail and further embellished with hand drawing. Paper-cut and gold leaf butterfly silhouettes flutter from the paper at intervals. Each panel is accompanied with 5 gold leaf butterflies, to be sited on install to catch the light or draw attention to a particular feature. Further gold leaf butterflies available on request.\n\nCuckoo, Bespoke Collection - hand painted:\n](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKZADKImTI\/AAAAAAAAPcw\/A4QmT00rwr8\/s1600-h\/midnight+butterfly.jpeg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Delicate gold lacquered cuckoo clock, surrounded by rambling foliage and layered over a glossy black on black silhouette. A unique piece merging ornate decoration with functional design. Battery operated clock mechanism (single AA battery required)\n\nStudio Collection of Wallpapers:\n\nCrazy Botanic, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKaPjKImYI\/AAAAAAAAPdY\/BDiIX9nHM6U\/s1600-h\/Picture+7.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Delicate tangles of imagined botanics, a-flutter with butterflies and lady bugs form densely decorative spheres of foliage, each interlinked with a single entwined vine.\nAvailable in the color options shown above.\n\nFlutterlicious, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKbDzKImaI\/AAAAAAAAPdo\/lfCGT5lxttw\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: A truly sumptuous wallpaper; hundreds of delicately hand drawn butterflies, silk screen printed in rich gold lacquer or pearly hot pink. Stunning in single panels or stretched out across a feature wall.\n\nBella, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKcDjKImeI\/AAAAAAAAPeI\/Rv6YhOUOoJo\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Simple, yet delicately ornate; topiary-inspired spheres of foliage and blossoms, interlaced with love birds and butterflies, hand printed in pearly hues of aqua green onto spearmint or crisp white. Also available as a print.\n\nPeking, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKdpTKImgI\/AAAAAAAAPeY\/yT7psZKbfm8\/s1600-h\/Picture+15.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Orient-inspired opulence; circular motifs featuring ornamental peacocks and butterflies encircled with exotic blossoms and foliage, each adjoined with a decorative band of flourishes. Available in the color options shown above.\n\nMacbeth, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKgoTKImjI\/AAAAAAAAPew\/Vjsul58OhEs\/s1600-h\/Picture+23.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: A deliciously dark, gothic-inspired wallpaper. In a twist to Johanna's usual of feminine florals, tangles of botanics and serpents twist their way through skeletons, spider's webs and ram's skulls.\n\nDamask, Studio Collection - Limited Edition:\n](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKkUTKImsI\/AAAAAAAAPf4\/Ost3nP-md0o\/s1600-h\/Picture+28.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: Elegant flora intricately laced together forming a shaped motif. Printed in limited edition print runs in two colour palettes, Western Isle Stone, a crisp, slate blue on white and Shortbread, warm biscuity beige onto a creamy rice-pudding ground.\n\nInsectiana, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKg_TKImkI\/AAAAAAAAPe4\/kYmsP90VHo0\/s1600-h\/Picture+24.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\nAbove: A wallpaper with hidden depths. On close inspection, this styled print reveals a treasure of entomology gems; an inky, Victorian-inspired motif encases intricate drawings of beasties, butterflies and bumble bees. Available in white on black or black on white. Also available as a print.\n\nParlour, Studio Collection - Hand Printed:\n](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKhmjKImmI\/AAAAAAAAPfI\/Ce5EFqr54Z0\/s1600-h\/Picture+27.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>\nAbove: Inspired by glamorous 50's show girls, with a hint of art nouveau opulence, this cheeky wallpaper is a must for boudoirs and powder rooms.\n\nHer \"glow' wallpaper seems to be a project that I hope becomes a reality:\n](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGKixTKImoI\/AAAAAAAAPfY\/PrqpwKY9AK4\/s1600-h\/parlor.jpeg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\n\nAbout Johanna (the following is her bio from her site):\nInspired by her upbringing on a small fish farm in rural Scotland, much of Johanna's work has roots in the flora and fauna that she has grown up with. Her boundless imagination and passion for drawing, took her to Art School in Dundee, where she graduated with a first honours degree in Printed Textiles in 2005. Having dabbled with the of moving to London to work in a commercial studio, Johanna decided the concrete clad city sapped her creativity. Driven by a passion to create beautiful work of the highest possible calibre, Johanna set up her small Scottish studio creating distinctively different hand drawn motifs in her signature black and white palette. In addition to creating her own collection of hand printed wallpapers which now adorn the walls of commercial and residential spaces across the globe, Johanna has created work for a variety of clients such as DKNY, Heals and The Crafts Council at the Victoria and Albert Museum.Her products are available at several UK stores and some overseas stores,](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGZwyzKInSI\/AAAAAAAAPko\/fJT0ZeymhmY\/s1600-h\/glow+wallpaper.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The New 2008 Victory Vision Street Premium BikeA new generation of an American luxury-touring motorcycle that takes modern and comfort as far as it\u2019s ever been. The chassis is long & low with remarkable balance & maneuverability. The seat, floorboards, controls, and modern design are engineered for optimal riding comfort, while a new 106-cubic-inch Freedom\u00ae V-Twin\u2122 with 6-speed overdrive produces smooth, powerful performance.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGUW_TKInJI\/AAAAAAAAPjg\/25WWEX2AjxI\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Talk about an interesting way to promote a city! This engaging Paris Treasure Hunt (tr\u00e9sors de paris) is a lot more interesting than your typical Tourism Board advertising. Last year, the 2007 event had more than 15,000 participants.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGpQszKIpgI\/AAAAAAAAP3A\/LhEViysDCtk\/s1600-h\/Picture+4.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGpAvjKIpcI\/AAAAAAAAP1o\/_jEq_8AOS2k\/s1600-h\/indice_dans_le_mur_chasse_aux_tr_sors_jpg.jpeg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: The landing page of the websitetr\u00e9sors de paris gives visitors (and even locals) a chance to discover secret passages, unknown streets and hidden gardens in the 3e, 6e, 13e and 18e arrondissements. just sign up (it's free) with up to six of your friends, and receive clues and mysteries to help you navigate the maze of Paris streets. Lost? Stop and ask the paris \"characters\" for help. There are fabulous prizes for the winner: access to a secret cabaret, a night in a five-star hotel and dinner at a top restaurant. With many treasure hunts throughout the year, each one is themed to fit your interests. The theme on july 5th is ecology and sustainable development.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGo95TKIpaI\/AAAAAAAAP1Y\/TpFhkYJfASI\/s1600-h\/Picture+2.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The rules:<\/b>Come and hunt Paris treasures. The treasure hunt is free and open to all. You can enrol here or in front of the town hall of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts on July 5th. The surreal adventure organized by Paris City Hall will be a unique way to discover the city, its secrets and its inhabitants.You can hunt for the treasures alone or with friends (6 max). On your way, you will need to use your brain, your intuition, your observation skills, and you'll have to be brave. Navigating in the maze of Paris streets, the treasure hunters will have to ask mysterious Paris characters for some clues.The treasure hunters will also get a feel for the authentic heart of Paris: meeting shop keepers, craftsmen and artists or discovering little-known places like hidden gardens, narrow streets and secret passages.Paris treasure hunt will start at 10 AM and will end at 3.30 PM, on the 5th of July 2008.<\/strong> In order to play the contestants have to register on this website <\/strong><\/a> in advance or in front of the 3rd, 6th, 13th, 18th, 19th districts town halls.Registration is free and open to everyone.<\/strong>The enigmas (clues in the form of questions) will be given to the treasure hunters, the 5th of July 2008 between 10 AM and 1 PM. There will be a treasure hunt with different winners in each of the districts.The treasure will not be timed. However, the closing time of the game is set at 3.30 PM. The winners will be determined at random by drawing lots amongst the teams that finish before closing time.Game Mechanics :<\/strong>Several enigmas (clues\/ questions), following different itineraries, will be distributed at random to the contestants. All the courses of a district will converge toward the same ending. Every member of a team will receive the same enigmas. By following the enigma, the contestants will be guided toward several neighbourhood of Paris where strange characters will be awaiting them to challenge them to trials of wits, humour, taste, scent and who knows what? If they succeed they will win clues that will take the form of bits of paper.At the end, the contestants will have to use their clues to solve a final enigma, which will lead them to the arrival place. There, the contestants will be asked to put a coupon with their name and the phone number where they can be reached in France, in a ballot box.The final challenge :<\/strong>At the arrival point, in order to increase their chances to win, the contestants will have to answer a question about the course they just finished. If they answer it right, they will be able to put extra coupons in the ballot box.Prizes:<\/strong>There will be winners in each of the five districts.The prizes include :an access to the secret Paris Cabaret, which opens only once a year, dinners in top Paris restaurants, nights in chic Paris hotels, special \u201cParis tours\u201d showing the mysterious side of the city.Pour plus d'informations (For more information)<\/strong>Contactez Ma Langue Au Chat \u2013Tel. : 33.1.44 92.93.94 \u2013 facteur@tresorsdeparis.fr<\/a>This event was organized by Mairie De Paris.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/paris-treasure-hunt-ooh-la-la.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGpQszKIpgI\/AAAAAAAAP3A\/LhEViysDCtk\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"11","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:11 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:11 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2cf9710286a4c012":{"eid":"2cf9710286a4c012","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sutherland + Starck = Robinwood Deluxe","utc_ts":"1215006000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Sutherland<\/a>, the Texas-based outdoor furniture company has collaborated with designer Philippe Starck to create this collection of outdoor teak and aluminum furniture.<\/a>The Robinwood Deluxe collection, named after the rebel Robin Hood with each piece in the collection named after one of the members of the merry band of thieves, consists of 26 pieces.<\/a>Combining Philippe Starck's minimal with outdoor materials results in a functional and beautiful line of furniture.<\/a><\/a>There are some real standouts and unexpected pieces like a canopied bed, rocking chair, one armed barstool and highback sofa:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>as well as standards like tables, dining chairs and chaise-longues:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In addition to the actual furniture, the collection is promoted with a charming illustrated piece telling the 'story' of the furniture and the providence of the name. Here are a few images from the piece:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the mini-site and learn more here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sutherland-starck-robinwood-deluxe.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGgAtjKIoUI\/AAAAAAAAPs4\/Vdm25OuCxFI\/s400\/Picture+4.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"2","hour":"13","minute":"40","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215027800","modified_date":"1215027800","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 2, 2008 1:40 PM","disp_date":"Jul 2, 2008 6:40 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"384a58b1bc4c7a26":{"eid":"384a58b1bc4c7a26","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"(Untitled)","utc_ts":"1215234240","descrptn":"<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/blog-post.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SG_T0zKIsAI\/AAAAAAAAQLo\/8G3EcJM0ZEg\/s400\/linkreminder.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"5","minute":"4","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 5:04 AM","disp_date":"Jul 4, 2008 10:04 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1befadf5db96df9d":{"eid":"1befadf5db96df9d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Air Conditioning Worth Framing: Art Cool by LG","utc_ts":"1215266400","descrptn":"Art Cool by LG is the latest household appliance to masquerade as art. First it was speakers (see the post on Artcoustic here<\/a>), then Two Eye's cool concealed televisions, the R4 (see them here<\/a>) and now, air conditioners. Cool, huh?<\/a><\/a>This wall mountable or freestanding frame type air conditioner can hold a photo or piece of artwork (even wallpaper) of the customer's choice, so what my look like a piece of art is actually a functioning air conditioner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>ART COOL is LG's premium, design-oriented air conditioner series, which also includes renditions of art pieces by famous painters, as well as a unique picture frame model that allows users to modify and customize the unit with their own artwork or photography. The series helps to transform household appliances such as air conditioners into stylish objects of art.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: model LA091CNPMuch like the traditional LG ART COOL series, the new ART COOL Inverter line features a slim interior, wall-mounted evaporator that can be fit to enhance the end user's decor.Every trimming has been added to the refined ARTCOOL series, including the NEO Plasma Air Purifying System, Gold Fin, and new features like Auto Clean.<\/a><\/a>The units feature designer color finishes to complement any home decor, including the standard mirror finish and optional panel colors such as an organic cream white, art flower gold and snow flower white. The outdoor condensing unit provides quiet operation, making it neighbor-friendly.<\/a>ARTCOOL MIRROR:If you'd prefer a wall mirror over a framed piece of art or photo, there is the Artcool Mirror. The romantic pastel colors, subdued luster, modern texture and the super slim design of LG Art Cool Mirror make it suitable for many interiors.<\/a>Optional art cool panel choices:<\/a> <\/a>You can find LG artcool where LG products are sold.The LG Global site<\/a>LG USA<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/air-conditioning-worth-framing-art-cool.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE75IKsw42I\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/wqu3Hf5UaW8\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"5","hour":"14","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215330538","modified_date":"1215330538","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 5, 2008 2:00 PM","disp_date":"Jul 5, 2008 7:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"094b198c8dc00d52":{"eid":"094b198c8dc00d52","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"First Music, then Clothes, Jewelry and Sunglasses. And Now, Pharrell Williams Is Removing Tatts and Designing Furniture.","utc_ts":"1215434160","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Pharrell Williams<\/a> is an Emmy award-winning producer, frontman for N.E.R.D.<\/a>, founder of A Bathing Ape\/ Bape brand<\/a>, clothing lines Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream<\/a> (I do so love his astronaut jeans, shown below)<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Pharrell's astronaut jeans for BBCA Fashion icon as well, Pharrell was named Best Dressed Man in 2005 by Esquire magazine and was one of the faces in Louis Vuitton's 2006 ad campaign.<\/a>He has also designed a line of Louis Vuitton jewelry and sunglasses:<\/a>Above: Pharrell's Blason line for LV.<\/a>Above: His sunglasses for LVBut he's not stopping there. In addition to the latest breaking news that he plans some innovative tattoo removal<\/a>, he's now designing furniture- at least a chair or two. And ugly furniture at that (sorry, Pharrell).<\/a>Pharrell Williams designed the Perspective chair in collaboration with Domeau & P\u00e9r\u00e8s<\/a> who are manufacturing the piece and will be making the additional chairs.<\/a>The chair, as well as another chair design and a table will be part of a show in Paris at the prestigious Emmanuel Perrotin Galerie<\/a>. The show will be from October 21st 2008 until January 10th 2009. The chairs will be available in a few colors and only 4 of each will be sold. The chair, as explained by Pharrell, represents the love between a woman and man.<\/a>When asked about the design, Pharrell says \u201cI had often wondered what it\u2019s like to truly be in love, not lust for once.. So I decided not to ask what it was like in someone else\u2019s shoes or what it was like to sit in their seat.. I decided to sketch out my own experiment; the perspective chair.\u201dLocation of the exhibition: 10, impasse Saint Claude 75003 ParisNext up for Pharrell? World Domination :)http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/first-music-then-clothes-jewelry-and.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHEEBDKItQI\/AAAAAAAAQVo\/QrmSJ11bt6w\/s400\/2662_i2_pharrell_williams02.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"12","minute":"36","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 12:36 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 5:36 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"43b1d0cc18deb600":{"eid":"43b1d0cc18deb600","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"POP go the days of the week: The Bubble Calendar","utc_ts":"1215439020","descrptn":"<\/a>Available either in horizontal or vertical formats as well as either printed upon paper or thick acetate, the 2009 Bubble Calendar by 'experience' designer Stephen Turbek <\/a> costs $29.95 (paper) and $49.95 (acetate) and will let you burst your way through the year.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>source<\/a>Design copyright 2008,2009 Bubble CalendarDue to manufacturing processes out of our control, some bubbles may fail to inflate. We rigorously inspect each calendar to avoid this, but if your calendar arrives with more than one bubble popped or flat, let us know within the first two weeks and we'll exchange it. Plastic calendars may have some subtle natural streaking in the acetate backing.Bubble Calendar is not affiliated with the Bubblewrap brand, which is trademarked by Sealed Air corporation.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/pop-go-days-of-week-bubble-calendar.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHIiAzKIt7I\/AAAAAAAAQbA\/MLJXpAT9C10\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"7","hour":"13","minute":"57","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215516320","modified_date":"1215516320","type":"feed","specificity":"n","datetime":"Jul 7, 2008 1:57 PM","disp_date":"Jul 7, 2008 6:57 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"032fa65ebd2bc2ab":{"eid":"032fa65ebd2bc2ab","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"McLaren & Mercedes Last Collaboration: Limited Edition Topless Carbon Plastic Bodied SLR","utc_ts":"1215525000","descrptn":"<\/a>Before going separate ways, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren have decided to produce one final edition of the SLR. it's super fast, lightweight and painted as ugly as possible.<\/a>According to reports from the German car magazine, Auto Motor und Sport (who captured first shots of this car under testing), this special SLR will come with neither roof nor windscreen, as a result of weight-shaving measures to trim its curb weight by about 200 kg (or about 440 pounds).\"The concluding SLR will feature an open-air only construction. Gone is the roof; gone is the windscreen - a small wind deflector will be the singular element between the SLR's occupants and the great outdoors. To reduce weight, a carbon plastic body will be used, while air conditioning and power windows will both be abandoned as well. The result in a weight savings of some 200 kilograms, enough to help the model reach 186 mph from a standstill in 26 seconds and achieve a top speed of 217.5 mph.\"<\/a>This means that only a small wind deflector stands between the driver and the ferocity of the wind, as the speedster tosses the countryside behind in a possible breakneck top speed of 350 km\/h (or 217 mph). That's about 8 mph more than the latest SLR 722 Edition.<\/a>Above: the engineThe model is said to have been inspired by Rudolf Uhlenhaut\u2019s legendary 300 SL in 1955, and earned the famous moniker Silver Arrow.:<\/a>Above: the 1955 300 SL, the \"Silver Arrow\"Only 75 of these lightweight cars will be produced.Below is a spy video of the automobile:If you read German, here's the original source article.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/mclaren-mercedes-last-collaboration.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHJAFDKIuBI\/AAAAAAAAQbw\/5Wz7_KfWkgE\/s400\/2nL37RYweaIPBA_450x300.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"8","hour":"13","minute":"50","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215603038","modified_date":"1215603038","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"150e828466b9067c":{"eid":"150e828466b9067c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Make That New iPhone Even Hipper! Ways to Pimp The 3G iPhone","utc_ts":"1215673200","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Okay, so it's not news that Apple's eagerly anticipated 3G iPhone (or iPhone 2.0) goes on sale tomorrow. Many thousands of people will be anxiously awaiting their new gadget and signing up for phone plans as though they've never before had a phone.So, how do you make yours more hip than everyone else's? Customize that sucker! And here are a few ways to do it and links to all the places:Make it a fun color at Colorware:<\/a><\/a>Colorware<\/a>Or buy from Continetal Mobile's Vivid Color Collection:<\/a><\/a>Continental Mobile's Vivid Collection<\/a>Make it 18k yellow, white or rose gold:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Continental 18k gold iphones<\/a>Or yellow or rose gold plated from Gold Genie:<\/a><\/a>Goldgenie<\/a>Or 24k gold plated iphones:<\/a>Goldstriker<\/a>more 24k plated iphones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>icandy phones<\/a>Paul Knight of Knight Creations<\/a> has a special technology that coats the iPhone casing with a layer of TiN and TiAlN (Titanium-Nitrogen, and Titanium-Aluminum-Nitrogen) through a process known as \"plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition.\" What you get is an anodized iPhone casing (matte black to match the black plastic cover) and an Apple logo finished in the TiN or TiAlN. The TiN coating gives the Apple logo a shiny Gold presence, while the TiAlN coating gives the logo an understated, stealthy look.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Knight Creations<\/a>Even Platinum iphones can be had:<\/a>also at Goldstriker<\/a>Epilog Laser<\/a> sells an engraving device that allows you to engrave your iphone:<\/a>Etchstar<\/a> will custom laser engrave your iphone for you:<\/a><\/a>etchstar<\/a>As will ETCHamac<\/a>Appletattoo <\/a>will gold plate, crystallize or laser etch your iphone.And of course, blinged out iPhones, with real diamonds or with Swarovski crystals will separate your iPhone from the crowd.Austrian jeweler Peter Aloisson's custom diamond iPhone with princess cut stones has a total diamond weight of between 16.50 \u2013 17.75 carats:<\/a><\/a>He also has one with brilliant cut (round) stones only weighing 6.42 carats:<\/a><\/a>Peter Aloisson<\/a>Bling King Alexander Amosu's diamond iphone:<\/a>Amosu<\/a>Bling My Thing has many custom Swarovski Crystal iphones to choose from:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Bling My Thing<\/a>Can't afford gold plating or special custom colors? Then try one of the many protective 'skins' on the market.istyles has several inexpensive ones:<\/a>istyles<\/a>And Gelaskins offers amazing artist designed removable skins for the iphone (yes, for the new one) that comes with matching wallpaper.<\/a><\/a>And even one by Jason Freeny whose art I featured here<\/a>:<\/a>Gelaskins.<\/a>So go ahead, buy that iPhone, but then turn into into something that's uniquely yours, so you can it from the thousands that will undoubtedly be sold tomorrow!http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/make-that-new-iphone-even-hipper-ways.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHYj7JII5sI\/AAAAAAAAQmg\/ENFlIHCTbgw\/s400\/pimpthatiphone.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"10","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215733987","modified_date":"1215733987","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 10, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"36523413f80aacde":{"eid":"36523413f80aacde","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tag, you're it! Graffiti Is Appearing Everywhere And On Everything.","utc_ts":"1215759600","descrptn":"<\/a>Graffiti: Etymology: Italian, plural of graffito [scribbling; graffito, a scratch]:usually unauthorized writing or drawing on a public surface. (source: Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary)Graffiti, once synonymous with vandalism, reached an art form several decades ago. It was way back in 1972 that Hugo Martinez founded the UGA- United Graffiti Artists. It didn't take long to permeate the skater and surfer scene, where it lay for a long time. But in recent years it's crept from edgy to mainstream.As an art form, Graffiti has reached such a level of status that it is frequently referred to as 'street art' or 'urban art' as opposed to vandalism, tagging and graffiti. And many artists have traded in walls for canvases. Even selling prints and gicle\u00e9s on ebay and in surf and skateboard shops. Right now, street artist Banksy is setting the art world afire fetching prices on par with paintings by Renaissance masters.<\/a><\/a>Above: Artist Jos\u00e9 Parla at work.<\/a>Above: Banksy's Tesco Flag<\/a>Above: Banksy's Flower Chucker on canvas.The combination of street graffiti and luxury was a huge hit when Marc Jacobs thought to combine Stephen Sprouse graffiti with Louis Vuitton bags in 2001. The collection sold like hotcakes and is still in great demand today.<\/a><\/a>Above: the Stephen Sprouse Collection for Louis Vuitton.Several designers have taken the urban art form and made into actual furniture. Industrial designer and former tagger, Luis Alicandu from Caracas, Venezuela, now living in London, has designed and created the following pieces. Unfortunately they are not mass produced and are not available for purchase.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To learn more about Luis Alicandu a.k.a. CacoUno (his Graffiti tag nickname), or to help him produce these great pieces, go here.<\/a>Another furniture line inspired by graffiti is one from the design duo Jimmie and Martin of Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>. By adding graffiti and unusual paint finishes to traditional furniture, they've created a unique niche for the aesthetically trendy. I will be doing a major post on Jimmie Martin in the near future so you can see all of their great work.Here are some pieces from their Graffiti series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jimmie Martin Ltd<\/a>Verona<\/a> and Romeo and Juliet<\/a> have been inspired by Anna James's visits to Juliet's house in Verona, Italy. She is totally captivated by the graffiti covering the walls at the archway entrance, all of it being declarations of love by visiting lovers, of all ages, from all over the world. The colours, and the messages create completely unique images.<\/a>Anna devised a process to replicate the walls on furniture, by taking a series of digital images, which she then transposed onto her carefully prepared period pieces. Because messages are constantly being added to the walls, Anna's design for her Verona furniture is unique to a particular moment in time, and gives each piece it's own individual artwork and \/><\/a>Love Anna James<\/a>Angel Ortiz was a New York street artist whose collaboration with other well-known 1980s artist such as Keith Haring and Kenny Scharf, brought him recognition. The pieces below were assembled with a venturesome commitment to emerging artists. L.A. II. In 2006, these great looking pieces by tagger Angel Ortiz were sold at an art auction:<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch armoire with two doors and three drawers decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 72\" x 32\" x 17\" Sold for $3,000.00<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch plywood six-drawer dresser decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 30\" x 48\" x 16 1\/2\" Sold for $2,640.00Angel Ortiz<\/a><\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Glass vase decorated with silver paint pen. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the artist. Signed and tagged throughout. 13 3\/4\" x 12\", sold for $600.00Is Graffiti the next plaid?Now it's not only left the walls and subway trains to jump to canvases and rebel galleries, but graffiti has found it's way onto everything from apparel to housewares. There are graffiti lamps, belts, pillows, bath towels, jewelry, and much, much more. In several instances it's even offered as a pattern choice. Solids, stripes or graffiti?Even athletic shoe company, New Balance, had just released Graffiti kicks in two color variations, joining Converse who already offers a Graffiti hi-top. And street artists, Stash and Sket One<\/a> are designing custom area rugs.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Stash.<\/a><\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Sket.More than one company has produced dinnerware in graffiti and now, with Furniture Graphics, you can have a graffiti sideboard to store it in.<\/a>Above: Cabinets by brothers Niclas Collen and Jesper Zacco of Furniture Graphics.<\/a>25-year-old, Toronto-based graffitist Matthieu Missiaen even makes custom 'graffiti' shoes under the label Ndeur:<\/a><\/a>You can buy Ndeur's custom fabulous shoes here on etsy<\/a>Ndeur<\/a>'s site<\/a>There are so many more items on the market and below are some examples. Just click on each image to be taken to a place for more information and a link to purchase.<\/a><\/a>There are graffiti coloring books, how to books, typefaces or fonts<\/a>, wall stickers, the Graffiti Creator, an online graffiti text generator<\/a>, laptop skins, even Dell computer collaborated with artist Mike Ming to design 2 limited edition laptops.<\/a>See the Mike Ming edition Dell laptops here.<\/a>Dell is not the only large company to collaborate with street and graffiti artists to sell products. Adidas had a great project named End 2 End where they hired 7 street artists to decorate shoes.<\/a>See the End 2 End sneaks here.<\/a>Coming soon from Boost Mobile is a collaboration with artists MINT and SERF (from the East Coast) and MAINFRAME (from the West Coast) to produce the desktop speakers<\/a> seen below.<\/a>You can pre-order the speakers here.<\/a>Beverage Company AriZona has release a graffiti-themed energy drink named All City NRG in appropriately graffiti-decorated cans:<\/a>Originating in Brooklyn, AriZona pays tribute to all cities with a colorful energy drink featured in 3 limited edition subway series cans. This bold NON-CARBONATED drink combines pomegranate flavor, green tea and a high energy performance blend. Buy it here.<\/a>Alison Nelson's Chocolate Bar of NY makes Graffiti chocolate bars, each decorated by a different graffiti artist with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The All Stars Project:<\/a>Also available in a gift box as a set of ten:<\/a>Buy the chocolate bars here.<\/a>Graffiti Taxonomy<\/a> is an ongoing project by Evan Roth which presents isolated letters from various graffiti tags, reproduced in similar scales and at close proximity. The intent of these studies is to show the diversity of as expressed in a single character.<\/a>Above: The 'S' is reproduced from photographs of tags taken in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He is currently seeking any leads for funding or from publications that would allow me to complete each letter of the alphabet from tags found throughout New York City. Please send any leads to Evan at fi5e@ni9e.com<\/a>.<\/a>You can buy prints of his Graffiti Taxonomy here.<\/a>My Lord! You can even buy a religious Graffiti sticker:<\/a>Get the Graffiti Jesus sticker or magnet here.<\/a>And yes, the trend has even hit the baby demographic.<\/a><\/a>Above left: personalized baby sleepsuit from Stardust.<\/a>Above right: graffiti rockin' blocks available on etsy<\/a>There are graffiti inspired blocks, custom personalized onesies <\/a>and even custom graffiti hats and clothes for toddlers.<\/a> Timberland even makes Nubuck graffiti boots for toddlers!<\/a>Buy them here (and they are on sale now).<\/a>And for your canine companions, you can get Graffiti collars and leads!:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>And jackets:<\/a>Buy them here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: You can download a fun coloring book of unadorned graffiti settings (drawn as line art) of dumpsters, subway trains, mailboxes and more to practice your street art upon from Fake Corporation of America.<\/a><\/a>Above: bombings by Sweet UnoA brief history of Graffiti:In America around the late 1960s, graffiti was used as a form of expression by political activists, and also by gangs such as the Savage Skulls, La Familia, and Savage Nomads to mark territory. Towards the end of the 1960s, the signatures (called 'tags')of Philadelphia graffiti writers Top Cat, Cool Earl and Cornbread started to appear.Around 1970-71, the center of graffiti innovation moved to New York City where writers following in the wake of TAKI 183 and Tracy 168 would add their street number to their nickname, \"bomb\" a train with their work, and let the subway take it\u2014and their fame, if it was impressive, or simply pervasive, enough\u2014\"all city\". Bubble lettering held sway initially among writers from the Bronx, though the elaborate Brooklyn Tracy 168 dubbed \"wildstyle\" would come to define the art.[8][10] The early trendsetters were joined in the 70s by artists like Dondi, Futura 2000, Daze, Blade, Lee, Zephyr, Rammellzee, Crash, Kel, NOC 167 and Lady Pink.By 1971 tags began to take on their signature calligraphic appearance because, due to the huge number of artists, each graffiti artist needed a way to distinguish themselves. Aside from the growing complexity and creativity, tags also began to grow in size and scale \u2013 for example, many artists had begun to increase letter size and line thickness, as well as outlining their tags. This gave birth to the so-called 'masterpiece' or 'piece' in 1972. Super Kool 223 is credited as being the first to do these pieces. (source: Wikipedia).<\/a>Links about graffiti:Graffiti as defined by Wikipedia<\/a> Tons of info, resources and linksHistory Of Graffiti (UCL, London's Global University)<\/a>Graffiti Art & Crime (UC Berkeley)<\/a>Time Magazines archive of Graffiti articles<\/a>The National Alliance Of Gang Investigator's Associations<\/a> (how they define gang graffiti).Graffiti News<\/a>- a blog for graffiti writersFatcap <\/a>- a worldwide graffiti blogGraffiti Research Lab <\/a>Art Crimes: Best Graffiti Sites list<\/a>Graff Inc<\/a> (Graffiti supplies, stores and pictures)Tags Are Known<\/a> (Giant archive of photos of graffiti and links)Known Gallery<\/a>Arkitip<\/a>12oz prophet<\/a> (online graffiti community)Graff City<\/a> (supplies)Worldwide Writers Graffiti<\/a> site (online community and more)<\/a>Above: \"Cereal Killers' wall by Stet One.Links To Some Interesting Street & Urban Artists' Sites:<\/strong>Alexone<\/a>Boris Hoppek<\/a>Beautiful Decay<\/a>Sket One<\/a>Shepard Fairey's Obey Giant<\/a>Bansky<\/a>Faille<\/a>Jos\u00e9 Parla<\/a>Jersey Joe<\/a>Krink<\/a>Art Crimes' Featured Artists<\/a> (graffiti.org)The Savager<\/a>Pure Graffiti<\/a>Guerilla One<\/a>Stash's Recon store<\/a>Superfreshdesign<\/a>Siloette<\/a>Wooster Collective's Graffiti Archives<\/a>Zephyr Graffiti<\/a><\/a>Above: the Santa Ana Police Department uses the above poster to help parents to determine whether or not their child is a tagger. Hilarious.TAGGER LANGUAGE: (as defined by NAGIA<\/a>)<\/strong> Battle:<\/strong> A contest between crews, judged on hits.Bomb:<\/strong> Multicolored tag in large bubble letters.Buff:<\/strong> To remove graffitiCrew:<\/strong> Group of individuals that tag together.Caps:<\/strong> (Fat\/skinny) Spray can nozzles used to vary the and width of paint.Fade:<\/strong> To blend colors.Fresh: <\/strong>Really good graffiti.Get Up:<\/strong> To put up a large amount of graffiti tags.Graf:<\/strong> GraffitiHeavens:<\/strong> Hard to reach high areas such as freeway signs and the tops\/upper floors of buildings.Hit\/Hit Up: <\/strong>To tag.Landmarks:<\/strong> A prime location where graffiti won't quickly be erased.Mob: <\/strong>A whole crew doing graffiti on a wall at the same time.Piece Book:<\/strong> A tagger's sketch book.Rack:<\/strong> To steal from off the store rack.Streak:<\/strong> Short for mean streak, solid paint stick that looks like chalk and is used on dark surfaces.Tag Banging:<\/strong> To use violence to defend a tag.Toy: <\/strong>A new, inexperienced writer.Throw Up:<\/strong> One layer of spray paint filling in bubble letters that are outlined in another color.Wild <\/strong>A complicated piece constructed with interlocking letters.Yard\/Train Yard: <\/strong>Gathering place.Zine: <\/strong>Short for magazines. Wish you could be a tagger but you're too old? Too conservative? Too safe? Well, here are ways to get the thrill without the criminal record. See more graffiti inspired items you can buy on my Tag, you're it! Graffiti inspired items<\/a> list at ThisNext.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/tag-youre-it-graffiti-is-appearing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2jQTKIk4I\/AAAAAAAAPRc\/IvoltS9GRiM\/s400\/sweetgraffiti.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"11","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215777405","modified_date":"1215777405","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0b67c70675f93d1f":{"eid":"0b67c70675f93d1f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Cool Designs To Keep You Warm: Heated Towel Racks & Modern Radiators","utc_ts":"1216191600","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: The fantasy radiator by BrandoniI've written about the plethora of unusual looking radiators and heated towel racks before<\/a>..... however a bunch of new ones have emerged on the market, several introduced at recent design shows. It amazes me how the designs continue to get even more unusual and yet still remain functional.There are so many wonderful examples of all types of different looking water heated radiators, electric radiators, wall mounted radiators, freestanding radiators, even towel racks, that I could only share with you some of my favorites. And here they are:<\/a>Above: The radiator model \u201cObl\u00f2 \u2013 oval\u201d by Brandoni Radiators, has won the \u201cComfort & Design 2008\u201d Award raffled from the International Fair in Milan.In addition to their award winning radiator shown above, Brandoni<\/a> has many beautiful and unusual designs from their new 2008 and last year's 2007 collections. See just some of my personal favorites below.<\/a>My Image:<\/a>Fantasy:<\/a>Pan:<\/a>Slalom:<\/a>Londra:<\/a>Fashion:<\/a>Brandoni<\/a> is only one of the several companies who've turned radiators into works of art and sculpture.From Deltacalor Design<\/a><\/a>Bamb\u00f9:<\/a><\/a>From Tubes Radiatori<\/a><\/a>Rimorchietto:<\/a>Albatros:<\/a>Matitione:<\/a>Pallottoliere:<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):<\/a>From Irsap<\/a><\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:<\/a>The Cubo:<\/a>The Petra:<\/a>The Keyos:<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:<\/a><\/a> The Aeon Collection<\/a><\/a>Honeycomb:<\/a>Millenium:<\/a>Abacus:<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):<\/a>Ecstacy:<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):<\/a>Totem:<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from Ridea of Italy<\/a><\/a>SHINE: A black bright circle, in contrast with brilliant Swarovski crystals, which spell out the word \"shine\". A luminous stripe and a cut out that serves as a towel rack:<\/a><\/a><\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:<\/a><\/a><\/a>FLOWER POWER:<\/a><\/a><\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel<\/a>LEAVES:<\/a><\/a>CHEESE:<\/a>CHEESE B:<\/a>HOLES:<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.<\/a><\/a>And from Jaga<\/a> the company that brought you the highly publicized 'heatwave' radiator by Joris Laarman for Droog,<\/a><\/a>the Know You Wood series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>From Bisque<\/a><\/a>The Xtreme:<\/a>The Zanzibar:<\/a><\/a>The La Scala:<\/a><\/a>The Outline:<\/a><\/a>The DNA:<\/a>From MHS radiators<\/a>The Boreas:<\/a>The Hose:<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From Radiating Style<\/a>, comes the slab cindier and metal radiators:<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from Carisa<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.<\/a><\/a><\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Victoria:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Julia:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Maria:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eve:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Summer Lora:<\/a><\/a>Lora:<\/a><\/a>Summer Maya:<\/a><\/a>Maya:<\/a><\/a>Emilie:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Summer Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Sonya:<\/a><\/a>Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Lisa:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Who's behind these creatures?<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:<\/a>then a head is crafted:<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:<\/a><\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them here.<\/a><\/a>The newest addition is Bunny:<\/a>Or you can buy them from their online store here.<\/a>Their logo and corporate were designed by the talented art.lebedev studio <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sorry-barbie-but-compared-to-mooqla.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"61.52401,105.318756","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","location":"Russia","datetime":"Jul 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3aa094db1afc8c0f":{"eid":"3aa094db1afc8c0f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Jeremy Scott's Longchamp Pliage Credit Card bag","utc_ts":"1216992900","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jeremy Scott<\/a> has collaborated once again with French luggage brand Longchamp on their famous \"Pliage\" bag to bring us the new Longchamp X Jeremy Scott 'Pliage' bag, an homage to consumerism. The original Pliage Bag by Longchamp is shown below.<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at Colette<\/a> and goes for 175 Euros.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/funky-find-of-week-jeremy-scotts.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Jul 25, 2008 1:35 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 25, 2008 6:35 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0ec519343728f4ef":{"eid":"0ec519343728f4ef","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Orb\u2122: Prefab Home Offices, Vacation Homes & Corporate Structures","utc_ts":"1217336820","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of Philip Simpson<\/a>'s desire to have an inspiring and affordable outdoor space for his own family to enjoy. His starting point, as a designer, was to reject the box-like structure and unnatural colours and contours of the caravan. He wanted something that would enhance the user's appreciation of the outdoors, from both inside and out. His initial sketches (on backs of envelopes and restaurant napkins), inspired more by gypsy caravans and yachts, won the support of his dream team of architects and designers, and the list of potential customers grew.Together with architect David Miller<\/a>, (who designed the award-winning Media Centre at Lords' Cricket Ground while at Future Systems) and a leading structural engineering practice, the is fast becoming a reality. One of the UK's top interior design consultancies, Real Studios, has created a range of inspiring interiors to highlight the lifestyle potential of these unique units.The Orb Home Office:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:<\/a><\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.<\/a><\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb is available in the following standard sizes: 4m x 3m, 4m x 6m, 4m x 9m and 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Double-glazed display windows* Full graphic wrap* Flexible bespoke interiors* Under floor heating* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Removeable axle and wheels* 4 adjustable legs* Push pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated servicesRead the FAQs about the Orb here.<\/a>contact info:Philip Simpson, Design DirectorOrb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: philip@theorb.biz<\/a>Veronica Simpson, Media Liaison and PR:Orb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: mail@theorb.biz<\/a>Visit the Orb website here.<\/a>\u00a9 Orb Properties Ltd., Patent Pending 0510520, EU Design Registration 308481 http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/orb-prefab-home-offices-vacation-homes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","location":"London","datetime":"Jul 29, 2008 1:07 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 29, 2008 6:07 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"35299eae5a713ec5":{"eid":"35299eae5a713ec5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Modern Take On Nixie Tube Clocks from BDDW, Chronotronix, Puhlmann and Peter J. Jensen","utc_ts":"1217511060","descrptn":"<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube? <\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is Nixie Clock.net<\/a>. Since 1997 they've sold Nixie Tube Clocks and living accessories. The company is located in Germany and they run a warehouse in the United States in order to improve their service standard. Having started retailing Nixie Clocks they are now developing their own Nixie Tube Clocks and below are some of their models.CHRONOTRONIX V400 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a><\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>The CHRONOTRONIX V300 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Unfortunately the CHRONOTRONIX IN-18 NIXIE CLOCK shown below is sold out:<\/a><\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:<\/a><\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing here.<\/a>The ones above can also be found here at Chronotronix Nixie Tube Clocks.<\/a>The Puhlmann Nixie Clock designed by dutch designer Frank Clewits is another nice modern version:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor <\/a>Unfortunately, I can not find this clock for sale anywhere. Even the puhlmann shop<\/a> doesn't seem to have it.Another site that sells handmade nixie clocks, as well as nixie clock kits, is Peter J. Jensen's tubeclock.com.<\/a><\/a><\/a>And if you are digging the nixies, check out this gallery of homemade nixie tube clocks.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/modern-take-on-nixie-tube-clocks-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.165691,10.451526","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","location":"Germany","datetime":"Jul 31, 2008 1:31 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 31, 2008 6:31 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"02a0d2185e4fb2a4":{"eid":"02a0d2185e4fb2a4","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Blondel Chocolates and +41 Make Sweet Collaborations With Nike & Alife","utc_ts":"1217574000","descrptn":"<\/a>Blondel Chocolats<\/a> in Lausanne, Switzerland certainly doesn't look hip or trendy. But looks can be deceiving. Tucked away on a cobblestone street, it's hard to believe they have produced some of the hippest chocolate collaborations of late (with some design help from the folks at +41).<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from +41 <\/a>created these delicious looking wonderful miniature milk and white chocolate shoes available for purchase:<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a><\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a>Not available for purchase but equally delectable are +41's large versions of the AF1 in dark and white chocolate:<\/a><\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The designers at +41<\/a> also helped to commemorate New York's ultra hot shoe and apparel store, ALIFE<\/a>, 's debut in Switzerland this past June 19th at GRAND<\/a> with a Blondel chocolate bar and choco-t shirt.<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and Cellophane<\/a> but both seem to be sold out everywhere.<\/a><\/a>Shop Alife<\/a> here.Blondel Chocolats began in 1850 and is world renowned for making delicious chocolates and confections. Be sure to stop by if ever in Lausanne!<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.chwww.chocolaterieblondel.ch<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/blondel-chocolates-make-sweet.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217628234","modified_date":"1217628234","type":"","lat_lon":"46.818188,8.227512","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","location":"Switzerland","datetime":"Aug 1, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"08c6dfef94a0c826":{"eid":"08c6dfef94a0c826","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Maude Decor's Patricia Baun: Floors With Flair","utc_ts":"1217746800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the Maude Decor website.<\/a>2005 Collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>2006 collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>zig zag series:<\/a>Letterbox series:<\/a><\/a>b&b series:<\/a><\/a>colour bars:<\/a>patches:<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Her Canadian Mountain rugs (based on topographical images of the actual mountians):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Art prints of her Star Quest Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2006 Collection<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their gallery<\/a>. To download information and pricing details click here<\/a>.And finally, she has just released this stunning rug, a collaboration with artist\/designer Michael Staniszkis. Caaw is available exclusively at www.66degrees.com<\/a> for a limited time. Only 20 will be created. Finished size is 8'x12'. Each will be hand-painted, signed and dated.<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Don't forget, there's more to see at Maude Decor.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/maude-decors-patricia-baun-floors-with.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217757140","modified_date":"1217757140","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","datetime":"Aug 3, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2feefd04de91753a":{"eid":"2feefd04de91753a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UK Artist Barnaby Bradford's Sick & Twisted Ceramics","utc_ts":"1217833200","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover<\/a>Above: Imposter!<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful<\/a>Above: French Kiss<\/a>Above: J'adore Le Coq D'or<\/a>Above: Stick That On You Tube!<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>You may already be familiar with some of these:<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise Bernardaud<\/a> is hosting an exhibition entitled Petits bouleversements au centre de la table (Minor revolutions at the center of the table).His website<\/a>contact info:Barnaby Barfordmob: +44 (0) 7870 643476e-mail:info@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>press@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/uk-artist-barnaby-bradfords-sick.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217843983","modified_date":"1217843983","type":"","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","location":"Japan","datetime":"Aug 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"324a9502f2abb75e":{"eid":"324a9502f2abb75e","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"All The Olympic Posters Throughout History & The Story Behind Those 5 Rings","utc_ts":"1217919600","descrptn":"The 2008 Olympiad games begin this week in Beijing and so I thought I'd take this opportunity to share with you some fun Olympic design history as well as some present Olympic design-related news all this week. Today we'll start with the Olympic Posters, and the meaning behind the five rings.The very first Olympiad Games \"poster\"<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale here<\/a> on August 5. Approved by the International Olympic Committee, each set contains 25 posters, covering every edition of the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2004.<\/a>Printed on acid-free paper, each poster measures 500mm X 700mm.Buy them here<\/a> after August 5th.<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. Read it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/update-italian-designer-fabio-novembres.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","location":"Italy","datetime":"Aug 8, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 8, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a46dc234355ab3":{"eid":"01a46dc234355ab3","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jackson Clements Burrows' Cape Schanck House","utc_ts":"1218524400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: basement<\/a>Above: ground floor<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Pty Ltd Architects<\/strong><\/a>Location: Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia<\/strong>Project Team: Tim Jackson, Jon Clements, Graham Burrows, Kim Stapleton, George Fortey, Brett Nixon<\/strong>Design duration: 12 months<\/strong>Construction duration: 18 months<\/strong>Landscape: Site Office Landscape Architects<\/strong>Mechanical: Griepink & Ward Pty Ltd <\/strong>Structural: Adams Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd<\/strong>Contractor: BD Projects<\/strong>Constructed Area: 400 sqm<\/strong>Photographs: John Gollings<\/strong>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/jackson-clements-burrows-cape-schanck.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"258e8784784f6ab2":{"eid":"258e8784784f6ab2","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? 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Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. 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Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? 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Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. 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But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319Valencia CA 91354The photos in this post are courtesy of Michael Jantzen , arcspace and world architecture.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/m-vironments-m-velopes-m-house-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223723771","modified_date":"1223723771","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4545385460c4f23b":{"eid":"4545385460c4f23b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Confederate Motorcycles: Raw, Rugged, Rebellious & Rare (and rockin' design)","utc_ts":"1223794800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>This wall mountable or freestanding frame type air conditioner can hold a photo or piece of artwork (even wallpaper) of the customer's choice, so what my look like a piece of art is actually a functioning air conditioner.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SE75BKsw41I\/AAAAAAAAO08\/XiPZmijwxgA\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>ART COOL is LG's premium, design-oriented air conditioner series, which also includes renditions of art pieces by famous painters, as well as a unique picture frame model that allows users to modify and customize the unit with their own artwork or photography. The series helps to transform household appliances such as air conditioners into stylish objects of art.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHAvBDKItAI\/AAAAAAAAQTo\/OindnvbncfA\/s1600-h\/Picture+15.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: model LA091CNPMuch like the traditional LG ART COOL series, the new ART COOL Inverter line features a slim interior, wall-mounted evaporator that can be fit to enhance the end user's decor.Every trimming has been added to the refined ARTCOOL series, including the NEO Plasma Air Purifying System, Gold Fin, and new features like Auto Clean.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHA0lzKItFI\/AAAAAAAAQUQ\/BIcPuJaF1OI\/s1600-h\/Picture+29.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Pharrell's astronaut jeans for BBCA Fashion icon as well, Pharrell was named Best Dressed Man in 2005 by Esquire magazine and was one of the faces in Louis Vuitton's 2006 ad campaign.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHIaEjKIt2I\/AAAAAAAAQaY\/N2GHx8W2fns\/s1600-h\/3-1.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Banksy's Flower Chucker on canvas.The combination of street graffiti and luxury was a huge hit when Marc Jacobs thought to combine Stephen Sprouse graffiti with Louis Vuitton bags in 2001. The collection sold like hotcakes and is still in great demand today.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF7TrDKIlgI\/AAAAAAAAPWY\/tYr8xGJRYE4\/s1600-h\/flowerchucker.gif\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: the Stephen Sprouse Collection for Louis Vuitton.Several designers have taken the urban art form and made into actual furniture. Industrial designer and former tagger, Luis Alicandu from Caracas, Venezuela, now living in London, has designed and created the following pieces. Unfortunately they are not mass produced and are not available for purchase.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGgz4DKIorI\/AAAAAAAAPvw\/tn498_ZzCco\/s1600-h\/Picture+16.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>To learn more about Luis Alicandu a.k.a. CacoUno (his Graffiti tag nickname), or to help him produce these great pieces, go](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF14rzKIkdI\/AAAAAAAAPOE\/NCPolbGyYeA\/s1600-h\/featured_28173__0Nz1N7oizN2HkvBi1l4ELEO5.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Anna devised a process to replicate the walls on furniture, by taking a series of digital images, which she then transposed onto her carefully prepared period pieces. Because messages are constantly being added to the walls, Anna's design for her Verona furniture is unique to a particular moment in time, and gives each piece it's own individual artwork and \/>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGj75zKIozI\/AAAAAAAAPww\/drC_ECITFDU\/s1600-h\/Verona1.JPG\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch armoire with two doors and three drawers decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 72\" x 32\" x 17\" Sold for $3,000.00](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2L-zKIksI\/AAAAAAAAPP8\/YLRCFRGapEQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Birch plywood six-drawer dresser decorated with graffiti designs in black and silver marker. Signed and tagged throughout. 30\" x 48\" x 16 1\/2\" Sold for $2,640.00](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2L2TKIkrI\/AAAAAAAAPP0\/mQKu2lYIFSw\/s1600-h\/Picture+9.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Angel Ortiz, L.A. II, Glass vase decorated with silver paint pen. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the artist. Signed and tagged throughout. 13 3\/4\" x 12\", sold for $600.00Is Graffiti the next plaid?Now it's not only left the walls and subway trains to jump to canvases and rebel galleries, but graffiti has found it's way onto everything from apparel to housewares. There are graffiti lamps, belts, pillows, bath towels, jewelry, and much, much more. In several instances it's even offered as a pattern choice. Solids, stripes or graffiti?Even athletic shoe company, New Balance, had just released Graffiti kicks in two color variations, joining Converse who already offers a Graffiti hi-top. And street artists, Stash and](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2NKjKIktI\/AAAAAAAAPQE\/oMeAm-Bsd3E\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Stash.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF18yDKIkeI\/AAAAAAAAPOM\/3WHXRlHHeGE\/s1600-h\/th_stashtaggreyorange.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: limited edition wool rugs by tagger Sket.More than one company has produced dinnerware in graffiti and now, with Furniture Graphics, you can have a graffiti sideboard to store it in.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2wuDKIlAI\/AAAAAAAAPSc\/__sLLvkp_p0\/s1600-h\/th_graffitisquarerug.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Originating in Brooklyn, AriZona pays tribute to all cities with a colorful energy drink featured in 3 limited edition subway series cans. This bold NON-CARBONATED drink combines pomegranate flavor, green tea and a high energy performance blend.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SGg6ejKIovI\/AAAAAAAAPwQ\/8DEaOK8IqWs\/s1600-h\/all-city-nrg-arizona.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: The 'S' is reproduced from photographs of tags taken in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He is currently seeking any leads for funding or from publications that would allow me to complete each letter of the alphabet from tags found throughout New York City. Please send any leads to Evan at](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2EhjKIknI\/AAAAAAAAPPU\/U1T4dUs-RA8\/s1600-h\/graf_tax_01.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>You can buy prints of his Graffiti Taxonomy](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2FeDKIkoI\/AAAAAAAAPPc\/Bu8hI2FaNOo\/s1600-h\/graf_tax_11.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: You can download a fun coloring book of unadorned graffiti settings (drawn as line art) of dumpsters, subway trains, mailboxes and more to practice your street art upon from](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF20wTKIlCI\/AAAAAAAAPSs\/3dXDOWzoHPU\/s1600-h\/Picture+45.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: bombings by Sweet UnoA brief history of Graffiti:In America around the late 1960s, graffiti was used as a form of expression by political activists, and also by gangs such as the Savage Skulls, La Familia, and Savage Nomads to mark territory. Towards the end of the 1960s, the signatures (called 'tags')of Philadelphia graffiti writers Top Cat, Cool Earl and Cornbread started to appear.Around 1970-71, the center of graffiti innovation moved to New York City where writers following in the wake of TAKI 183 and Tracy 168 would add their street number to their nickname, \"bomb\" a train with their work, and let the subway take it\u2014and their fame, if it was impressive, or simply pervasive, enough\u2014\"all city\". Bubble lettering held sway initially among writers from the Bronx, though the elaborate Brooklyn Tracy 168 dubbed \"wildstyle\" would come to define the art.[8][10] The early trendsetters were joined in the 70s by artists like Dondi, Futura 2000, Daze, Blade, Lee, Zephyr, Rammellzee, Crash, Kel, NOC 167 and Lady Pink.By 1971 tags began to take on their signature calligraphic appearance because, due to the huge number of artists, each graffiti artist needed a way to distinguish themselves. Aside from the growing complexity and creativity, tags also began to grow in size and scale \u2013 for example, many artists had begun to increase letter size and line thickness, as well as outlining their tags. This gave birth to the so-called 'masterpiece' or 'piece' in 1972. Super Kool 223 is credited as being the first to do these pieces. (source: Wikipedia).](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2j6zKIk5I\/AAAAAAAAPRk\/bR4eelHaRCQ\/s1600-h\/sweetbombs.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: \"Cereal Killers' wall by Stet One.Links To Some Interesting Street & Urban Artists' Sites:<\/strong>Alexone<\/a>Boris Hoppek<\/a>Beautiful Decay<\/a>Sket One<\/a>Shepard Fairey's Obey Giant<\/a>Bansky<\/a>Faille<\/a>Jos\u00e9 Parla<\/a>Jersey Joe<\/a>Krink<\/a>Art Crimes' Featured Artists<\/a> (graffiti.org)The Savager<\/a>Pure Graffiti<\/a>Guerilla One<\/a>Stash's Recon store<\/a>Superfreshdesign<\/a>Siloette<\/a>Wooster Collective's Graffiti Archives<\/a>Zephyr Graffiti<\/a><\/a>Above: the Santa Ana Police Department uses the above poster to help parents to determine whether or not their child is a tagger. Hilarious.TAGGER LANGUAGE: (as defined by NAGIA<\/a>)<\/strong> Battle:<\/strong> A contest between crews, judged on hits.Bomb:<\/strong> Multicolored tag in large bubble letters.Buff:<\/strong> To remove graffitiCrew:<\/strong> Group of individuals that tag together.Caps:<\/strong> (Fat\/skinny) Spray can nozzles used to vary the and width of paint.Fade:<\/strong> To blend colors.Fresh: <\/strong>Really good graffiti.Get Up:<\/strong> To put up a large amount of graffiti tags.Graf:<\/strong> GraffitiHeavens:<\/strong> Hard to reach high areas such as freeway signs and the tops\/upper floors of buildings.Hit\/Hit Up: <\/strong>To tag.Landmarks:<\/strong> A prime location where graffiti won't quickly be erased.Mob: <\/strong>A whole crew doing graffiti on a wall at the same time.Piece Book:<\/strong> A tagger's sketch book.Rack:<\/strong> To steal from off the store rack.Streak:<\/strong> Short for mean streak, solid paint stick that looks like chalk and is used on dark surfaces.Tag Banging:<\/strong> To use violence to defend a tag.Toy: <\/strong>A new, inexperienced writer.Throw Up:<\/strong> One layer of spray paint filling in bubble letters that are outlined in another color.Wild <\/strong>A complicated piece constructed with interlocking letters.Yard\/Train Yard: <\/strong>Gathering place.Zine: <\/strong>Short for magazines. Wish you could be a tagger but you're too old? Too conservative? Too safe? Well, here are ways to get the thrill without the criminal record. See more graffiti inspired items you can buy on my Tag, you're it! Graffiti inspired items<\/a> list at ThisNext.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/tag-youre-it-graffiti-is-appearing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2jQTKIk4I\/AAAAAAAAPRc\/IvoltS9GRiM\/s400\/sweetgraffiti.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"11","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215777405","modified_date":"1215777405","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0b67c70675f93d1f":{"eid":"0b67c70675f93d1f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Cool Designs To Keep You Warm: Heated Towel Racks & Modern Radiators","utc_ts":"1216191600","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: The fantasy radiator by BrandoniI've written about the plethora of unusual looking radiators and heated towel racks before<\/a>..... however a bunch of new ones have emerged on the market, several introduced at recent design shows. It amazes me how the designs continue to get even more unusual and yet still remain functional.There are so many wonderful examples of all types of different looking water heated radiators, electric radiators, wall mounted radiators, freestanding radiators, even towel racks, that I could only share with you some of my favorites. And here they are:<\/a>Above: The radiator model \u201cObl\u00f2 \u2013 oval\u201d by Brandoni Radiators, has won the \u201cComfort & Design 2008\u201d Award raffled from the International Fair in Milan.In addition to their award winning radiator shown above, Brandoni<\/a> has many beautiful and unusual designs from their new 2008 and last year's 2007 collections. See just some of my personal favorites below.<\/a>My Image:<\/a>Fantasy:<\/a>Pan:<\/a>Slalom:<\/a>Londra:<\/a>Fashion:<\/a>Brandoni<\/a> is only one of the several companies who've turned radiators into works of art and sculpture.From Deltacalor Design<\/a><\/a>Bamb\u00f9:<\/a><\/a>From Tubes Radiatori<\/a><\/a>Rimorchietto:<\/a>Albatros:<\/a>Matitione:<\/a>Pallottoliere:<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):<\/a>From Irsap<\/a><\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:<\/a>The Cubo:<\/a>The Petra:<\/a>The Keyos:<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:<\/a><\/a> The Aeon Collection<\/a><\/a>Honeycomb:<\/a>Millenium:<\/a>Abacus:<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):<\/a>Ecstacy:<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):<\/a>Totem:<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from Ridea of Italy<\/a><\/a>SHINE: A black bright circle, in contrast with brilliant Swarovski crystals, which spell out the word \"shine\". A luminous stripe and a cut out that serves as a towel rack:<\/a><\/a><\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:<\/a><\/a><\/a>FLOWER POWER:<\/a><\/a><\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel<\/a>LEAVES:<\/a><\/a>CHEESE:<\/a>CHEESE B:<\/a>HOLES:<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.<\/a><\/a>And from Jaga<\/a> the company that brought you the highly publicized 'heatwave' radiator by Joris Laarman for Droog,<\/a><\/a>the Know You Wood series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>From Bisque<\/a><\/a>The Xtreme:<\/a>The Zanzibar:<\/a><\/a>The La Scala:<\/a><\/a>The Outline:<\/a><\/a>The DNA:<\/a>From MHS radiators<\/a>The Boreas:<\/a>The Hose:<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From Radiating Style<\/a>, comes the slab cindier and metal radiators:<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from Carisa<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.<\/a><\/a><\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Victoria:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Julia:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Maria:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eve:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Summer Lora:<\/a><\/a>Lora:<\/a><\/a>Summer Maya:<\/a><\/a>Maya:<\/a><\/a>Emilie:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Summer Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Sonya:<\/a><\/a>Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Lisa:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Who's behind these creatures?<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:<\/a>then a head is crafted:<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:<\/a><\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them here.<\/a><\/a>The newest addition is Bunny:<\/a>Or you can buy them from their online store here.<\/a>Their logo and corporate were designed by the talented art.lebedev studio <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sorry-barbie-but-compared-to-mooqla.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"61.52401,105.318756","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","location":"Russia","datetime":"Jul 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3aa094db1afc8c0f":{"eid":"3aa094db1afc8c0f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Jeremy Scott's Longchamp Pliage Credit Card bag","utc_ts":"1216992900","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jeremy Scott<\/a> has collaborated once again with French luggage brand Longchamp on their famous \"Pliage\" bag to bring us the new Longchamp X Jeremy Scott 'Pliage' bag, an homage to consumerism. The original Pliage Bag by Longchamp is shown below.<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at Colette<\/a> and goes for 175 Euros.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/funky-find-of-week-jeremy-scotts.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Jul 25, 2008 1:35 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 25, 2008 6:35 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0ec519343728f4ef":{"eid":"0ec519343728f4ef","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Orb\u2122: Prefab Home Offices, Vacation Homes & Corporate Structures","utc_ts":"1217336820","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of Philip Simpson<\/a>'s desire to have an inspiring and affordable outdoor space for his own family to enjoy. His starting point, as a designer, was to reject the box-like structure and unnatural colours and contours of the caravan. He wanted something that would enhance the user's appreciation of the outdoors, from both inside and out. His initial sketches (on backs of envelopes and restaurant napkins), inspired more by gypsy caravans and yachts, won the support of his dream team of architects and designers, and the list of potential customers grew.Together with architect David Miller<\/a>, (who designed the award-winning Media Centre at Lords' Cricket Ground while at Future Systems) and a leading structural engineering practice, the is fast becoming a reality. One of the UK's top interior design consultancies, Real Studios, has created a range of inspiring interiors to highlight the lifestyle potential of these unique units.The Orb Home Office:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:<\/a><\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.<\/a><\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb is available in the following standard sizes: 4m x 3m, 4m x 6m, 4m x 9m and 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Double-glazed display windows* Full graphic wrap* Flexible bespoke interiors* Under floor heating* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Removeable axle and wheels* 4 adjustable legs* Push pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated servicesRead the FAQs about the Orb here.<\/a>contact info:Philip Simpson, Design DirectorOrb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: philip@theorb.biz<\/a>Veronica Simpson, Media Liaison and PR:Orb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: mail@theorb.biz<\/a>Visit the Orb website here.<\/a>\u00a9 Orb Properties Ltd., Patent Pending 0510520, EU Design Registration 308481 http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/orb-prefab-home-offices-vacation-homes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","location":"London","datetime":"Jul 29, 2008 1:07 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 29, 2008 6:07 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"35299eae5a713ec5":{"eid":"35299eae5a713ec5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Modern Take On Nixie Tube Clocks from BDDW, Chronotronix, Puhlmann and Peter J. Jensen","utc_ts":"1217511060","descrptn":"<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube? <\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is Nixie Clock.net<\/a>. Since 1997 they've sold Nixie Tube Clocks and living accessories. The company is located in Germany and they run a warehouse in the United States in order to improve their service standard. Having started retailing Nixie Clocks they are now developing their own Nixie Tube Clocks and below are some of their models.CHRONOTRONIX V400 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a><\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>The CHRONOTRONIX V300 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Unfortunately the CHRONOTRONIX IN-18 NIXIE CLOCK shown below is sold out:<\/a><\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:<\/a><\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing here.<\/a>The ones above can also be found here at Chronotronix Nixie Tube Clocks.<\/a>The Puhlmann Nixie Clock designed by dutch designer Frank Clewits is another nice modern version:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor <\/a>Unfortunately, I can not find this clock for sale anywhere. Even the puhlmann shop<\/a> doesn't seem to have it.Another site that sells handmade nixie clocks, as well as nixie clock kits, is Peter J. Jensen's tubeclock.com.<\/a><\/a><\/a>And if you are digging the nixies, check out this gallery of homemade nixie tube clocks.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/modern-take-on-nixie-tube-clocks-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.165691,10.451526","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","location":"Germany","datetime":"Jul 31, 2008 1:31 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 31, 2008 6:31 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"02a0d2185e4fb2a4":{"eid":"02a0d2185e4fb2a4","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Blondel Chocolates and +41 Make Sweet Collaborations With Nike & Alife","utc_ts":"1217574000","descrptn":"<\/a>Blondel Chocolats<\/a> in Lausanne, Switzerland certainly doesn't look hip or trendy. But looks can be deceiving. Tucked away on a cobblestone street, it's hard to believe they have produced some of the hippest chocolate collaborations of late (with some design help from the folks at +41).<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from +41 <\/a>created these delicious looking wonderful miniature milk and white chocolate shoes available for purchase:<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a><\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a>Not available for purchase but equally delectable are +41's large versions of the AF1 in dark and white chocolate:<\/a><\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The designers at +41<\/a> also helped to commemorate New York's ultra hot shoe and apparel store, ALIFE<\/a>, 's debut in Switzerland this past June 19th at GRAND<\/a> with a Blondel chocolate bar and choco-t shirt.<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and Cellophane<\/a> but both seem to be sold out everywhere.<\/a><\/a>Shop Alife<\/a> here.Blondel Chocolats began in 1850 and is world renowned for making delicious chocolates and confections. Be sure to stop by if ever in Lausanne!<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.chwww.chocolaterieblondel.ch<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/blondel-chocolates-make-sweet.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217628234","modified_date":"1217628234","type":"","lat_lon":"46.818188,8.227512","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","location":"Switzerland","datetime":"Aug 1, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"08c6dfef94a0c826":{"eid":"08c6dfef94a0c826","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Maude Decor's Patricia Baun: Floors With Flair","utc_ts":"1217746800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the Maude Decor website.<\/a>2005 Collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>2006 collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>zig zag series:<\/a>Letterbox series:<\/a><\/a>b&b series:<\/a><\/a>colour bars:<\/a>patches:<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Her Canadian Mountain rugs (based on topographical images of the actual mountians):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Art prints of her Star Quest Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2006 Collection<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their gallery<\/a>. To download information and pricing details click here<\/a>.And finally, she has just released this stunning rug, a collaboration with artist\/designer Michael Staniszkis. Caaw is available exclusively at www.66degrees.com<\/a> for a limited time. Only 20 will be created. Finished size is 8'x12'. Each will be hand-painted, signed and dated.<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Don't forget, there's more to see at Maude Decor.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/maude-decors-patricia-baun-floors-with.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217757140","modified_date":"1217757140","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","datetime":"Aug 3, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2feefd04de91753a":{"eid":"2feefd04de91753a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UK Artist Barnaby Bradford's Sick & Twisted Ceramics","utc_ts":"1217833200","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover<\/a>Above: Imposter!<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful<\/a>Above: French Kiss<\/a>Above: J'adore Le Coq D'or<\/a>Above: Stick That On You Tube!<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>You may already be familiar with some of these:<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise Bernardaud<\/a> is hosting an exhibition entitled Petits bouleversements au centre de la table (Minor revolutions at the center of the table).His website<\/a>contact info:Barnaby Barfordmob: +44 (0) 7870 643476e-mail:info@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>press@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/uk-artist-barnaby-bradfords-sick.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217843983","modified_date":"1217843983","type":"","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","location":"Japan","datetime":"Aug 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"324a9502f2abb75e":{"eid":"324a9502f2abb75e","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"All The Olympic Posters Throughout History & The Story Behind Those 5 Rings","utc_ts":"1217919600","descrptn":"The 2008 Olympiad games begin this week in Beijing and so I thought I'd take this opportunity to share with you some fun Olympic design history as well as some present Olympic design-related news all this week. Today we'll start with the Olympic Posters, and the meaning behind the five rings.The very first Olympiad Games \"poster\"<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale here<\/a> on August 5. Approved by the International Olympic Committee, each set contains 25 posters, covering every edition of the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2004.<\/a>Printed on acid-free paper, each poster measures 500mm X 700mm.Buy them here<\/a> after August 5th.<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. Read it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/update-italian-designer-fabio-novembres.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","location":"Italy","datetime":"Aug 8, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 8, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a46dc234355ab3":{"eid":"01a46dc234355ab3","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jackson Clements Burrows' Cape Schanck House","utc_ts":"1218524400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: basement<\/a>Above: ground floor<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Pty Ltd Architects<\/strong><\/a>Location: Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia<\/strong>Project Team: Tim Jackson, Jon Clements, Graham Burrows, Kim Stapleton, George Fortey, Brett Nixon<\/strong>Design duration: 12 months<\/strong>Construction duration: 18 months<\/strong>Landscape: Site Office Landscape Architects<\/strong>Mechanical: Griepink & Ward Pty Ltd <\/strong>Structural: Adams Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd<\/strong>Contractor: BD Projects<\/strong>Constructed Area: 400 sqm<\/strong>Photographs: John Gollings<\/strong>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/jackson-clements-burrows-cape-schanck.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"258e8784784f6ab2":{"eid":"258e8784784f6ab2","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? These Chazelle Fireplaces Are Hot.","utc_ts":"1219302000","descrptn":"Chazelle fireplaces -- Chemin\u00e9es de Chazelle - offer a large range of enclosed fireplaces varying from rustic and traditional to modern and streamlined. Using materials like traditional stone, blue stone, granite, cement, metals and woods, they have wall mounted, inset, and traditional fireplaces that are as hot looking as they are functional. Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. 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Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? 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Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319Valencia CA 91354The photos in this post are courtesy of Michael Jantzen , arcspace and world architecture.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/m-vironments-m-velopes-m-house-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223723771","modified_date":"1223723771","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4545385460c4f23b":{"eid":"4545385460c4f23b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Confederate Motorcycles: Raw, Rugged, Rebellious & Rare (and rockin' design)","utc_ts":"1223794800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... 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I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: the Santa Ana Police Department uses the above poster to help parents to determine whether or not their child is a tagger. Hilarious.TAGGER LANGUAGE: (as defined by NAGIA<\/a>)<\/strong> Battle:<\/strong> A contest between crews, judged on hits.Bomb:<\/strong> Multicolored tag in large bubble letters.Buff:<\/strong> To remove graffitiCrew:<\/strong> Group of individuals that tag together.Caps:<\/strong> (Fat\/skinny) Spray can nozzles used to vary the and width of paint.Fade:<\/strong> To blend colors.Fresh: <\/strong>Really good graffiti.Get Up:<\/strong> To put up a large amount of graffiti tags.Graf:<\/strong> GraffitiHeavens:<\/strong> Hard to reach high areas such as freeway signs and the tops\/upper floors of buildings.Hit\/Hit Up: <\/strong>To tag.Landmarks:<\/strong> A prime location where graffiti won't quickly be erased.Mob: <\/strong>A whole crew doing graffiti on a wall at the same time.Piece Book:<\/strong> A tagger's sketch book.Rack:<\/strong> To steal from off the store rack.Streak:<\/strong> Short for mean streak, solid paint stick that looks like chalk and is used on dark surfaces.Tag Banging:<\/strong> To use violence to defend a tag.Toy: <\/strong>A new, inexperienced writer.Throw Up:<\/strong> One layer of spray paint filling in bubble letters that are outlined in another color.Wild <\/strong>A complicated piece constructed with interlocking letters.Yard\/Train Yard: <\/strong>Gathering place.Zine: <\/strong>Short for magazines. Wish you could be a tagger but you're too old? Too conservative? Too safe? Well, here are ways to get the thrill without the criminal record. See more graffiti inspired items you can buy on my Tag, you're it! Graffiti inspired items<\/a> list at ThisNext.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/tag-youre-it-graffiti-is-appearing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SF2jQTKIk4I\/AAAAAAAAPRc\/IvoltS9GRiM\/s400\/sweetgraffiti.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"11","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1215777405","modified_date":"1215777405","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 11, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0b67c70675f93d1f":{"eid":"0b67c70675f93d1f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Cool Designs To Keep You Warm: Heated Towel Racks & Modern Radiators","utc_ts":"1216191600","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: The fantasy radiator by BrandoniI've written about the plethora of unusual looking radiators and heated towel racks before<\/a>..... however a bunch of new ones have emerged on the market, several introduced at recent design shows. It amazes me how the designs continue to get even more unusual and yet still remain functional.There are so many wonderful examples of all types of different looking water heated radiators, electric radiators, wall mounted radiators, freestanding radiators, even towel racks, that I could only share with you some of my favorites. And here they are:<\/a>Above: The radiator model \u201cObl\u00f2 \u2013 oval\u201d by Brandoni Radiators, has won the \u201cComfort & Design 2008\u201d Award raffled from the International Fair in Milan.In addition to their award winning radiator shown above, Brandoni<\/a> has many beautiful and unusual designs from their new 2008 and last year's 2007 collections. See just some of my personal favorites below.<\/a>My Image:<\/a>Fantasy:<\/a>Pan:<\/a>Slalom:<\/a>Londra:<\/a>Fashion:<\/a>Brandoni<\/a> is only one of the several companies who've turned radiators into works of art and sculpture.From Deltacalor Design<\/a><\/a>Bamb\u00f9:<\/a><\/a>From Tubes Radiatori<\/a><\/a>Rimorchietto:<\/a>Albatros:<\/a>Matitione:<\/a>Pallottoliere:<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):<\/a>From Irsap<\/a><\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:<\/a>The Cubo:<\/a>The Petra:<\/a>The Keyos:<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:<\/a><\/a> The Aeon Collection<\/a><\/a>Honeycomb:<\/a>Millenium:<\/a>Abacus:<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):<\/a>Ecstacy:<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):<\/a>Totem:<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from Ridea of Italy<\/a><\/a>SHINE: A black bright circle, in contrast with brilliant Swarovski crystals, which spell out the word \"shine\". A luminous stripe and a cut out that serves as a towel rack:<\/a><\/a><\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:<\/a><\/a><\/a>FLOWER POWER:<\/a><\/a><\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel<\/a>LEAVES:<\/a><\/a>CHEESE:<\/a>CHEESE B:<\/a>HOLES:<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.<\/a><\/a>And from Jaga<\/a> the company that brought you the highly publicized 'heatwave' radiator by Joris Laarman for Droog,<\/a><\/a>the Know You Wood series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>From Bisque<\/a><\/a>The Xtreme:<\/a>The Zanzibar:<\/a><\/a>The La Scala:<\/a><\/a>The Outline:<\/a><\/a>The DNA:<\/a>From MHS radiators<\/a>The Boreas:<\/a>The Hose:<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From Radiating Style<\/a>, comes the slab cindier and metal radiators:<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from Carisa<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.<\/a><\/a><\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Victoria:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Julia:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Maria:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eve:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Summer Lora:<\/a><\/a>Lora:<\/a><\/a>Summer Maya:<\/a><\/a>Maya:<\/a><\/a>Emilie:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Summer Tanya:<\/a><\/a>Sonya:<\/a><\/a>Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Anna:<\/a><\/a>Summer Lisa:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Who's behind these creatures?<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:<\/a>then a head is crafted:<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:<\/a><\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them here.<\/a><\/a>The newest addition is Bunny:<\/a>Or you can buy them from their online store here.<\/a>Their logo and corporate were designed by the talented art.lebedev studio <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/sorry-barbie-but-compared-to-mooqla.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"61.52401,105.318756","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s400\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg","location":"Russia","datetime":"Jul 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3aa094db1afc8c0f":{"eid":"3aa094db1afc8c0f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Jeremy Scott's Longchamp Pliage Credit Card bag","utc_ts":"1216992900","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Jeremy Scott<\/a> has collaborated once again with French luggage brand Longchamp on their famous \"Pliage\" bag to bring us the new Longchamp X Jeremy Scott 'Pliage' bag, an homage to consumerism. The original Pliage Bag by Longchamp is shown below.<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at Colette<\/a> and goes for 175 Euros.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/funky-find-of-week-jeremy-scotts.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548089","modified_date":"1217548089","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInXh27N4JI\/AAAAAAAARaE\/vvqWqFZ7lBY\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Jul 25, 2008 1:35 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 25, 2008 6:35 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0ec519343728f4ef":{"eid":"0ec519343728f4ef","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Orb\u2122: Prefab Home Offices, Vacation Homes & Corporate Structures","utc_ts":"1217336820","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of Philip Simpson<\/a>'s desire to have an inspiring and affordable outdoor space for his own family to enjoy. His starting point, as a designer, was to reject the box-like structure and unnatural colours and contours of the caravan. He wanted something that would enhance the user's appreciation of the outdoors, from both inside and out. His initial sketches (on backs of envelopes and restaurant napkins), inspired more by gypsy caravans and yachts, won the support of his dream team of architects and designers, and the list of potential customers grew.Together with architect David Miller<\/a>, (who designed the award-winning Media Centre at Lords' Cricket Ground while at Future Systems) and a leading structural engineering practice, the is fast becoming a reality. One of the UK's top interior design consultancies, Real Studios, has created a range of inspiring interiors to highlight the lifestyle potential of these unique units.The Orb Home Office:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:<\/a><\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.<\/a><\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -<\/a>The Orb is available in the following standard sizes: 4m x 3m, 4m x 6m, 4m x 9m and 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Double-glazed display windows* Full graphic wrap* Flexible bespoke interiors* Under floor heating* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Removeable axle and wheels* 4 adjustable legs* Push pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated servicesRead the FAQs about the Orb here.<\/a>contact info:Philip Simpson, Design DirectorOrb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: philip@theorb.biz<\/a>Veronica Simpson, Media Liaison and PR:Orb Properties Ltd31 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NSTel: +44 (0)207 703 9242Fax: +44 (0)207 703 1892Email: mail@theorb.biz<\/a>Visit the Orb website here.<\/a>\u00a9 Orb Properties Ltd., Patent Pending 0510520, EU Design Registration 308481 http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/orb-prefab-home-offices-vacation-homes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8b33ANloI\/AAAAAAAARt0\/ftzrvfyLgxo\/s400\/Picture+36.png","location":"London","datetime":"Jul 29, 2008 1:07 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 29, 2008 6:07 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"35299eae5a713ec5":{"eid":"35299eae5a713ec5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Modern Take On Nixie Tube Clocks from BDDW, Chronotronix, Puhlmann and Peter J. Jensen","utc_ts":"1217511060","descrptn":"<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube? <\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is Nixie Clock.net<\/a>. Since 1997 they've sold Nixie Tube Clocks and living accessories. The company is located in Germany and they run a warehouse in the United States in order to improve their service standard. Having started retailing Nixie Clocks they are now developing their own Nixie Tube Clocks and below are some of their models.CHRONOTRONIX V400 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a><\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>The CHRONOTRONIX V300 NIXIE TUBE CLOCK:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Unfortunately the CHRONOTRONIX IN-18 NIXIE CLOCK shown below is sold out:<\/a><\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:<\/a><\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing here.<\/a>The ones above can also be found here at Chronotronix Nixie Tube Clocks.<\/a>The Puhlmann Nixie Clock designed by dutch designer Frank Clewits is another nice modern version:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor <\/a>Unfortunately, I can not find this clock for sale anywhere. Even the puhlmann shop<\/a> doesn't seem to have it.Another site that sells handmade nixie clocks, as well as nixie clock kits, is Peter J. Jensen's tubeclock.com.<\/a><\/a><\/a>And if you are digging the nixies, check out this gallery of homemade nixie tube clocks.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/modern-take-on-nixie-tube-clocks-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217548088","modified_date":"1217548088","type":"","lat_lon":"51.165691,10.451526","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s400\/modernnixies.jpg","location":"Germany","datetime":"Jul 31, 2008 1:31 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Jul 31, 2008 6:31 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"02a0d2185e4fb2a4":{"eid":"02a0d2185e4fb2a4","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Blondel Chocolates and +41 Make Sweet Collaborations With Nike & Alife","utc_ts":"1217574000","descrptn":"<\/a>Blondel Chocolats<\/a> in Lausanne, Switzerland certainly doesn't look hip or trendy. But looks can be deceiving. Tucked away on a cobblestone street, it's hard to believe they have produced some of the hippest chocolate collaborations of late (with some design help from the folks at +41).<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from +41 <\/a>created these delicious looking wonderful miniature milk and white chocolate shoes available for purchase:<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a><\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac, buy them here.<\/a>Not available for purchase but equally delectable are +41's large versions of the AF1 in dark and white chocolate:<\/a><\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The designers at +41<\/a> also helped to commemorate New York's ultra hot shoe and apparel store, ALIFE<\/a>, 's debut in Switzerland this past June 19th at GRAND<\/a> with a Blondel chocolate bar and choco-t shirt.<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and Cellophane<\/a> but both seem to be sold out everywhere.<\/a><\/a>Shop Alife<\/a> here.Blondel Chocolats began in 1850 and is world renowned for making delicious chocolates and confections. Be sure to stop by if ever in Lausanne!<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.chwww.chocolaterieblondel.ch<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/blondel-chocolates-make-sweet.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217628234","modified_date":"1217628234","type":"","lat_lon":"46.818188,8.227512","image":"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIj1j424wI\/AAAAAAAAR5U\/_WjwIxisBJk\/s400\/Picture+24.png","location":"Switzerland","datetime":"Aug 1, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"08c6dfef94a0c826":{"eid":"08c6dfef94a0c826","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Maude Decor's Patricia Baun: Floors With Flair","utc_ts":"1217746800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the Maude Decor website.<\/a>2005 Collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>2006 collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>zig zag series:<\/a>Letterbox series:<\/a><\/a>b&b series:<\/a><\/a>colour bars:<\/a>patches:<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Her Canadian Mountain rugs (based on topographical images of the actual mountians):<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Art prints of her Star Quest Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2006 Collection<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their gallery<\/a>. To download information and pricing details click here<\/a>.And finally, she has just released this stunning rug, a collaboration with artist\/designer Michael Staniszkis. Caaw is available exclusively at www.66degrees.com<\/a> for a limited time. Only 20 will be created. Finished size is 8'x12'. Each will be hand-painted, signed and dated.<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>Don't forget, there's more to see at Maude Decor.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/maude-decors-patricia-baun-floors-with.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217757140","modified_date":"1217757140","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOx-NpCL_I\/AAAAAAAASBU\/dYf63Vjqiek\/s400\/patricia1.png","datetime":"Aug 3, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2feefd04de91753a":{"eid":"2feefd04de91753a","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UK Artist Barnaby Bradford's Sick & Twisted Ceramics","utc_ts":"1217833200","descrptn":"<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover<\/a>Above: Imposter!<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful<\/a>Above: French Kiss<\/a>Above: J'adore Le Coq D'or<\/a>Above: Stick That On You Tube!<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>You may already be familiar with some of these:<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for Thorsten Van Elten.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise Bernardaud<\/a> is hosting an exhibition entitled Petits bouleversements au centre de la table (Minor revolutions at the center of the table).His website<\/a>contact info:Barnaby Barfordmob: +44 (0) 7870 643476e-mail:info@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>press@barnabybarford.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/uk-artist-barnaby-bradfords-sick.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217843983","modified_date":"1217843983","type":"","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s400\/marylambpiece.jpg","location":"Japan","datetime":"Aug 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"324a9502f2abb75e":{"eid":"324a9502f2abb75e","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"All The Olympic Posters Throughout History & The Story Behind Those 5 Rings","utc_ts":"1217919600","descrptn":"The 2008 Olympiad games begin this week in Beijing and so I thought I'd take this opportunity to share with you some fun Olympic design history as well as some present Olympic design-related news all this week. Today we'll start with the Olympic Posters, and the meaning behind the five rings.The very first Olympiad Games \"poster\"<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale here<\/a> on August 5. Approved by the International Olympic Committee, each set contains 25 posters, covering every edition of the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2004.<\/a>Printed on acid-free paper, each poster measures 500mm X 700mm.Buy them here<\/a> after August 5th.<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. Read it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/update-italian-designer-fabio-novembres.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","location":"Italy","datetime":"Aug 8, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 8, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a46dc234355ab3":{"eid":"01a46dc234355ab3","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jackson Clements Burrows' Cape Schanck House","utc_ts":"1218524400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: basement<\/a>Above: ground floor<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Pty Ltd Architects<\/strong><\/a>Location: Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia<\/strong>Project Team: Tim Jackson, Jon Clements, Graham Burrows, Kim Stapleton, George Fortey, Brett Nixon<\/strong>Design duration: 12 months<\/strong>Construction duration: 18 months<\/strong>Landscape: Site Office Landscape Architects<\/strong>Mechanical: Griepink & Ward Pty Ltd <\/strong>Structural: Adams Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd<\/strong>Contractor: BD Projects<\/strong>Constructed Area: 400 sqm<\/strong>Photographs: John Gollings<\/strong>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/jackson-clements-burrows-cape-schanck.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"258e8784784f6ab2":{"eid":"258e8784784f6ab2","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? These Chazelle Fireplaces Are Hot.","utc_ts":"1219302000","descrptn":"Chazelle fireplaces -- Chemin\u00e9es de Chazelle - offer a large range of enclosed fireplaces varying from rustic and traditional to modern and streamlined. Using materials like traditional stone, blue stone, granite, cement, metals and woods, they have wall mounted, inset, and traditional fireplaces that are as hot looking as they are functional. Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. 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Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? Here I am, rockin' the runway!<\/a><\/a>Go ahead, you know you wanna do it!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/hp-laptop-gets-fashion-makeover-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221272328","modified_date":"1221272328","type":"feed","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","location":"China","datetime":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"06636a76f6582422":{"eid":"06636a76f6582422","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BA DA \"BLING\": Hip Hop's Crown Jewels Go Up For Auction","utc_ts":"1221375600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Missy Elliot's diamond clad turntable ring will be auctioned.<\/a>Phillips de Pury & Company Presents \u201cHip Hop\u2019s Crown Jewels\u201d, the First Auction of Historic Hip Hop Jewelry, Pioneering a New Collecting Category. Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319Valencia CA 91354The photos in this post are courtesy of Michael Jantzen , arcspace and world architecture.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/m-vironments-m-velopes-m-house-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223723771","modified_date":"1223723771","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4545385460c4f23b":{"eid":"4545385460c4f23b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Confederate Motorcycles: Raw, Rugged, Rebellious & Rare (and rockin' design)","utc_ts":"1223794800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Pallottoliere:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpi1HCd1oI\/AAAAAAAAQx4\/neOGeyNWwdk\/s1600-h\/Matitone.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Add-On (heated towel rack) by Satyendra Pakhal\u00e9:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpjBqseCII\/AAAAAAAAQyA\/qO4MhaOG25s\/s1600-h\/Pallottoliere.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpjufGaoNI\/AAAAAAAAQyI\/afc83g-eRTE\/s1600-h\/add-on1.JPG\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpkA-8bTPI\/AAAAAAAAQyY\/AHxtTC77-qc\/s1600-h\/add-on2.JPG\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Squares (heated towel rack, available in square or rectangular):](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpj9YpndeI\/AAAAAAAAQyQ\/CN4_oJB9PEQ\/s1600-h\/add-on3.JPG\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>From](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpnZRG64VI\/AAAAAAAAQzY\/DFiVTsKgE08\/s1600-h\/square.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Medusa by Luigi Molinis:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpmHOx7anI\/AAAAAAAAQyg\/qHdFcLkXG6Q\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Cubo:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpmYAs2LsI\/AAAAAAAAQyo\/_U6_tI-MREI\/s1600-h\/Medusa-4.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Petra:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpmhauP1cI\/AAAAAAAAQyw\/RCICjU27A2I\/s1600-h\/Cubo-4.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Keyos:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpmpguk32I\/AAAAAAAAQy4\/2Dkj3abpT9o\/s1600-h\/Petra-2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Curval by Marcello Maniscalchi, Jessica Chon:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpmyum4deI\/AAAAAAAAQzA\/QySW5Oc3EZg\/s1600-h\/Kyos-1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpm_bYAPRI\/AAAAAAAAQzQ\/Fe_NyrfJNXo\/s1600-h\/curval2.JPG\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpm71Yl4TI\/AAAAAAAAQzI\/xHDb2nG9zwk\/s1600-h\/curval.JPG\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Honeycomb:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHppGSgBCdI\/AAAAAAAAQzo\/vqPmB4gK16E\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Millenium:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpp1y3pLqI\/AAAAAAAAQzw\/vy1fqoRHVY0\/s1600-h\/aeon+honeycomb.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Abacus:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpoIWvnHfI\/AAAAAAAAQzg\/uT9PXu1tcIU\/s1600-h\/aeon+millenium.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Abacus (illuminated):](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpp-49edJI\/AAAAAAAAQz4\/Vv4LtBn4ORc\/s1600-h\/aeon+abacus1.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Ecstacy:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpqIA0VxCI\/AAAAAAAAQ0A\/fIkLi3_DsBU\/s1600-h\/aeon+abacusglow.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Marbella (stone, concrete or granite):](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpqbDngJyI\/AAAAAAAAQ0I\/iAMsR4ApMQY\/s1600-h\/aeon+ecstacy.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Totem:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpqnAsSxoI\/AAAAAAAAQ0Q\/hay_mpu8uB4\/s1600-h\/aeon+marbella.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>And all of these unusual radiators from](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpqztVRSUI\/AAAAAAAAQ0Y\/om4J8RpkJ18\/s1600-h\/aeon+totem.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpw_SoVrVI\/AAAAAAAAQ1A\/-PeRY5UANow\/s1600-h\/Picture+16.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpw35lSFLI\/AAAAAAAAQ04\/vUqXRQe3QEM\/s1600-h\/Picture+17.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>CROK: crocodile textured leather set within a stainless steel frame:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpwzCCwF3I\/AAAAAAAAQ0w\/x5IMrzkUFcE\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpxqNZkBPI\/AAAAAAAAQ1Y\/51zB_DRkMYc\/s1600-h\/Picture+13.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpxkgRdc2I\/AAAAAAAAQ1Q\/fd2bFh2T6TU\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>FLOWER POWER:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpxgGrkvlI\/AAAAAAAAQ1I\/zibd6zYluW0\/s1600-h\/Picture+15.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpyueIRboI\/AAAAAAAAQ1w\/zeb6LPB2ytI\/s1600-h\/ridea-radiator-flower-power-2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpyfDKe3gI\/AAAAAAAAQ1o\/oAqakyoX42U\/s1600-h\/ridea-radiator-flower-power-3.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>ROSE: A contrasting handle on an etched panel](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpyZfo4SeI\/AAAAAAAAQ1g\/8gKEzpWE_zQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+2.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>LEAVES:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp0E-L2UFI\/AAAAAAAAQ2Q\/foPKEPsfgcU\/s1600-h\/Picture+3.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp0cuj1ygI\/AAAAAAAAQ2g\/W7xdd3OA0EU\/s1600-h\/Picture+5.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>CHEESE:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp0XS0LQvI\/AAAAAAAAQ2Y\/L0ZuTXJ9BJs\/s1600-h\/Picture+6.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>CHEESE B:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpzsBwmdoI\/AAAAAAAAQ2I\/hjqYszyvs70\/s1600-h\/Picture+9.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>HOLES:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpzkOXNEtI\/AAAAAAAAQ2A\/7QGUuPFeyrc\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>GARDEN: Three disks joined together with silver floral accents.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpzW2deMnI\/AAAAAAAAQ14\/xG7y_qMAVcU\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpwXzzf9rI\/AAAAAAAAQ0g\/JF5W9NGUFBo\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>And from](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHpwghozd3I\/AAAAAAAAQ0o\/5yOukQRCROI\/s1600-h\/Picture+20.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp4XHNtOhI\/AAAAAAAAQ3g\/0xcbz9wxnlw\/s1600-h\/Picture+16.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>the Know You Wood series:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp4rgsimMI\/AAAAAAAAQ3o\/AwY7lQP8oqA\/s1600-h\/heatwave.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp3i86nAtI\/AAAAAAAAQ3Y\/ddYpATaXsww\/s1600-h\/KNOW_011.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp3dvjpe3I\/AAAAAAAAQ3Q\/cgTfQZD49XQ\/s1600-h\/KNOW_013.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp3Yv_jM6I\/AAAAAAAAQ3I\/9NQMoHH984c\/s1600-h\/KNOW_005.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp3RICZ-xI\/AAAAAAAAQ3A\/Ziz2Q5yqmig\/s1600-h\/KNOW_004.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>From](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp3LlGJ-0I\/AAAAAAAAQ24\/qEhZpRv-CjY\/s1600-h\/KNOW_002.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Xtreme:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp5H8zS-II\/AAAAAAAAQ3w\/HYtX8ZtfaZs\/s1600-h\/Picture+12.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Zanzibar:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp5Vo85XTI\/AAAAAAAAQ34\/8OdgAgc3acM\/s1600-h\/extreme.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp6wB8cpKI\/AAAAAAAAQ4o\/CX6n9Sc6NLE\/s1600-h\/zanzibar3.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The La Scala:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp5hyU9WpI\/AAAAAAAAQ4A\/5tD1VqMgn0E\/s1600-h\/zanzibar.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp5wXgLb1I\/AAAAAAAAQ4Q\/5Me0IDCaKqI\/s1600-h\/laScala1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Outline:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp5r_BHH3I\/AAAAAAAAQ4I\/eixIiDN4Fi0\/s1600-h\/lascala2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp6D-tqrBI\/AAAAAAAAQ4g\/U5pKVB3Qfcg\/s1600-h\/outline2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The DNA:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp5_uDGaMI\/AAAAAAAAQ4Y\/u5d_qnrTqgE\/s1600-h\/outline1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp67R6xDbI\/AAAAAAAAQ4w\/EqzIqlBFJRo\/s1600-h\/dnadetail.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Hose:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp7cvRES9I\/AAAAAAAAQ44\/0yB_SBDAPUM\/s1600-h\/MHS_Boreas_Actual.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Nuage (illuminated):](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SH1ozxJ88jI\/AAAAAAAAQ9o\/FSWDvP9Y1tg\/s1600-h\/Hose.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Although not my the following radiators get bonus points for being unique:From](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SH1pEa0sRoI\/AAAAAAAAQ9w\/cZ6lz6yqrGI\/s1600-h\/Nuage.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>And for music lovers:The Piano, The Harp and the Pan Flute radiators from](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp99c1lgPI\/AAAAAAAAQ5A\/U8fJ0Sh4pnQ\/s1600-h\/radiatingstyles.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp_arkYjoI\/AAAAAAAAQ5Q\/FfyaTg1TxnY\/s1600-h\/carisa+piano.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHqCcV2cb-I\/AAAAAAAAQ5g\/ENgsjcdlBa4\/s1600-h\/harpcarisa.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/07\/cool-designs-to-keep-you-warm-heated.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHp06QYy1pI\/AAAAAAAAQ2o\/WDMekX3Dj7o\/s400\/fantasy_pop.jpg","media_url":null,"year":"2008","month":"7","day":"16","hour":"7","minute":"0","second":"0.000","score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1216299749","modified_date":"1216299749","type":"feed","datetime":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM PDT","specificity":"h","disp_date":"Jul 16, 2008 12 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3898d677d182c3cc":{"eid":"3898d677d182c3cc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Sorry Barbie, But Compared To Mooqla Dolls, You're Just PWT*","utc_ts":"1216623600","descrptn":"](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SHqCPY1MlfI\/AAAAAAAAQ5Y\/SqmtWsuL3Tk\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISN7X-uX2I\/AAAAAAAARSA\/QgvA7OaOJcU\/s1600-h\/mooqlasinpackaging.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO4ppiSzUI\/AAAAAAAARQQ\/gOw3aPCZqzM\/s1600-h\/130.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>If you don't know Mooqla dolls, you're about to be introduced to a series of exotically featured handmade silicone encased plastic dolls clad in the hippest of fashions. They make even Couture Barbie look like some serious *poor white trash.With delicate features and an almost pensive, sometimes sullen look, they are simultaneously beautiful and macabre.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOox3-73wI\/AAAAAAAARKA\/8KAjCckjiwk\/s1600-h\/Picture+1.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOneNvD3ZI\/AAAAAAAARJw\/EEbVfzyceW0\/s1600-h\/2007_8_16_2_6_12.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO_gH5ttnI\/AAAAAAAARRQ\/0M33Qlj8tQQ\/s1600-h\/summerlisaface.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIPBC1NhA2I\/AAAAAAAARRw\/-hzZuTcwz1E\/s1600-h\/0020.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Made in Russia by the talented Polina Voloshina, the collection consists of several different 'girls' whose fashions are simply fabulous. The detailing is incomparable and the craftsmanship in both the doll and the clothing is very impressive.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIPAZJdQJ4I\/AAAAAAAARRg\/bVmWgchHTjc\/s1600-h\/summersonya.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO1AKN0NlI\/AAAAAAAARPI\/5zARJYKNDTY\/s1600-h\/140.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOz5pKfmCI\/AAAAAAAARO4\/XX2qlXJ546s\/s1600-h\/136.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>A little American goth, a little Japanese anim\u00e9, a little French fashion and a lot of Russian craftsmanship and ... voila! Dolls that are stunning, bizarre and yes, expensive.Meet the girls.Summer Sonya:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOzyp31mnI\/AAAAAAAAROw\/NuuaB0doD0M\/s1600-h\/132.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOpMERkqpI\/AAAAAAAARKY\/y4wV0IcT5_U\/s1600-h\/sonyasnow.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOzdOa69tI\/AAAAAAAAROo\/tu2_W5SJ8vc\/s1600-h\/summersonya2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Victoria:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOzWZ9cqXI\/AAAAAAAAROg\/LyJOz5IwS-E\/s1600-h\/summersonya3.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOpEps2sYI\/AAAAAAAARKQ\/KURcihKy0cY\/s1600-h\/victoriaface.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOpawOO8AI\/AAAAAAAARKg\/4zMmnRaxHPo\/s1600-h\/2007_12_4_23_46_15.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Julia:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOpjLBHJLI\/AAAAAAAARKo\/BcfbZqKmPzU\/s1600-h\/victoria.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOqLVihRJI\/AAAAAAAARK4\/Zi12CE1bPHc\/s1600-h\/julia.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOqG3Kap-I\/AAAAAAAARKw\/KCRxXBg9YGs\/s1600-h\/juliafull.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO7BsKjrEI\/AAAAAAAARQw\/nLwB7VQY9c8\/s1600-h\/2008_3_9_22_44_37.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Maria:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO6hoyNH_I\/AAAAAAAARQo\/H9hkajIgaSk\/s1600-h\/2007_12_14_21_27_12.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO6S0tAk3I\/AAAAAAAARQg\/Abjg3RiwEqQ\/s1600-h\/mariaface.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOqay6q0qI\/AAAAAAAARLA\/6KWodejGIsw\/s1600-h\/maria.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOq_2JHSJI\/AAAAAAAARLI\/4zkDNlaIeak\/s1600-h\/maria2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Eve:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOrPqz1raI\/AAAAAAAARLQ\/syGmdXwJpBs\/s1600-h\/Picture+6.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOxl_8PwAI\/AAAAAAAAROI\/MuIl9LREF4k\/s1600-h\/2007_12_14_21_24_39.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOsHkHx2zI\/AAAAAAAARLw\/t_P_ScHBuMA\/s1600-h\/eveface.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOrsDANkaI\/AAAAAAAARLo\/OVciLIxl8yw\/s1600-h\/eve.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Summer Lora:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOrjXlimDI\/AAAAAAAARLY\/7tVfTaqgprc\/s1600-h\/evesweater.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOst0V4TTI\/AAAAAAAARMI\/wI0Bs3QZ6IA\/s1600-h\/lorasnow.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Lora:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOsgRRLV7I\/AAAAAAAARMA\/gL0xwDSzCfw\/s1600-h\/2007_8_16_2_25_24.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOx4DiqDKI\/AAAAAAAAROQ\/cp7V6OSQdoM\/s1600-h\/lora.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Summer Maya:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOsU1GStHI\/AAAAAAAARL4\/5kc-YxAI5Co\/s1600-h\/0018.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOt3xRSb8I\/AAAAAAAARMY\/kiqg5tVpies\/s1600-h\/summermaya.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Maya:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOuICFGWgI\/AAAAAAAARMg\/gzJxq7d3L_s\/s1600-h\/9857.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOtulkiTjI\/AAAAAAAARMQ\/qe6A487xT2M\/s1600-h\/summermaya1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Emilie:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOuRQbDVGI\/AAAAAAAARMo\/X_BO73JBJD0\/s1600-h\/mayasnow2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO9HmvDs3I\/AAAAAAAARRI\/NKnjDI_qe90\/s1600-h\/emiliecoffin.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO8-NC7YuI\/AAAAAAAARRA\/mPELRyYw1qs\/s1600-h\/2008_3_9_22_39_50.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Tanya:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO8RIyAYDI\/AAAAAAAARQ4\/ja_M86E--TM\/s1600-h\/2007_12_14_21_31_20.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Summer Tanya:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOuhvrVlXI\/AAAAAAAARM4\/HOBBdpYXfgY\/s1600-h\/tanyagun.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Sonya:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOvMtE_obI\/AAAAAAAARNQ\/0RV-z_T-MTw\/s1600-h\/summertanya.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Anna:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOvwNztVaI\/AAAAAAAARNo\/zT8cSOClOCY\/s1600-h\/sonya.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Summer Anna:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOyV-8B6JI\/AAAAAAAAROY\/TXTN47TmL9s\/s1600-h\/annadetail.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Summer Lisa:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOviuBVAgI\/AAAAAAAARNg\/EM169Qv8-dM\/s1600-h\/anna.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Who's behind these creatures?](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIOo_dTYTVI\/AAAAAAAARKI\/2mhU3Qjou-4\/s1600-h\/lisasnow.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>above: Moscow artist and creator Polina VoloshinaThe doll begins with a drawing by Polina:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO5vF2CJ3I\/AAAAAAAARQY\/EnlMgx2bFAw\/s1600-h\/polina-face.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>then a head is crafted:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO39p4UT2I\/AAAAAAAARQI\/KNJBD7Y71dc\/s1600-h\/main.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>a silicone encased plastic body that articulates in nine ways is created:](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO2SaZDTSI\/AAAAAAAARPw\/sbPi4CEEuqQ\/s1600-h\/head.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>the doll is then sanded and polished to perfection:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO2Zg2E7wI\/AAAAAAAARP4\/DLMYl71F7Jw\/s1600-h\/clothes.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>and then clad in stunningly designed fashion ensembles, complete with accessories.The accessory detailing is really incredible:](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO25paQZfI\/AAAAAAAARQA\/wpKX7KhC_D4\/s1600-h\/polish.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Prices start at approximately $350.00 USD for the dolls. Additional outfits start at $79.00 USD.In France, you can purchase them](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIO1xGUFT_I\/AAAAAAAARPQ\/_WLShcwFaKU\/s1600-h\/summersonyashoes.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Or you can buy them from](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SISQT3Gy-ZI\/AAAAAAAARSI\/SfdnMHq5sUw\/s1600-h\/bunny.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a> This time the designer chose the credit card as an inspiration. Once again the bag is available exclusively at](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SInYt7ZHPCI\/AAAAAAAARaU\/GghglHYi1-U\/s1600-h\/Picture+17.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The Orb\u2122 is a new generation of mobile structures created specifically to appeal across three distinct markets: commercial show units, holiday or vacation park homes and adaptable home offices.Built to a standard far beyond that of comparable structures using marine technology, it is both incredibly durable, lightweight and transportable.The Orb\u2122 was born of](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8YzSoZysI\/AAAAAAAARtE\/pKebEQcmrb0\/s1600-h\/Picture+35.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8YHjz6P_I\/AAAAAAAARsk\/Ufe30S1uF8E\/s1600-h\/homeOfficeUnique.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8YBetj-lI\/AAAAAAAARsc\/XqEIKRC27JI\/s1600-h\/homeOfficeUniqueElipticalShape.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8YfcZytcI\/AAAAAAAARs8\/TPokHF75hBY\/s1600-h\/homeOfficemonoCoqueConstruction.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable garden office. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8YYeiNMiI\/AAAAAAAARs0\/0juApPAP7Y4\/s1600-h\/homeOfficeIntegralChassis.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Orb Home Office is available in the following standard size: 4m x 3m.* Architect designed* GRP construction with integral insulation* Large double-glazed front window* Flexible interiors and layout* Under floor heating* Easy access rear door* Integral chassis* 4 adjustable legs* Structural 3 year warranty* Integrated services* Choice of exterior finishes* Many optional extrasThe Orb Holiday Home:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8Xo4qgxtI\/AAAAAAAARsU\/EmAQ9YVoSNc\/s1600-h\/CorporateSpecification.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8ZTNVVQuI\/AAAAAAAARtc\/RPTn5oVSi3c\/s1600-h\/holidayParkHomeTheOrb.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Orb has been designed to sleep 7 people comfortably, whether it's young couples who like to spend holidays or weekends with an assortment of friends, or couples with kids who like to holiday with or without extended family.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8ZMzonYzI\/AAAAAAAARtU\/v8NroDw0Gf8\/s1600-h\/holidayParkHomeUniqueBrand.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Orb's monocoque construction is more durable and long lasting than any other traditionally built structure on the market. The Orb will come with a minimum 5-year structural warranty.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8ZJXIst8I\/AAAAAAAARtM\/GLAloLOs8VE\/s1600-h\/holidayParkHomeUniqueElipticalShape.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The materials and technology used in the Orb's construction are exactly the same as in marine construction. Boats are designed to be incredibly strong, lightweight and water resistant - so is the Orb! Being light weight it will be easy to move on site. This makes it for coastal locations, where it will withstand extreme weather conditions much better than the traditional park home.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparible mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8aGaXSuhI\/AAAAAAAARts\/FtZFCxey2v4\/s1600-h\/holidayParkHomeIntegralChassis.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Orb Holiday Home is available in the following standard size: 4m x 12m.* Architect designed* GRP construction* Integral insulation* Large double-glazed windows* Choice of interiors and layouts* Under floor heating* Integrated services* Easy access doors* Integral chassis* Unique removable wheels* 8 adjustable legs* Push and pull points* Structural 3 year warranty* Choice of interior & exterior finishesThe Orb for Corporate use:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8ZhfQ07cI\/AAAAAAAARtk\/yAQyvClJLc0\/s1600-h\/holidayParkHomeSpecification.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Orb's continuous shell makes it an branding proposition. A full graphic wrap that may be updated or changed as required can be applied to create a distinct brand differentiator.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8XaHV5NJI\/AAAAAAAARr8\/zP9A_JFKwbk\/s1600-h\/CorporateMonocoqueConstruction3.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>A large, visible display window provides a perfect showcase for merchandise or can be left open for public access from either or both ends. The interiors can be bespoke or modular to fit your requirements, designed by our specialist interior design team.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8XeX9S28I\/AAAAAAAARsE\/pqKfQIHoZFs\/s1600-h\/CorporateIntegralConstruction.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Its unique look and streamlined shape will help your brand stand out amongst a sea of boxes.Each Orb\u2122 is constructed to a standard far beyond that of any other comparable mobile structure. They are built to last and each model comes with the following high specification -](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SI8XU6xKueI\/AAAAAAAARr0\/_4YOGLwfRfw\/s1600-h\/PinkFrontView.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Most Nixie tube clocks ordinarily look a little steam punk and a little scientific a la Thomas Dolby. But I found a few companies that make nixie clocks pretty enough for almost anyone's taste. The neon tubes, when combined with blackened bronze, silver chrome, and stunning woods, become an unusual blend of science and art, making a functional item a pretty piece of home decor.What is a digital Nixie Tube?](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJHo4uefluI\/AAAAAAAAR4U\/GJfD-VT4Bn8\/s1600-h\/modernnixies.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>A nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information. The glass tube contains a wire-mesh anode, and multiple cathodes in the shape of Arabic numerals. Applying power to one cathode surrounds it with an orange glow discharge. The tube is filled with a gas at low pressure, usually mostly neon and often a little mercury and\/or argon, in a Penning mixture (Weston 1968), (Bylander 1979,).](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyZNCLxAzI\/AAAAAAAARj0\/tmOt_-07YRw\/s1600-h\/nixie_cathode_anode.gif\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>above: A typical Nixie tube clock.How Nixie Tubes work:Each glass tube typically contains 10 or more individual cathode wires in the shape of numbers or letters. The cathodes are stacked so that different numerals appear at different depths, unlike a planar display in which all numerals are on the same plane relative to the viewer. The anode is a transparent metal mesh wrapped around the front of the display. The tube is filled with the inert gas neon (and other gases) with a small amount of mercury. When an electric potential of 120 to 180 volts DC is applied between the anode and any cathode, the gas near the cathode breaks down and the digit spreads into a glow.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyYUuSZxQI\/AAAAAAAARjs\/_CK9n1Fl8BU\/s1600-h\/800px-Nixie_clock.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>1. The NIXIE desk clock](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyRfRX5ALI\/AAAAAAAARis\/Bax_zA4qpPA\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Silver plated bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The desk clock easures 6\"H x 11.5\"W x 2.5\"D and is available in Blackened bronze, Natural bronze, Silver plated2. The NIXIE wall clock](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyRMJByl-I\/AAAAAAAARiM\/8zNH3ILC92s\/s1600-h\/CLOCK-Bedside-Nixie.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Bronze exterior with digital nixie tubes.The wall clock measures 21.25\"H x 9.5\"W x 2\"D and comes in Blackened bronze or Natural bronze 3. The WOODEN NIXIE Grandfather clock](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyG-axf62I\/AAAAAAAARhM\/KteZdXrsy_k\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyRP-2G6LI\/AAAAAAAARiU\/eUER7nXAABQ\/s1600-h\/nixiebigcomp.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyRTEeqHGI\/AAAAAAAARic\/YG2coSJGN-o\/s1600-h\/oakclock.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyRWnJEU4I\/AAAAAAAARik\/HK11Nc2m3lI\/s1600-h\/oakclock_Close.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyRHPDkzaI\/AAAAAAAARiE\/nnuMDJTHHes\/s1600-h\/CLARO_GRANDF.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Wood exterior with digital nixie tubes.Measures 75\"H x 10.75\"W x 7\"D and is available in American white oak \/ Dark oak finish, Osage orange \/ Natural oil finish, Claro walnut \/ Natural oil finishKnown mostly for their hand crafted wood furniture, BDDW makes stunning tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps and rugs, too. You can inquire about their nixie clocks and see all their beautiful furniture and rug designs as well](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyPejJnygI\/AAAAAAAARhs\/h1rLas2tt50\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy17fg3u2I\/AAAAAAAARk0\/TJQmJR4_M_0\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Another company making Nixie tube clocks that have updated them with wood and chrome finishes is](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy12ORlUrI\/AAAAAAAARks\/1qpSh8qtLIw\/s1600-h\/Picture+12.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIyaX8m0HfI\/AAAAAAAARj8\/MiQJjuLdG_s\/s1600-h\/V400_TOP.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy8YnSCa0I\/AAAAAAAARlc\/MTfBU0B_dhM\/s1600-h\/v300_nixie_clock_1.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>As is this lovely one made by Karlsson:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy3x_L7yaI\/AAAAAAAARlE\/dDBttwq8yOE\/s1600-h\/nixie_tube_clock_in18_side2.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Check out their inventory and pricing](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy3POkAl4I\/AAAAAAAARk8\/lbeARoW4msY\/s1600-h\/karls_detail5.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy_rjEJpDI\/AAAAAAAARl8\/BvQGplOgSU8\/s1600-h\/NIXIE%28a%29.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: wallclock with Nixie-tubes, steel, L32,5 x H 16cm, incl. adaptor](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIy_fM9fH9I\/AAAAAAAARlk\/NNFJOFcHGGQ\/s1600-h\/puhlmannnixieclock.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: The interior of Blondel Chocolats, always packed with both locals and tourists.For the 25th anniversary of Nike's Air Force 1, designers from](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIldyGGXyI\/AAAAAAAAR6M\/jfbO7vVPpmA\/s1600-h\/Picture+26.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>1 pack = 3 boxes (1 pair per box) price, which includes shipping, is 30 \u20ac,](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIZ2EjUTHI\/AAAAAAAAR40\/T5yE4XvmhN0\/s1600-h\/Picture+16.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>mini choco sneakers pack (1 pack = 3 boxes, one each of Dunks, 1 Trainers and Blazers.Price is 30 \u20ac,](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIZygYSJMI\/AAAAAAAAR4s\/KwjtS46QE0Q\/s1600-h\/Picture+15.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIZoDvMVHI\/AAAAAAAAR4k\/YOZgNhIu9dM\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>And here are a few pics of Blondel's chocolate chief Bastien creating these yummy kicks:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIZgGvgUII\/AAAAAAAAR4c\/vM3HbzsRp1I\/s1600-h\/Picture+7.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The designers at](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIk0aEQ68I\/AAAAAAAAR50\/8JiRUtwVJEk\/s1600-h\/Picture+32.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The 'ALIFE CHOCO-PACK' (Choco T-Shirt and Blondel's chocolate bar) were available only at the Grand boutique located at Traugottstrasse 9, near Escher-Wyss Platz, and](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIbupuzGWI\/AAAAAAAAR5E\/olKpyCzsHBk\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Shop](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIveZryK7I\/AAAAAAAAR6c\/XAeFhZj0ZVY\/s1600-h\/Picture+32.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: chocolatiers Yves and Bastien in the kitchen of Blondel's.Blondel, Chocolats finsrue de Bourg 51003 Lausanneblondel@chocolaterieblondel.ch](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJIskXcanwI\/AAAAAAAAR6U\/VzTQ9VjozN4\/s1600-h\/yves+and+bastien.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>When I fist learned of Maude Decor and Patricia Baun (shown above), she simply had fabulous hand-painted canvas rugs which were first introduced in 2002. Those alone were worth a blog post. However, now the range has greatly expanded to include silk, flax and wool rugs, art prints, wall hangings and more-- all graphic and colorful and unique. Even unusual collections inspired by Canadian Mountains and Constellations.Maude D\u00e9cor\u2019s canvas rugs can be crafted from any design in their collections \u2013 or custom made to the design of your desire. They are available with non skid backings and look great in commercial or residential spaces, kitchens or living rooms.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJO6gXQh41I\/AAAAAAAASEc\/-TjNskCC3VA\/s1600-h\/logo.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>They are kid and pet friendly, keep your feet cool, easy to clean, fade and stain resistent...what more could you want from a rug?](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJO7bNo8jJI\/AAAAAAAASEs\/mEgifZ0o7pM\/s1600-h\/newsIndex.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Below are some of the canvas rugs. Keep in mind that each is available in several different color combinations and well as sizes. Patricia is so prolific and has so many designs, collections and options that I am not showing all of the products, so be sure to visit the](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJO7F3-v_kI\/AAAAAAAASEk\/gYR6p5igkIQ\/s1600-h\/md_catalogue_08_Page_05_Image_0001.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Just a few from her Star Quest series (like having litle galaxies on your floor):](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJO4k0QdpkI\/AAAAAAAASEE\/CbDGxaFgi0s\/s1600-h\/Picture+30.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>below are just a few uses of her rugs.](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJPEpi9tShI\/AAAAAAAASHE\/mqz0BZm3qR4\/s1600-h\/Picture+1.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Their rug designs are also available in made-to-order hand-tufted or hand-knotted wool, silk, flax or combinations thereof:](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJOyqDK_DzI\/AAAAAAAASBs\/OAM2_6h0ibc\/s1600-h\/md_catalogue_08_Page_02_Image_0001.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Since her rugs really are 'art', it's no wonder she offers them as prints too.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJPEJt02emI\/AAAAAAAASG8\/jqcvEau_Fxg\/s1600-h\/md_catalogue_08_Page_49_Image_0001.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Art prints of her Canadian Mountains Series](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJPBz6YIzoI\/AAAAAAAASGM\/N2ukulfT3Eo\/s1600-h\/Picture+41.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Art prints of her 2005 CollectionAvailable on paper, the prints come in two sizes (6\u201d X 9\u201d or 8\u201d X 12\u201d) and can be selected from any of the options displayed in their](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJPCaIn9oqI\/AAAAAAAASGc\/zxmljz6v9_Q\/s1600-h\/Picture+39.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Mary Had A Little LambBarnaby Barford is an artist whose produced works you've probably seen on blogs, in design magazines and in the hippest of stores. But as an artist, his ceramic work may not be as familiar to you.He creates unique narrative pieces using primarily found objects (both mass-manufactured and antique figurines) and turns them into sinister, sardonic and humorous sculptures. Well-known sentimental figurines from companies like Disney, for example, become characters in his twisted narratives, taking on an explicitly vulgar appearance that express some fundamental truths.Here are a few of his one-off pieces from the collection he calls Private Lives:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJYkLXMxsOI\/AAAAAAAASY8\/ll8zUOMlfYw\/s1600-h\/marylambpiece.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: She Needs More Than A Makeover](\"http:\/\/bp0.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItn2MdnvOI\/AAAAAAAAReU\/z_Io_FlBx_I\/s1600-h\/sheneedsmorethanamakeover.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Dear lord, for what we are about to receive make us truely (sic) thankful](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItnflAbHlI\/AAAAAAAAReE\/CmXcuoJxQBc\/s1600-h\/dearlord.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: That Wasn't In The Script!About Barnaby Barford:Barnaby Barford (b. 1977) graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2002. He has been the subject of several solo exhibitions in the UK, and has shown in major exhibitions in the US and Japan. In 2004 he was named Young Designer of the Year by Wallpaper magazine.](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItmoEueBSI\/AAAAAAAARdc\/RWLffJSBBII\/s1600-h\/That_wasn%27t_in_the_script.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above photo of Barnaby by Sam HoldenAs well as creating his one-off pieces, Barford has made projection based installations, worked with prestigious companies including Nymphenburg and has designed products for](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItnQs341cI\/AAAAAAAARd8\/7RB9Lbz0nD0\/s1600-h\/aboutsamholdenphoto.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Stamp Cups designed with Valeria Miglioli for Thorsten Van Elten.](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItqPe_84JI\/AAAAAAAARec\/OaVlHNdFUWc\/s1600-h\/stampcups.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Solitaire Olive Bowl, O's and X's Ashtray, Battleships Napkins designed with Andr\u00e9 Klauser for](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItrJ7o5DdI\/AAAAAAAARes\/q7mCVvX9bKc\/s1600-h\/solitairebattleshipashtray.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Limited edition set of Global Service (World Plates) in blue or pink, designed for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, M\u00fcnich.His most recent exhibit:](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SItrCHapbTI\/AAAAAAAARek\/_FiGhWimI-U\/s1600-h\/worldplatesforNymphenburg.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>From June 24 to October 15, 2008 the Fondation d\u2019entreprise](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SIt4CB6svvI\/AAAAAAAARfM\/ObqhixlhzWQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+32.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: No official poster was made for the 1896 Olympic Games, but the cover page of the official report is often used to refer to the Games of the I Olympiad. The inscription \"776-1896\", like the drawing as a whole: the Olympic stadium in a newly designed horseshoe shape, the Acropolis, the girl personifying the goddess Athena and presenting the branch of wild olive intended for the victor, mark the bond between the Games of Antiquity and the first Games of the modern era.Below are the posters from both the Summer and the Winter Olympiad Games throughout history. Click on the images below to enlarge.](\"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s1600-h\/Athens_1896.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>A collection of official posters from past Olympic Games will go on sale](\"http:\/\/bp3.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJccQPYag4I\/AAAAAAAASb0\/UW-RHqn3cGA\/s1600-h\/Picture+1.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>A little background on the Olympic Rings for you:\"These five rings -- blue, yellow, black, green and red -- represent the five parts of the world now encompassed by Olympism and ready to compete against each other. Moreover, the six colours (including the white background) thus combined represent those of all nations, without exception. The blue and yellow of Sweden, the blue and white of Greece, the French, English, American, German, Belgian, Italian and Hungarian tricolours, the yellow and red of Spain are side by side with the new Brazilian and Australian flags, the old Japan and the new China. It is a true international emblem.\" Coubertin (Selected Writings II, p. 460, 1913).<\/em><\/em> As an image of Olympism, Coubertin thought the rings had deep significance: that of the union between men. He multiplied the image to create a total of five rings. He designed and commissioned the Olympic flag to mark the 20th anniversary of the IOC's founding, on 23rd June 1914 in Paris. Coubertin never said nor wrote that he saw a link between the colours of the rings and the continents. For him, the five rings represented the union of the five continents, but the colours were merely those that appeared in all the different national flags at the time.Did You Know?<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.<\/a>Above: Wang Min, Design Director of the 2008 Beijing Olympics\"We had to walk the line between East and West in the design process,\" Wang Min, the dean of the school of design at CAFA<\/a>, explains.\"What we had to bear in mind is not to turn the Beijing Olympic Games entirely into a celebration of Chinese culture. It needed to have a global feel.\"<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".<\/a>\"The images are a distinct form of traditional Chinese art, revealing the concept of gangrou bingji, or coupling hardness and softness,\" Hang says, \"It is like doing taichi, even though the movement is slow and peaceful, it requires a certain strength.\"<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/designing-2008-olympic-pictograms.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR9aUMX0I\/AAAAAAAASvs\/8gxx2FiHQyE\/s400\/4_Athletics_pictogram.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 2:34 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"185cbba372eebc5c":{"eid":"185cbba372eebc5c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Gentlemen, Start Your Jewelry: Sterling Rings Cast From Car Keys.","utc_ts":"1218127800","descrptn":"VW:<\/a>Mustang:<\/a>Mercury:<\/a>Chrysler:<\/a>Chevrolet:<\/a>Cadillac:<\/a>From Keil Mead. $90.00 apiece.Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/gentlemen-start-your-jewelry-sterling.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsoxq09BRI\/AAAAAAAASwk\/lNsdXl2grzc\/s400\/VW.png","datetime":"Aug 7, 2008 4:50 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 7, 2008 9:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26efbcffe1fe93fa":{"eid":"26efbcffe1fe93fa","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Update: Italian Designer Fabio Novembre's Newest Products","utc_ts":"1218178800","descrptn":"<\/a>In early 2007 I wrote about unusual designer\/architect Fabio Novembre<\/a> and reproduced an interview he did with Icon Magazine. Well, he's been a busy boy since then and 2008 proved to be a prolific year for him that included several lust-worthy items.<\/a>His \"him\" and \"her\" chairs are made from polyethylene and are available in black, red and white (but not the green). Produced by Casamania<\/a>.<\/a>Above: Her chair in black<\/a>Above His chair in white<\/a>Above: the designer with his Her chairBuy them here.<\/a>His collection of furniture called Histograms for Meritalia<\/a> was also introduced this year:<\/a><\/a><\/a>His \"slow the flow' water faucets are beautiful:<\/a><\/a>Above: His organic curving water faucets for rubinetteria stella<\/a>, 2008The above faucets are a nice compliment to his bathroom sink, toilet and bidet named the Void System, produced by Flaminia<\/a>:<\/a>His crazy funky Divina sofa is produced in a limited edition by Driade.<\/a><\/a>The Divina is a reclining female figure built into the leather tufted sofa. Created on a stainless steel frame and stuffed with polyurethane foam.Buy it here.<\/a>He also created this lovely series of 8 silver plated brass trays based on Piazzas (or town squares) in Italy for Driade. below are all the trays in the series which were first shown at the Draide showroom at the Milan furniture fair last April.<\/a>100 PIAZZE by Fabio Novembre<\/a> for Driade<\/a>Above: FIRENZE by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25,4 P. 34,5 H. 10,2<\/a>Above: LUCCA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 25 P. 35 H. 10<\/a>Above: MILANO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 38,2 P. 43 H. 11,7<\/a>Above: PALMANOVA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 58,5 P. 67 H. 10,5<\/a>Above: ROMA by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 29 P. 34 H. 13,8<\/a>Above: TORINO by Fabio Novembre in silver plate L. 35 P. 65,5 H. 8,7<\/a>Above: VENARIA REALE by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 29 P. 36,8 H. 8,8<\/a>Above: VIGEVANO by Fabio Novembre, in silver plate L. 20,8 P. 55 H. 13The pieces are available for purchase here<\/a> , here<\/a> and here.<\/a><\/a>Above: designer\/architect Fabio Novembre.His website<\/a>His blog<\/a>Be sure to see my other post on him which shows several of his unusual pieces and interiors as well as a great interview. Read it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/update-italian-designer-fabio-novembres.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218191395","modified_date":"1218191395","type":"","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJSqGB-_AiI\/AAAAAAAASJs\/TYojMXhC994\/s400\/himher_2008_7.jpg","location":"Italy","datetime":"Aug 8, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 8, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a46dc234355ab3":{"eid":"01a46dc234355ab3","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Jackson Clements Burrows' Cape Schanck House","utc_ts":"1218524400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: basement<\/a>Above: ground floor<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Pty Ltd Architects<\/strong><\/a>Location: Cape Schanck, Victoria, Australia<\/strong>Project Team: Tim Jackson, Jon Clements, Graham Burrows, Kim Stapleton, George Fortey, Brett Nixon<\/strong>Design duration: 12 months<\/strong>Construction duration: 18 months<\/strong>Landscape: Site Office Landscape Architects<\/strong>Mechanical: Griepink & Ward Pty Ltd <\/strong>Structural: Adams Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd<\/strong>Contractor: BD Projects<\/strong>Constructed Area: 400 sqm<\/strong>Photographs: John Gollings<\/strong>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/jackson-clements-burrows-cape-schanck.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKEcUWIne2I\/AAAAAAAATKc\/aCxIp3Z1b3g\/s400\/Picture+2.png","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"258e8784784f6ab2":{"eid":"258e8784784f6ab2","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market","utc_ts":"1218582000","descrptn":"<\/a>Eight cool things you may not have known existed.Clockwise from upper left:1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug5. The wall mountable charging frame6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/crazy-eights-eight-new-unusual-items-on.html","img_url":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218613337","modified_date":"1218613337","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/www.thisnext.com\/media\/blogit\/6EDA1AA6.jpg","datetime":"Aug 12, 2008 11:00 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 12, 2008 4:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"003a51ff26cc2b14":{"eid":"003a51ff26cc2b14","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak","utc_ts":"1218811500","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.<\/a><\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d<\/a><\/a>Above: testing out the cool new green transportation<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? These Chazelle Fireplaces Are Hot.","utc_ts":"1219302000","descrptn":"Chazelle fireplaces -- Chemin\u00e9es de Chazelle - offer a large range of enclosed fireplaces varying from rustic and traditional to modern and streamlined. Using materials like traditional stone, blue stone, granite, cement, metals and woods, they have wall mounted, inset, and traditional fireplaces that are as hot looking as they are functional. Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:<\/a>The Antalya:<\/a>The Arche:<\/a>The Arlequin:<\/a>The Bambou:<\/a>The Biarritz:<\/a>The Boat:<\/a>The Fura:<\/a>The Fura Twin:<\/a>The Galet:<\/a>The Hossegor:<\/a>The Linea:<\/a>The Louise:<\/a>The Malte:<\/a>The Oostende:<\/a>The Opole:<\/a>The Pivoines:<\/a>The Tokyo:<\/a>The Venlo:<\/a>The Vittoria:<\/a>The Voissay:<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go here.<\/a><\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Founded in 1986, <\/a>JL Baril<\/a> has gained worldwide renown as a company that specializes in high-end quality faucets. In 2003, JL Baril joined forces with Lichen<\/a>, a full-service communications firm that has a serious penchant for product design, creation and innovation. Always on the lookout for technical advances and creative developments around the world, JL Baril and Lichen consistently offer solutions and products which combine cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking design.Below are some of their most unsual faucets for kitchen and\/or bathrooms.GRAZIE is a single-hole, single-lever bathroom faucet, that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand. Available with several choices of levers as shown below, as well as the one at the beginning of this post:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M<\/a><\/a><\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!<\/a><\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:<\/a>Go here to a site dedicated to the M faucet.<\/a>FUR:<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!<\/a>VELA<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). 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The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. 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Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? 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Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. Mc Bean Parkway, Suite 319Valencia CA 91354The photos in this post are courtesy of Michael Jantzen , arcspace and world architecture.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/m-vironments-m-velopes-m-house-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223723771","modified_date":"1223723771","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s400\/m-velopes.jpg","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 11, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4545385460c4f23b":{"eid":"4545385460c4f23b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Confederate Motorcycles: Raw, Rugged, Rebellious & Rare (and rockin' design)","utc_ts":"1223794800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate motorcycles are raw, rebellious, rugged and very rare. With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... 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I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>The results of a survey carried out in six countries (Australia, Germany, India, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) in 1995 showed that 92% of those questioned correctly the Olympic rings, which made them the most-recognized symbol in the world. They were followed by the McDonald's and Shell emblems (88%), Mercedes (74%) and the United Nations (36%). source: SRI Sponsorship Research International http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/all-olympic-posters-throught-history.html","img_url":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1217965137","modified_date":"1217965137","type":"","lat_lon":"39.905556,116.395833","image":"http:\/\/bp1.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJchybb7J7I\/AAAAAAAASd0\/_yvkbXELb5E\/s400\/Athens_1896.jpg","location":"Beijing","datetime":"Aug 5, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 5, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3067076de420ca24":{"eid":"3067076de420ca24","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Designing The 2008 Olympic Pictograms & Pictures of Years Past","utc_ts":"1218119640","descrptn":"](\"http:\/\/bp2.blogger.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJhbF7-hX1I\/AAAAAAAASlU\/aH8OLFeMHAA\/s1600-h\/Picture+3.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above Left: Inscriptions on the Gui bronze vessels, Above Right: Pictograms of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGGraphic designers had to consider how to create a look that represented China, but also how to design images that would be attractive to an international audience, ARCOG (the Art Research Center for the Olympic Games) deputy director Hang Hai explains.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsR0F5x0gI\/AAAAAAAASvk\/ZNNaq6qyg-g\/s1600-h\/2_bronze_vessel_inscriptions.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Designers working at the Art Research Center for the Olympic GamesPhoto and graphic courtesy of ARCOGThe team designed simple but aesthetic patterns, based on jingwen, the script found on 2,000-year-old bronze carvings to represent 35 different Olympic sports and 20 Paralympic sports displayed in \"pictograms\".](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsJFC-8-lI\/AAAAAAAASs8\/Ghx9PRdJ-Jw\/s1600-h\/workingonthem.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: the final pictogramsUnlike commercial design companies, the atmosphere at ARCOG is less high pressured and more academic. Many staff like to address their team leaders as \"teacher\" rather than \"boss\".Hang expresses his appreciation for all the ARCOG team members. \"There is no need to push hard on my students. As artists, they will throw themselves entirely into the artwork.\"Some 200 CAFA undergraduate and postgraduate students signed up for Olympic-related graphic design projects, but many of them quit or a few found jobs upon graduation. For most, the design process -complicated by the inordinate attention focused on the Beijing Olympics - proved to be too tedious to bear, according to Hang. That is why there are only 20 full time designers on the team, he adds.The study of graphic design has risen dramatically in the country. In the past decade, the number of design schools and programs has grown to more than 1,000.Pictograms from some past Summer Olympics:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsQPnUoMjI\/AAAAAAAASvU\/pdOo9qGLuVY\/s1600-h\/symbols.gif\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>And some winter Olympic pictograms of years past:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJsN27End3I\/AAAAAAAASuc\/AfNffVkBNnE\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks. And, it was invented by an 18 year old from Ontario.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWcoMaoY3I\/AAAAAAAATbA\/pVuB6guYrR4\/s1600-h\/Picture+1.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Uno by Ben Gulak. Tomorrow's Transportation Today.Cost to Develop: $45,000Time: 2 years](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWaRgEmuII\/AAAAAAAATaI\/uXhOrPTj3HA\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The inspiration for the cycle came when 18 year old Ben Gulak visited China in 2006 and was amazed at the overwhelming pollution that completely blocked the view of the surrounding country as his airplane came in for landing. He realized that much of that smog was coming from the thousands of motor scooters whizzing through the streets and figured that there had to be a better way.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWdqlu2IFI\/AAAAAAAATbQ\/JIthMXJ9W3k\/s1600-h\/crazybikeBNS_468x679.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak, an incoming member of the MIT Class of 2012, rides the 'Uno'--a scooter-like vehicle he invented that was named the top invention of the year by Popular Science. Photo courtesy \/ Glenn Roberts, Motorcycle Mojo MagazineThe design he came up with has two wheels mounted side by side, very close together, and powered by electric motors. A computerized control system keeps the vehicle balanced, in a system similar to the Segway personal transporter. But unlike that vehicle, which is ridden in a standing position and is not considered a street vehicle, Gulak's \"Uno\" is ridden like a motorcycle and designed for ordinary roads.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWY8pn2pVI\/AAAAAAAATZo\/bES6KnJNJx8\/s1600-h\/gulak-2-enlarged.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Operating the Uno is so simple that it requires no controls at all. There is only an on-off switch. Once it's on, the driver accelerates by leaning forward, stops by leaning back, and steers by leaning to the side. By sitting upright, the driver can balance in one spot.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWd3znieUI\/AAAAAAAATbY\/kWNN3E2iv9k\/s1600-h\/crazybikeBNS_468x666.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: inventor Ben Gulak with his Uno.Gulak put off college for a year (now 19, he enrolls at MIT this fall) and began building the Uno at a motorcycle shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles, so it can house the side-by-side wheels.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWakTlLmXI\/AAAAAAAATag\/FfgUIOkr690\/s1600-h\/Picture+5.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Ben Gulak sits on his self-balancing electric \u201cunicycle\u201d in its early stages outside his home near Toronto. Photo by John B. CarnettBut he quickly realized that he was out of his depth in the electronics department: He would ride the Uno for a few seconds, and the circuitry would catch fire. So he contacted Trevor Blackwell, a robotics engineer who specializes in self-balancing software. With Blackwell\u2019s help, Gulak equipped the Uno with a gyroscope and a control system that both keeps the rider balanced over the tires and manages the suspension. The Uno\u2019s two wheelchair motors should, theoretically, give it a top speed of 40 mph, but for safety\u2019s sake, Gulak hasn\u2019t taken it above 15 mph yet. \u201cThe only way to figure out if an alteration works is to jump on and ride the thing,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m pretty sure I chipped my kneecap in one crash.\u201dGulak\u2019s next task is reworking the suspension to handle more drastic leans, but he says he may need some help writing the code that keeps the Uno balanced at faster speeds. \u201cThe fundamental tech is figured out,\u201d he says. \u201cIt just needs the right people to tweak it.\u201d](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWZDdkVq0I\/AAAAAAAATZw\/64pyzPv4A_s\/s1600-h\/invent_uno_1.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>above: Inventor Ben Gulak, of Milton, OntarioThanks to Popular Science, Motorcycle Mojo magazine and MIT news for images and infoWant to invest in it?Contact info:BPG-Technologiesben.gulak@hotmail.comPhone - 416 727 4794http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/tomorrows-transportation-today-uno-by.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1218830887","modified_date":"1218830887","type":"","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWc2ObTHBI\/AAAAAAAATbI\/_GLYbnQ4sHA\/s400\/invent_uno_main.jpg","location":"China","datetime":"Aug 15, 2008 2:45 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 15, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"40d5eeea24f46ca8":{"eid":"40d5eeea24f46ca8","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Need To Add Some Warmth To Your Home? These Chazelle Fireplaces Are Hot.","utc_ts":"1219302000","descrptn":"Chazelle fireplaces -- Chemin\u00e9es de Chazelle - offer a large range of enclosed fireplaces varying from rustic and traditional to modern and streamlined. Using materials like traditional stone, blue stone, granite, cement, metals and woods, they have wall mounted, inset, and traditional fireplaces that are as hot looking as they are functional. Below are a few of their more contemporary designs.The Aleria:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKWbh1PnH4I\/AAAAAAAATa4\/PxumYfnuMhY\/s1600-h\/gulak-3.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Antalya:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s1600-h\/aleria.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Arche:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRJYTLeEYI\/AAAAAAAATVo\/SugpyEBZkn8\/s1600-h\/antalya.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Arlequin:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGH0NzeTI\/AAAAAAAATUo\/mdyG8GxWkDo\/s1600-h\/arche.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Bambou:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGCv0xgCI\/AAAAAAAATUg\/8KRm8Tisbbg\/s1600-h\/arlequin.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Biarritz:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRF8y2vTzI\/AAAAAAAATUY\/SqtdkO7pwzE\/s1600-h\/bambou.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Boat:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRJOyWPWzI\/AAAAAAAATVg\/zRvAD4G_8AY\/s1600-h\/biarritz.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Fura:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFzErcpKI\/AAAAAAAATUI\/MovLdRHXGp0\/s1600-h\/boat.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Fura Twin:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFuvla1iI\/AAAAAAAATUA\/G_8QNuYSRJA\/s1600-h\/fura60-3.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Galet:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFo1M4dxI\/AAAAAAAATT4\/OiQzr_5Ko8I\/s1600-h\/fura75twin3cotes.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Hossegor:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFiUwLzoI\/AAAAAAAATTw\/Y8FtUmxNmc8\/s1600-h\/galet.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Linea:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRJDwxGhuI\/AAAAAAAATVY\/VBeOculo_I8\/s1600-h\/hossegor.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Louise:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFYVNa_hI\/AAAAAAAATTg\/4lWc0-Isv3U\/s1600-h\/linea.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Malte:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFS-B1avI\/AAAAAAAATTY\/DgGTsXrGsHM\/s1600-h\/louise.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Oostende:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFNRzL9uI\/AAAAAAAATTQ\/2O-okvFPl9o\/s1600-h\/malte.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Opole:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRFHhms9XI\/AAAAAAAATTI\/kIx7J7z_z2s\/s1600-h\/oostende.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Pivoines:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRE36ONoZI\/AAAAAAAATTA\/KWGYhmEAES8\/s1600-h\/opole.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Tokyo:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRI6RdX1rI\/AAAAAAAATVQ\/QsQyCL2Vbio\/s1600-h\/pivoines.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Venlo:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRIx_15ZKI\/AAAAAAAATVI\/bUQDEJ2lEdc\/s1600-h\/tokyo.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Vittoria:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRIofoswUI\/AAAAAAAATVA\/kSn5DxKTdis\/s1600-h\/venlo.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Voissay:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKREhhdtMLI\/AAAAAAAATSg\/aANJ6J8SpUs\/s1600-h\/vittoria.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>To see their full range of heating products, go](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKREbOT6kfI\/AAAAAAAATSY\/ZY3oApxb-pw\/s1600-h\/voissay.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Chemin\u00e9es de ChazellesTel. : +33 (0)5 45 23 50 50Fax : +33 (0)5 45 23 53 09http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/need-to-add-some-warmth-to-your-home.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219328289","modified_date":"1219328289","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKRGR8-MeTI\/AAAAAAAATU4\/Zci7ng5IIJU\/s400\/aleria.jpg","datetime":"Aug 21, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1b322451615f07fe":{"eid":"1b322451615f07fe","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Design You Turn On. And Vice Versa: JL Baril's Water Faucets","utc_ts":"1219820400","descrptn":"](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKREGvS9akI\/AAAAAAAATSQ\/ccUeaTzpzbY\/s1600-h\/Picture+45.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSR_5lBPhI\/AAAAAAAAUN4\/LLvU4WOCCc8\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLShEAARjEI\/AAAAAAAAUQY\/6HpSOpnQdiM\/s1600-h\/Picture+35.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSR8jpc15I\/AAAAAAAAUNw\/-7CwHIVda90\/s1600-h\/Picture+9.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSR457lj9I\/AAAAAAAAUNo\/V7jgUt18tnQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSR1SDEmaI\/AAAAAAAAUNg\/K96fkCreMII\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Grazie was created by designer\u202f Alessandro MendiniFORM:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSRx0EglDI\/AAAAAAAAUNY\/9VNR8UlXx-w\/s1600-h\/Picture+12.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSTUDQ4eWI\/AAAAAAAAUOA\/sENY4EVrB10\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSU7EwaMwI\/AAAAAAAAUOo\/T8YeYhE81R4\/s1600-h\/Picture+16.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Geometrically inspired, its long, slender and curved spout melds perfectly to its squared base and its linear, rectangular handles. Look, admire, and let yourself get swept away by its form. Shown above is a kitchen faucet, bath faucet and tub faucet, all in the FORM collection.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSUL2w_goI\/AAAAAAAAUOY\/QrRb41toFss\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Personalize Form and change its look, by choosing one of four available handles; Bleached Maple, Cherry wood, Weng\u00e9 or Chrome.M](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLST3wk5LyI\/AAAAAAAAUOQ\/pdL2VAgdklU\/s1600-h\/Picture+15.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSVb53DkHI\/AAAAAAAAUO4\/FyHMvT4E3w8\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSWyqHniaI\/AAAAAAAAUPY\/YSfILcoTKKg\/s1600-h\/Picture+21.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>JL Baril is proud to introduce its first colored faucet. M is its name. M is offered in chrome, red and orange; M orange, a psychedelic look for those nostalgic for the 70\u2019s, and M red, for an intense 80\u2019s look:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSW5KBs0MI\/AAAAAAAAUPg\/qINFNnMustA\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>And now, it's available to customize in any one of Benjamin Moore's available paint colors!!](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSVoIebwYI\/AAAAAAAAUPA\/YWLtyRVWsX0\/s1600-h\/Picture+3.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSV6tEK9eI\/AAAAAAAAUPQ\/IpmOCMEmnOA\/s1600-h\/Picture+5.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Made of solid brass and equipped with a ceramic cartridge, M is turned on with one hand to regulate water temperature and flow. M offers a complete bathroom collection with a 4-piece roman tub faucet, shown below:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSVxyYI5oI\/AAAAAAAAUPI\/C133Ori6kzQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+4.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSVSBFe_TI\/AAAAAAAAUOw\/CHLg7_lDPco\/s1600-h\/Picture+20.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>It may be politically incorrect, but it sure is pretty. FUR is the very first faucet adorned with real fur. The generally sober aspect of this faucet is elevated by two strips of fur.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSYqcol_HI\/AAAAAAAAUPw\/MMCK4F9o2xc\/s1600-h\/Picture+28.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Fur is a single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fur is finished in chrome and is adorned with real strips of fur that are changeable if you wish to modify its general appearance. Fur proposes a variety of insertions; Brown leather, Chrome and Weng\u00e9 essence wood.TOUCH ME:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSYkBVgn_I\/AAAAAAAAUPo\/QQSz6vQZah0\/s1600-h\/Picture+29.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Touch it lightly and water will flow for 12 seconds. Touch it again within the 12 seconds to shut water off. Touch Me is the first faucet that is activated without the use of a handle. Simply touch the stainless steel body to prompt into action.Touch Me answers all solicitations with a flash of purple light. Touch Me is a single-hole faucet made of brushed steel. The water temperature is regulated by the mixer located at the base of the faucet. Touch Me is attached to an electric outlet via a secure 12 volts adaptor. No, you won't get electrocuted.FLUO:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSZr_IQtWI\/AAAAAAAAUP4\/gEEesTSYpVw\/s1600-h\/Picture+30.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Fluo is a faucet that is not only seen during the day, since all faucets are not simply chromed.Fluo brightens up your bathroom once the lights are turned off. It\u2019s shiny character is due to its two phosphorescent rings. Single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate your water temperature and flow with one hand. Fluo is delivered with 6 fluorescent colored rings, one of which is phosphorescent, so your flow can glow!](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSaSurJ8VI\/AAAAAAAAUQI\/zgzhzpyoe3w\/s1600-h\/Picture+31.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>VELA](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSaN7BDJ4I\/AAAAAAAAUQA\/DlGv_j4hqBY\/s1600-h\/Picture+32.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Vela allows you to redefine your conception of faucets. Vela is a triangle that is sundered when in use. The original look is what makes Vela so popular.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLScewfT6lI\/AAAAAAAAUQQ\/30g5RLGTVnA\/s1600-h\/Picture+33.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Vela is a chrome-finished, single-hole, single-lever faucet that allows you to regulate water temperature and flow with one hand.Their design-object faucets are made-to-order according to your specifications. All faucets will be shipped approximatively 4 weeks after the order is placed. To place your order with a JL Baril representative, please call 1-800-463-3871<\/b> (toll-free) Payment can be made by Paypal, credit card, cheque (products shipped upon receipt) or C.O.D. When ordering via email on the Faucet-Maker<\/a> site, please fill-out the eform, and a JL Baril representative will contact you at your convenience to verify your order and approve the method of payment. For security reasons, and to ensure accuracy, you must speak and confirm your order directly with one of JL Baril's customer service representatives (unless your order is purchased directly through PayPal). Shipping: Ground shipping to US & CAN is included + taxes (where applicable)http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/design-you-turn-on-and-vice-versa-jl.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSR_5lBPhI\/AAAAAAAAUN4\/LLvU4WOCCc8\/s400\/Picture+8.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219869076","modified_date":"1219869076","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLSR_5lBPhI\/AAAAAAAAUN4\/LLvU4WOCCc8\/s400\/Picture+8.png","datetime":"Aug 27, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 27, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"065c189af9d7abba":{"eid":"065c189af9d7abba","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Product Pick of The week: Hella Jongerius' Porcupine Desk For Kids","utc_ts":"1219906800","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Designer Hella Jongerius' Porcupine Desk provides children with a perfect place to play or draw. The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>olive green\/light blue, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :<\/a>Price is $915.00 USDManufactured and available through Vitra.<\/a> Or at All Modern<\/a>. Or at Unica Home.<\/a> Or at Velocity<\/a>.Hella Jongerius site.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/product-pick-of-week-hella-jongerius.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKhoIqc_LCI\/AAAAAAAATpQ\/Or0njMIgGO0\/s400\/Picture+7.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1219928341","modified_date":"1219928341","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKhoIqc_LCI\/AAAAAAAATpQ\/Or0njMIgGO0\/s400\/Picture+7.png","datetime":"Aug 28, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Aug 28, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d2073b145b42f9c":{"eid":"0d2073b145b42f9c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funky Find Of The Week: Boym's Sex Rugs; Aphrodite & Diana","utc_ts":"1220278200","descrptn":"<\/a>Not only are the 100% wool hand-tufted \"Sex\" rugs by Boym Partners Inc. unusual, fun and functional art you can hang on the wall or place on the floor, but given that the extra long wool that acts as 'hair' can be cut or they are actually interactive!Limited to 10 pieces of each and made in India, they measure a full 6' x 3' and are surprisingly affordable at $850.00 USD a piece.Purchase them here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/funky-find-of-week-boym-sex-rugs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLv3_Fv6Z-I\/AAAAAAAAUhc\/1qWxhASN45Y\/s400\/Boym+rugs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220297893","modified_date":"1220297893","type":"","lat_lon":"20.593684,78.96288","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLv3_Fv6Z-I\/AAAAAAAAUhc\/1qWxhASN45Y\/s400\/Boym+rugs.jpg","location":"India","datetime":"Sep 1, 2008 2:10 PM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 1, 2008 7:10 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2e2da792642ab599":{"eid":"2e2da792642ab599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ruby Slippers: Part Two - The Designer's Actual Shoes Are Wicked!","utc_ts":"1220511600","descrptn":"<\/a>Awhile back I informed you that several designers were asked to reinterpret Dorothy's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz<\/a> in honor of the 70th anniversary and for an auction on September 20th to benefit the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.I shared with you many of the 19 participating designers' sketches previously and now have photos of the actual shoes for you!! Be sure to check out the other post<\/a> to see how they've gone from concept to reality.Shoes by A. Testoni:<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:<\/a>Shoes by Tuleh:<\/a><\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ruby-slippers-part-two-designers-actual.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1220518494","modified_date":"1220518494","type":"","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwLTZlhwRI\/AAAAAAAAUjM\/TPwr0jx-ZdY\/s400\/rubyslipperscopy-1.jpg","datetime":"Sep 4, 2008 7:00 AM GMT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20b45d22e91fae09":{"eid":"20b45d22e91fae09","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Sensory Deprivation Skull & The Wellness Skull","utc_ts":"1220943600","descrptn":"<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of Atelier Van Lieshout,<\/a> it's comprised of reinforced fiberglass, measures 150 cm tall by 110 cm long and 137 cm wide and is available in a limited edition of 10.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name Atelier Van Lieshout<\/a> emphasises the fact that the works of art do not stem solely from the creative brain of Joep van Lieshout, but are produced by a creative team.Atelier Van LieshoutKeilestraat 43e3029 BP ROTTERDAMThe NetherlandsT: +31(0)10 244 09 71F: +31(0)10 244 09 72E-mail: info@ateliervanlieshout.com<\/a>Harbournummer 291http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/sensory-deprivation-skull-wellness.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221012912","modified_date":"1221012912","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s400\/306.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 9, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"202f2f355c104f15":{"eid":"202f2f355c104f15","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Have The Mandate Press Make Your Cards If You Can't Design. Or Even If You Can.","utc_ts":"1221179460","descrptn":"<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.<\/a>Above: detail of Femme Fatale<\/a>Above: detail of The Artist<\/a>Above: detail of RockstarThese are far better looking than most people's business cards. So if in doubt, take a look at their options, trust these guys and get yourself some here.<\/a><\/a>Who is the Mandate Press?<\/a>The Mandate Press<\/a> is a custom letterpress shop located in Salt Lake City. 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Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d<\/a>Above: Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City.(Photo by Stephen Lovekin\/Getty Images North America) <\/a>The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook is expected to be available early next year. Let's hope this special edition Vivienne Tam HP Laptop is the first of such many stylish tech items to come.<\/a>Not only is the product fun, but the HP microsite promoting it is equally enjoyable.<\/a>You can walk the Virtual Runway clad in Vivienne Tam by uploading your photo and choosing various gowns here.<\/a>See? Here I am, rockin' the runway!<\/a><\/a>Go ahead, you know you wanna do it!<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/hp-laptop-gets-fashion-makeover-from.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221272328","modified_date":"1221272328","type":"feed","lat_lon":"35.86166,104.195397","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s400\/Picture+45.png","location":"China","datetime":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"06636a76f6582422":{"eid":"06636a76f6582422","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"BA DA \"BLING\": Hip Hop's Crown Jewels Go Up For Auction","utc_ts":"1221375600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Missy Elliot's diamond clad turntable ring will be auctioned.<\/a>Phillips de Pury & Company Presents \u201cHip Hop\u2019s Crown Jewels\u201d, the First Auction of Historic Hip Hop Jewelry, Pioneering a New Collecting Category. Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.<\/a><\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs; Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation,<\/a> Diamond Empowerment<\/a>, Hip Hop Summit Action Network<\/a>,Other specific proceeds include:All lots worn by Eminem will benefit The Marshall Mathers Foundation.50 Cent's Haimov Watch proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation<\/a>.Proceeds from Tupac's Crown ring, Mob ring (shown here) and Diamond and sapphire necklace will go to the Tupac Shakur Amaru Foundation<\/a>.Highlights from the auction (some of which are shown below) include Slick Rick's diamond studded eye patch, Lil Jon's \"Crunk Ain't Dead\" diamond pendant and necklace, Tupac Shakur's Mob ring, his Crown ring and more, MC Lyte's Nefertiti Ring and Nefertiti Necklace, Missy Elliot's Diamond Turntable Ring, 50 Cent's Diamond Haimov watch and much, much more ice.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The auction will be held on Wednesday 1 October 7pm at 450 West 15th Street, New York, NY 10011 and viewing will be from the 22nd through the 30th of September, 10am - 6pm.Enquiries: Alia Varsano, Worldwide Head of Contemporary Jewelryavarsano@phillipsdepury.com +1 212 940 1293Catalogues available at catalogues@phillipsdepury.com<\/a>London +44 20 7318 4039 New York +1 212 940 1240To reserve tickets for the auction:+1 212 940 1365or email: hiphop@phillipsdepury.com <\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/ba-da-bling-hip-hops-crown-jewels-go-up.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221529336","modified_date":"1221529336","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlM60El22I\/AAAAAAAAcmM\/LtzeGU6oa68\/s400\/Picture+20.png","location":"London","datetime":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23cc1c9600b272cd":{"eid":"23cc1c9600b272cd","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Wake Up When You Wash Up In Any Nova Linea Bathroom Collection","utc_ts":"1221567660","descrptn":"<\/a>Nova Linea<\/a> was founded in 1987 and is located outside of Venice, Italy. With several collections ranging from fine wood veneers and funky cabinetry, there's something for everyone. Below are select images from some of their vast collections.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Visit the site to see all the full collections and options here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/08\/wake-up-when-you-wash-up-in-any-of-nova.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1221709243","modified_date":"1221709243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SJ77aJ57uWI\/AAAAAAAAS-U\/qrRMmcCeIHI\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 16, 2008 5:21 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"23aa5f6098c7d248":{"eid":"23aa5f6098c7d248","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Shave The Pussy: RFSU Promotes Their Newest Products Via Virtual Pubic Hair Design","utc_ts":"1221721200","descrptn":"<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench, www.shavethepussy.com<\/a> is a site that allows you to your 'fiffi' -- as they call it.<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?<\/a><\/a>Maybe this gallery of previously designed \"fiffis\" will inspire you:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.<\/a>RFSU - The Swedish Association for Sexual Education -<\/a> is a non-profit organisation founded in 1933 by a humanitarian with grand and provocative ways. Her name was Elise Ottesen-Jensen. Over 60 years of experience in the field of sexual information and education, and in producing quality condoms, makes RFSU uniquely qualified to offer the best know-how available. The RFSU is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)Shave the pussy<\/a>If you've got a thing for fashionable bush, you must check out Stefane Monzon's Pubic hair Couture Show here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/rfsu-asks-you-to-test-your-pubic-hair.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222115243","modified_date":"1222115243","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s400\/Picture+28.png","datetime":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 18, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"20eb70fa340e82e7":{"eid":"20eb70fa340e82e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks","utc_ts":"1222239600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.Click on each image for more info and to purchase.<\/p>See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins<\/a> list at ThisNext.<\/p>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/09\/8-pretty-places-in-which-to-put-those.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1222288861","modified_date":"1222288861","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNps87ydpDI\/AAAAAAAAdAI\/9U0HEwC5z5s\/s400\/Picture+20.png","datetime":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Sep 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32b64219a6ef4a17":{"eid":"32b64219a6ef4a17","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Bisazza Home Collection: Tiled everything BUT floors and walls.","utc_ts":"1223017200","descrptn":"<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:<\/a><\/a>Patricia Urquiola's two-sided Folding Screen:<\/a><\/a>Partner Soft Mosaic Collection: polyurethane chairs and ottomans covered with glass tiles by Jurgen Mayer H.:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Collection of furniture and lamps by Carlo Dal Bianco.<\/a>The Frank Armchair, available in three tile patterns:<\/a><\/a>Table lamp:<\/a><\/a>Andr\u00e9 Cabinets and Reflet mirror:<\/a><\/a>Jaime Hayon's Organic Pixel Vases and Random Pixel Wall Mirrors:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Leather quilted ottoman by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a>Module on Pin Console by Marco Braga and Storage:<\/a><\/a><\/a>They also have several wall panels, room dividers and more.<\/a><\/a>See The Bizassa Home Collection here.<\/a>See Bisazza's online tile store here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/bisazza-home-collection-tiles-for.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224203136","modified_date":"1224203136","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 3, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05aa30f2833e0991":{"eid":"05aa30f2833e0991","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Funnyman Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka is No Joke.","utc_ts":"1223222280","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).<\/a>The hard to deny 'hook' is that it's packaged in a stunning crystal skull (that is apparently accurate to the real thing) designed by John Alexander<\/a> and made by Bruni Glass<\/a> in Milano Italy.<\/a>The site<\/a> has a series of videos in which Dan Aykroyd delves into both the mystical and the archaelogical and Phil Power talks about the actual distillation process. Dan explains his fascination with the invisible world and how Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet... from the Yucatan to Tibet. The heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.<\/a>Above: Phil Power of Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corp.<\/a><\/a>Special thanks to my fave folks over at NOTCOT <\/a>for these great images of the packaging.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.<\/a>Visit Dan Aykroyd Wines here.<\/a>So, where to buy Crystal Head Vodka?If you live in California you can buy it online here <\/a>(I just did!) ..they are only shipping to California at this time.Also shipping only to California, you can buy it here.<\/a>Also available at Beverage Warehouse.<\/a>Also selling it is the Wine Exchange<\/a>, but at present they are sold out.Also sold out at Bevmo.<\/a><\/a>Crystal Head Vodka site.<\/a>If you like unusual vodka bottles, look at these.<\/a>Or if you're into \"green' Vodka, check out these 10 organic vodkas.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/funnyman-dan-aykroyds-crystal-head.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223232050","modified_date":"1223232050","type":"feed","lat_lon":"37.269175,-119.306607","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjzp0ScsLI\/AAAAAAAAdwo\/F1x9RvOFtLg\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"California","datetime":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 5, 2008 8:58 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0f0f04a37a69247d":{"eid":"0f0f04a37a69247d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Hand Gesture Candles from Atelier WM","utc_ts":"1223304300","descrptn":"<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:<\/a>Heavy Metal:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Live Long And Prosper:<\/a>Fuck You:<\/a><\/a>Above packaging created by Wakey<\/a> of France.They claim their candles shown above are for sale at colette<\/a> , at the Black Block of the Palais de Tokyo<\/a> , at the Printemps Design of the Centre Pompidou and at the Sam Concept store in France<\/a> but they do not yet seem to be available.In the meantime, contact them<\/a> directly for purchase.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/hand-gesture-candles-from-atelier-wm.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223327949","modified_date":"1223327949","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s400\/candlecolors.jpg","datetime":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 6, 2008 7:45 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0fd524e773329b48":{"eid":"0fd524e773329b48","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"M-vironments, M-velopes & The M-house by Michael Jantzen","utc_ts":"1223708400","descrptn":"<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.<\/a>Other not-insulated panels fold in or out over and around open platforms to shade the sun, deflect the rain, or block the wind. Some of these unfold from the face of the cubes to become places to sit, places to sleep, places to work, or places to eat. Most of the slotted panels are oriented over and around these open platforms.Interior of the M-House:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His M-velope Two:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>His Fabric M-velope:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And, fnally, the M-velope available through Neiman Marcus:<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Price is $100,000.00 USD and is available by calling Call 1.877.9NM.GIFTFor details and purchasing, email info@michaeljantzen.com<\/a> or call +1 310 989 1897Michael Jantzen Architect<\/a>27800 N. 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With really rocking design and technology produced in limited editions, they are motorcycles for the exclusive set with some serious coin.Founded in 1991 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Matt Chambers, Confederate Motor Company<\/a> set out to create machines utilizing a holistic, avant-garde process for celebrating the art of rebellion.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Wraith details and specs.<\/a>The F131 HELLION COMBAT:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Combat details and specs.<\/a>THE C120 RENAISSANCE FIGHTER:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>THE RENOVATIO:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Renovatio details and specs.<\/a>And especially for this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas Fantasy Gifts catalog, the Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle, The Renaissance, of which only 45 were made:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Confederate Motor Company<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/confederate-motorcycles-raw-rugged.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223833528","modified_date":"1223833528","type":"feed","lat_lon":"30.937336,-91.401009","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIj-bzbTbI\/AAAAAAAAeHM\/TB3z-MZP4-s\/s400\/Picture+12.png","location":"Louisiana","datetime":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 12, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4464d2f024177d21":{"eid":"4464d2f024177d21","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nobody's Sweetheart, Dyna Moe, Captures TV's Madmen In Illustrations Befitting The Genre","utc_ts":"1223967600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>AMC's Mad Men<\/a> is the hot tv show du jour. With multiple Emmy nominations (two wins, including one for Best Drama) and a rapidly growing cult following, it's been the subject of many a water cooler conversation.<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through zazzle.com<\/a>.On flickr, she describes herself as follows:\"I'm a freelance illustrator and designer in New York City, who also does comedy on occasion. Sometimes at the same time.The bulk of my work is for the alt comedy scene -- flyers, posters, logos, etc. I have been the unofficial official house designer for the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NY since 1999. I also have done a ton of CDs and 7\" designs for local indie pop\/punk labels.\"Well, she's certainly busy. And funny. I enjoyed reading her commentary on both her blog<\/a> and flickr<\/a> as much as I enjoyed her illustrations.<\/a>Her blog, \"I let My Fists Do The Talkin'\" can be viewed here.<\/a>Below is a series of downloadable icons<\/a>, the perfect 'must have' for any Mad Men lover.<\/a><\/a>She's been so prolific that I can hardly share all her work with you, for that you'll have to visit her set of Mad Men illustrations on flickr<\/a> or her website.<\/a>Here are just a few of her renderings from seasons 1 and 2 of Mad Men:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy her prints here.<\/a>See her entire portfolio here.<\/a><\/a>Above: Get your iphone wallpapers here<\/a>A generous soul, she writes \"Feel free to download and use any of them as wallpapers or write in your blog or website about them. I give everyone blanket permission to do so... you don't even need to ask. Just stop with the incredulous eye-rolls about my name. \"I like her already and don't even know her.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/nobodys-sweetheart-dyna-moe-captures.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1223973899","modified_date":"1223973899","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP3Q5hdNOI\/AAAAAAAAeJs\/jufEHZQNlYs\/s400\/2799398980_08210c695b_b.jpg","datetime":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 14, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"1e3459f4e4b75e78":{"eid":"1e3459f4e4b75e78","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Eatable Of Many Orders: Clothes & Bags That Focus on The 'Ingredients'","utc_ts":"1224054000","descrptn":"<\/a>What do they mean by Eatable?<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.<\/a>They have a collection of natural shoes, bags and clothes made with tamo wood, vegetable tannin cow leather, rope, twine and sometimes twigs. Below are images of some of their products (admittedly, I've not shown many of the clothes here, they're a bit like a natural organic asian bag lady) as well as some of the visual processes.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Learn more about Eatable of Many Orders here<\/a>.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/eatable-of-many-orders-clothes-bags.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224065819","modified_date":"1224065819","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNuqg6JBuAI\/AAAAAAAAdBo\/DN4tZ7Ix638\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"436d9cf6712d9f02":{"eid":"436d9cf6712d9f02","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Freehands; Gloves For Mobile Device Users. Keep Those Hands Warm While Texting","utc_ts":"1224091080","descrptn":"<\/a>Josh Rubin (of Cool Hunting<\/a>) and his father, Stanley, have designed gloves with a patent-pending design which enables everyone with a mobile device to keep in touch, literally. A quick flick exposes your thumb and forefinger without removing your glove. Small magnets keep the tips from getting in your way.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.<\/a>Leather, $40.00 a pair:<\/a>Stretch, $30.00 a pair:<\/a>Fleece, $20.00 a pair:<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/freehands-gloves-for-mobile-device.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224109442","modified_date":"1224109442","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpwRmcSpI\/AAAAAAAAeNs\/ZuOnTNnY7z0\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 15, 2008 10:18 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2bbc94424f6ee262":{"eid":"2bbc94424f6ee262","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Deborah Sengl's Logo Pin Up Girls & Erotic Narratives","utc_ts":"1224140400","descrptn":"Much has been written about Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl's symbolic animal portraits, drawings and sculptures<\/a>, which you can see more of here<\/a> and her \"Of Wolves And Sheep\" exhibit <\/a> but there are two other series of work that she's created that you might find of interest. I certainly do.The first is a series of works clearly mocking the value we place on brand names by having them literally 'taking over' the female human figure in pin up poses. A commentary on our obsession with sex and branding.CHANEL:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLShnPPTFSI\/AAAAAAAAUQg\/IA-uTBidYOQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+34.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Designer Hella Jongerius' Porcupine Desk provides children with a perfect place to play or draw. The small wooden table contrasts appealingly with the plastic chairs and also asserts a distinctive with its asymmetrical shape.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKhgDthimqI\/AAAAAAAATog\/O7RMEI9VAE4\/s1600-h\/porcupinedesk1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The table surface shows a printed motif resembling a charm bracelet, with animal shapes and other symbols attached to a chain link circle. Some of the links in the chain are bored through the tabletop, so that colored markers supplied with the desk can be stored in the holes. Add a little imagination, and the table resembles a porcupine\u2014 which is what inspired the name.Materials: Legs and table top made of solid hornbeam, water-based coloured lacquer, screenprinting, includes a set of high quality felt-tip pens.Product Colors and Options: brown\/light pink, 540 \u00d7 570 \u00d7 720 mm :](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SKhgc0HYIfI\/AAAAAAAAToo\/TZQF0osnMqc\/s1600-h\/porcupine3.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Not only are the 100% wool hand-tufted \"Sex\" rugs by Boym Partners Inc. unusual, fun and functional art you can hang on the wall or place on the floor, but given that the extra long wool that acts as 'hair' can be cut or they are actually interactive!Limited to 10 pieces of each and made in India, they measure a full 6' x 3' and are surprisingly affordable at $850.00 USD a piece.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLv3_Fv6Z-I\/AAAAAAAAUhc\/1qWxhASN45Y\/s1600-h\/Boym+rugs.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Shoes by Betsey Johnson:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwFvHBxS0I\/AAAAAAAAUis\/pIOva9Dutiw\/s1600-h\/Atestoni.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Shoes by Botkier:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwFcxXUV_I\/AAAAAAAAUik\/nx7ixBnTA-o\/s1600-h\/betsy+johnson.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Shoes by Jimmy Choo:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwFUXMpZxI\/AAAAAAAAUic\/HvjQTD5VEt4\/s1600-h\/botkier.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Shoes by Diane Von Furstenberg:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwFG3PcLNI\/AAAAAAAAUiU\/pvJXAAoypck\/s1600-h\/choo.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Shoes by Gwen Stefani for L.A.M.B.:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwE_9-p8vI\/AAAAAAAAUiM\/xkqEG8vCpaA\/s1600-h\/DVF.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Shoes by Oscar de la Renta:Shoes by Tibi:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwE4a24KsI\/AAAAAAAAUiE\/6rg_Pierd7M\/s1600-h\/l.a.m.b.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: One of the pairs of original \"ruby slippers\" worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 movie.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwGImqSgWI\/AAAAAAAAUi0\/yOCIAbqjagY\/s1600-h\/Picture+44.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>See more details about the auction, The Pediatric Aids Foundation, The Wizard of Oz's 70th anniversary and the original sketches for the shoes](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLwEUlC1S_I\/AAAAAAAAUhk\/jB72MRuBbCk\/s1600-h\/Wizard.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Sensory Deprivation Skull is a chamber of sorts in which you can sit and essentially cut yourself off from the world. Created in 2007 by Joep van Lieshout of](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCZ706TtI\/AAAAAAAAcW0\/O0aKCdACgDk\/s1600-h\/306.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Joep van Lieshout seems to have a thing for skulls; he also created the Wellness Skull in which a sauna is housed and several other sculptures based upon the human skull.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCdDrfrzI\/AAAAAAAAcW8\/jDsEwK-Z-jY\/s1600-h\/305.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Wellness Skull is an impressive large skull. Just like Wellness centers it has a few places to relax. In the neck of the skull is a small bath. The head of the Skull contains a sauna. When it is working the hot steam pears out of the eye sockets.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQCT4u9maI\/AAAAAAAAcWs\/Zgz5xb0tBoY\/s1600-h\/wellnessskul.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Joep van Lieshout about the Wellness Skull: \u201cThe heavenly power is the big unknown, the death of the hereafter, the skull of physical shell of the mind. The earthly power is a economical power, money plays an important role on our contemporary society. Gradually the faith loses all importance and is replaced by an alternative \u2018self experience\u2019, through travelling, sporting and wellness centres.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMXWzuW6KdI\/AAAAAAAAcjk\/uKe3Pz1QRwc\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Joep van Lieshout was born in Ravenstein (The Netherlands, 1963). He lives and works in Rotterdam since 1987. Photo and copyright: Merlijn DoomerinkAtelier van Lieshout (AVL) was founded in 1995 by Joep van Lieshout. The name](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMQB4vE7arI\/AAAAAAAAcWk\/MccThb4zfcM\/s1600-h\/about-avl-Joep.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Most places that offer stock designs for business or calling cards look fairly cheesy and cheap. But not the ones from the Mandate Press. Actual letter pressed text on nice stock that comes in the form of one of seven standard design or you can design your own ( line art only, no photos). For $95.00 you get 250 cards.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMR5t6R8AbI\/AAAAAAAAcc0\/FbvCas893QA\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: The Secret AgentThe seven that they have are suitable for almost every personality type and\/or profession. For the more conservative and traditional, there's the Aristocrat or the Secret Agent.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMR0Fe29S9I\/AAAAAAAAccU\/PiYTKexE5HE\/s1600-h\/secretagent.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: The RunwayFor the edgy, there's the Pirate or the Rockstar. For the artsy or modern minimalist, the Artist and The Runway. And for the more feminine, the Femme Fatale.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMRzuEjCKQI\/AAAAAAAAcb8\/nbYnJhuv_7s\/s1600-h\/therunway.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The hottest fashion introduction on the runway Tuesday night at Bryant Park's Mercedes Benz Fashion Week wasn't necessarily the wardrobe, but what the supermodels were clutching as they strode down the runway of the Vivienne Tam show: a Hewlett-Packard laptop clad in the signature Vivienne Tam peony design.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnk8iZSUlI\/AAAAAAAAcns\/CHlKd6XKgnM\/s1600-h\/Picture+45.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The press release:Vivienne Tam and HP unveiled the design of the new must-have digital clutch on the catwalk today at Tam\u2019s fashion show during New York\u2019s Fashion Week at Bryant Park.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMhweynFS-I\/AAAAAAAAckM\/WrxZ3ZJJQKs\/s1600-h\/Picture+43.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a> The HP Vivienne Tam Special Edition notebook represents the first time a computer company has partnered with a globally renowned designer to create a notebook PC that offers all the and power needed for a delightful technology experience. Tam also worked with HP to design the notebook\u2019s accessories and packaging. \u201cWhen I was approached by HP to create a special edition notebook, I could see the design in my head instantly,\u201d said Tam. \u201cThe notebook is a true reflection of the needs of a modern woman who cares about fashion but is also passionate about her technology. I wanted to create a notebook that would appeal to women of all ages, ethnicities and income levels across the globe.\u201d](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMhwRqnzUzI\/AAAAAAAAcj8\/lfGrCLAGfKo\/s1600-h\/Picture+45.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a> The top of the notebook is gleaming red and bursting with peony flowers. The peony design is meticulously carried inside the notebook, under the keypad. The notebook also features a complementary embroidered storage sleeve that helps keep the exterior protected while being carried as a clutch. The peony design features a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures, antiquity and modern technology and fashion. It was inspired by Tam\u2019s \u201cChina Chic\u201d which is recognized from the runways in Milan to the Olympics in Beijing and represents her personal mantra to live well and be beautiful.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnY9n_FhmI\/AAAAAAAAcm0\/dikGX4sYy0o\/s1600-h\/Picture+32.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a> \u201cThe peony is the national flower of China. They are beautiful and symbolize prosperity, good fortune and happiness,\u201d said Tam. \u201cTheir many layers are similar to a modern woman who is as savvy in expressing herself with her personal as she is with weaving technology into the fabric of her rich and multi-faceted life.\u201d \u201cWith \u2018China Chic,\u2019 Vivienne Tam reinterpreted traditional Chinese art into a global fashion trend,\u201d said Satjiv Chahil, senior vice president, Worldwide Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. \u201cWith her spring collection, Tam has helped HP take the personal computer from a necessity to a lifestyle and fashion \u2018must have.\u2019\u201d](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMnbUDGwPgI\/AAAAAAAAcnE\/HbT99kbyI0s\/s1600-h\/Picture+35.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Phillips de Pury & Company Presents \u201cHip Hop\u2019s Crown Jewels\u201d, the First Auction of Historic Hip Hop Jewelry, Pioneering a New Collecting Category. Includes Iconic Cultural Artifacts Worn by Some of the 20th Century\u2019s Most Influential Musical Artists.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlNRAq5BUI\/AAAAAAAAcmU\/fmu-D6BTajk\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above two images courtesy of Interview magazineA historic selection of 70 jewelry pieces from some of Hip Hop's most illustrious musicians, rappers and jewelers will be offered, including those worn by:50 CentAlicia KeysBiggie Smalls aka Notorious B.I.G.BirdmanBiz MarkieBusta RhymesCam'ronDamon DashP. DiddyEminemFreekey ZekeyGnarls BarkleyJa RuleJay-ZJerome JamesLil JonLL Cool JMary J. BligeMC LyteMissy ElliottNasPharrell WilliamsRemy MaRihannaSlick RickSwizz BeatzTupac ShakurVERBALYaki KadafiA Portion of Proceeds to Benefit 3 Nonprofits within Russell Simmons\u2019 Rush Community Affairs;](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SMlLk-dm-ZI\/AAAAAAAAcl0\/EmKklpEKXv4\/s1600-h\/Picture+24.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The RSFU's latest interactive microsite, Shave your Pussy, was created to sell their newest personal shaving products and is the most entertaining and imaginative I've seen in awhile. Brought to my attention by my friend Scott Rench,](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNEz3tf9tqI\/AAAAAAAAc3I\/VRjpYrna-Ic\/s1600-h\/Picture+28.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The site features their newest line of products , shaving tips and allows you to show your pubic styling prowess: Shave the animated pubic hair, save it and add it to their gallery and you could win a complete barber set!Wanna try your hand at it?](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNE7pZVZsfI\/AAAAAAAAc34\/A6LkhWPTMQQ\/s1600-h\/RFSUproducts.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The RFSU is a real organization that promotes sexual products, information and the study of sexuality. They sell condoms, tampons, lubricants, intimate personal care products and more.They have lines like \"Trust In Lust\" (shown below), Ellen tampons, Flavored condoms and more.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SNE9B_WCPMI\/AAAAAAAAc4A\/ZYOaqhWGxGw\/s1600-h\/Picture+38.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Bisazza is best known for their beautiful mosaic tiles, most often seen in the application of floors and walls. But what you may not know is that Bisazza also has an amazing home collection with unusual furniture and accessories that also incorporate their tiles; screens, chairs, ottomans, mirrors, end tables and more.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOYiQtTMqRI\/AAAAAAAAdnY\/u_N4gH9AVcg\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>With pieces by such hot designers as Carlo Dal Bianco, Piet Hein, Marcel Wanders, Jaime Hayon, Patricia Urquiola, Marco Braga and more, there's no end to the creative use of tiles for the home. Here are some of the more striking pieces from Bisazza's Home Collection.Marcel Wanders' Coffee and Occasional Tables:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN-qJc3fTdI\/AAAAAAAAdOw\/I92yTpzXxOg\/s1600-h\/Picture+35.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The Mosaic Super Ellipse Table in white or black with several variations.Table design by Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson, mosaic inlays by Carlo Dal Bianco:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN-x3LJHpxI\/AAAAAAAAdRY\/itEKq0NftSI\/s1600-h\/Picture+46.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Well known comedian Dan Aykroyd has released a new premium vodka called Crystal Head Vodka, a product which had people wondering if it was a spoof or the real deal. The videos have gone 'viral' and here's some actual product info for you.It's real and it's a quadruple-distilled vodka made with pure Newfoundland water triple filtered through herkimer diamonds (which are actually crystals).](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjoB0tesoI\/AAAAAAAAdvI\/pf0TE3InrVs\/s1600-h\/Picture+37.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Dan Aykroyd has his own selection of wines as well.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOjsPWX0TQI\/AAAAAAAAdvw\/19DPhZcpWUg\/s1600-h\/Picture+23.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>L'atelier WM is a a group of young artists founded in Paris in 2008. They have a line of colorful candles, both in looks and attitude. Hands making gestures cast from real hands and whose burn time is approximately 3 hours each.Cross your fingers:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOkj-ow4JLI\/AAAAAAAAdzg\/7H1hwlHighQ\/s1600-h\/candlecolors.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Architect Michael Jantzen's \"M-vironments\" are innovative, smart and good looking structures that are relocatable, transformable and 'hot property' given that one of his M-velopes is in this year's Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog's WOW gifts section for a mere $100,000.00 bucks.Relocatable M-vironments are made of a wide variety of manipulable components that can be connected in many different ways to a matrix of modular support frames. The frames can be assembled and disassembled in different ways to accommodate a wide range of changing needs.The M-vironments were developed to accommodate a wide range of markets. With different sizes, shapes, materials, and panel types, the system can be used for exhibit structures, pavilions, play environments for kids, retail spaces, office modules, and many other commercial applications.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-o-A4DiqI\/AAAAAAAAeFQ\/5UY3iC5kFhs\/s1600-h\/m-velopes.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Architect Michael JantzenM-HouseBelow are images and info of Michael's M-House in Gorman, California which was actually auctioned off and sold.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-WJqeTtCI\/AAAAAAAAeBg\/1C1cbQie8tE\/s1600-h\/Jantzen-photo.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The M-House, made from the M-vironment system, consists of a series of rectangular panels that are attached with hinges to an open space frame grid of seven interlocking cubes. The structure can be assembled or disassembled by a crew of four in one week. Jantzen built this one-bedroom, 90 square meter cottage entirely by himself in 2000.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-VpEe5qCI\/AAAAAAAAeBY\/0COzKe0-f1w\/s1600-h\/M-House-1.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The panels are hinged to the cubes in either a horizontal or a vertical orientation. The hinges allow the panels to fold into, or out of the cube frames to perform various functions. Some of the panels are insulated and contain windows and doors. These panels can completely enclose spaces that are heated and cooled.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-aNNi628I\/AAAAAAAAeCA\/WI0wA2su1-E\/s1600-h\/1012_5_MJ+MHouse+5.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>All of the M-House components are interchangeable, and can be increased or decreased in numbers and size. The panels can be made in a curved configuration and from many different types of materials. The existing M-house panels are assembled with a steel structural frame that supports thin sheets of a concrete composite. All of the exposed surfaces of the structure are painted.The platforms and the cube frames, are supported by adjustable legs which are attached to load bearing foot pads. In many cases the support frames do not require a foundation, and they can be adjusted to accommodate terrain variations.This M-House was designed to function as a single private vacation retreat, or in multiple numbers and configurations, as a complete stand alone high tech resort complex. The house can be designed to be self sufficient, powered by alternative energy sources such as the sun and the wind.M-velopesNow take a Look at some of his M-velopes. They are like akin to the coolest forts you'll ever own as an adult.His M-velope One:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-SaFJmGVI\/AAAAAAAAeAo\/k5JQ6WsajfE\/s1600-h\/M-House-6.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Straight from the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog: M-Velope\u00ae Transformable StructureWhat if your workshop was a convertible? What if you could move your yoga studio walls as easily as you roll up your mat? What if you could rebuild, rearrange, and reassemble your garden retreat as quickly as you rearrange furniture? Step inside our M-Velope and you can! It's a massively cool 15-foot high by 14-foot wide by 17-foot deep creation of functional art built with a steel frame. All its hinged wood panel frames open, move, and close at your whim. Michael Jantzen, an internationally famous architectural pioneer\/artist, thought it up and he is crafting just 10 structures for us exclusively. He's a leader in rethinking how we live, and he's been green since '71. He builds each M-Velope with new Accoya\u00ae wood products that are durable and completely sustainable.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO-OD0lINWI\/AAAAAAAAeAI\/YpAD31Hqpq8\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: The B120 Wraith broke the world land speed record this past September, 2008 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Wraith took a speed of 166.459 in the A-PF 2000cc push rod and unfared shattering the old record of 141 mph.Their models include The B120 Wraith (production limited to 250 - 88 available before the book is closed), The F131 Hellion Combat (production limited to 150 - 7 available before the book is closed), The Renovatio and the C120 Renaissance Fighter (only 45 were made, 42 still available as of the time of this post) made exclusively for Neiman Marcus.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SO68rMbK3YI\/AAAAAAAAd-g\/Cwy3YYryBP8\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Their site has their history, their manifesto and more, but their nine 'iron law mandates' which make up their vision statement (to 'Create the world's ultimate street motoring experience, by far!') really say it all:1. Initiate a return to honest American industrial and mechanical designYour pioneering ancestors gambled their lives and the lives of their beloved women and children upon the hope for and faith in individual and familial empowerment. This new-world dream is the source of what you must feel when you mount, spark and cane your Confederate. Your machine must make real the promise of principled individuality.2. Never compromise passion, intensity, time or money.If you had all the world\u2019s resources from which to draw and one motorcycle to create, how would you conceive, design and craft her?3. Create through deep, considered, actual individual emotion.Because you would not compromise time, you would not have a completion date. Thusly, your most intense fiery passion could grow organically, as you searched your personal depths for the meaning which this body of work must convey, for the feeling and engagement of her owner and herself to be real.4. Perfect a balance of technology and the primitive.To achieve the pinnacle of enrichment from your motorcycle, she would have to possess an artful balance of connectivity with actual worldwide diverse human experience while embracing the best and most correct solutions for what the most hopeful prediction that our collective future holds for us all. The self actualized art of rebellion is the tool for the ultimate enrichment of individual self expression.5. Invest absolute faith.Your machine represents your expression of personal rebellion against the collective powers which constantly seek to make you and your in their grandiose image, coupled with the maximum capacity within your spirit to dream of machine creation that upon experience transforms her rider to a new place where no power in the known world could prevent acute comfort being exactly as you are. The key that unlocks this dream is faith -- faith in yourself and your vision.6. Overbuild.Your art must be impervious to the calendar. Actualized design requires the creation of perpetual timeless heirlooms. An overly robust absolute fatigue resistant machine is a must.7. Maximize and evolve individual craftsmanship.Love lives in the doing. Showcasing individual craft work in its most skeletal form declares the openness of your heart and fearlessness with which you engage with life.8. Relish the challenge.It must be fun. Your machine\u2019s design and creation is the journey; she will be used throughout time for the taking of journeys and these journeys are the point. Outcome and destination are not the priority.9. Persist eternally.You cannot fail. You are a winner. The end is not in doubt. You will never ever stop.The MachinesThe B120 WRAITH:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIdYOjLsDI\/AAAAAAAAeGk\/zhC6cWvHh08\/s1600-h\/Picture+9.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Exclusively made for NM, courtesy of Confederate Motor Company\u00ae, the first ever Fighter packs 190 mph of performance into its cutting edge carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis. 64\" wheelbase, 27\"H seat, integrated braking system, lots of high-tech bells and whistles, and custom NM edition features. Price? $110,000.00 USD. To purchase, call 1.877.9NM.GIFT.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPIdo4ICetI\/AAAAAAAAeGs\/KxQqaf8XJVQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+7.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Graphic designer\/illustrator Dyna Moe (hopefully a psuedonym) has done an honor to this show by capturing it in her many whimsical retro illustrations that can be downloaded as wallpaper for your computer from flickr or available for purchase](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPPzZutVhpI\/AAAAAAAAeJU\/eD02P-2amtA\/s1600-h\/2878420434_7dcfe7a1fc.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>So, how did she get into this? She's clearly a talented illustrator and graphic designer and was asked to create a Christmas card for Rich Sommers, who plays character Harry Crane on the show, to give to his office mates. Seems that a passion was born because that was just the beginning.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPP4-rJQGLI\/AAAAAAAAeKM\/qorleFaIaQ8\/s1600-h\/2838668495_322eec1abc.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a> Above: the Christmas Card she created for Rich Sommers (Harry Crane)She then began drawing a commemorative image as desktop wallpaper from each episode (sometimes more than one) and has created downloadable icons, iPhone wallpapers, placemats and more. Customizable prints of her most popular illustrations are for sale through](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPPyLSBFwkI\/AAAAAAAAeJM\/Y1FaaH2SN4c\/s1600-h\/sommerscard.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The phrase \u201cEatable of Many Orders\u201d comes from Kenji Miyazawa\u2019s \u201cRestaurant of Many Orders\u201d. It is a story about a wild cat restaurant which gives orders to customers rather than taking orders from them. Like the story, Eatable of Many Orders would like to provide customers an eatable menu for complete understanding of their products.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPVGEdE4WnI\/AAAAAAAAeMc\/TWlqInsDa1w\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>On their site they say they \"..would like to present their products like food and its ingredients with an aesthetic sense and sensibility.\" Not sure they've really achieved that yet. However, the materials they choose (not all of which are appealing.. like say, natural horse leather) have very interesting visual stories of their process.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPVFoKR1c_I\/AAAAAAAAeMU\/_h3J0dQqaF8\/s1600-h\/logo.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The gloves are available in three materials and five sizes: XS, S, M, L and XL. Fleece retails for $20; Stretch for $30; and Leather for $40.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYpCjBFERI\/AAAAAAAAeNc\/Coga15K2IaI\/s1600-h\/Picture+28.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>In case you're wondering.. which apparently some people are... Josh says that \"the magnets are just strong enough to hold the finger tips back, but not so strong that they\u2019ll interfere with watches or gadgets\"](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPYmM23kNQI\/AAAAAAAAeM0\/hqtqKPsII7c\/s1600-h\/Freehands-Fleece-4_large.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007PUMA:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s1600-h\/0f0b58998c.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Burberry:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVwP0O8DwI\/AAAAAAAAdlI\/ul2J950naSY\/s1600-h\/e9d25e9bca.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Dior:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVv1k4_MZI\/AAAAAAAAdkg\/lkIZQph77No\/s1600-h\/cec7923847.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Missoni:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Unknown to me (if you know, send me an e-mail):<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each. buy them here.<\/a>The image below with the NFL logo is also available:<\/a>Above: Untitled, 2008 ink on paperh: 42 x w: 59 in \/ h: 106.7 x w: 149.9 cmGalerie Michael W. SchmalfussIf interested in purchasing, Send Email<\/a>These are not available for purchase:Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVvubSDCcI\/AAAAAAAAdkY\/ZGkuwhl7XkU\/s1600-h\/095304a334.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2007Those shown above (done in 2007) are printed on canvas and measure120 x 85 cm each and are available for purchase.\u20ac 3.000,-- each.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVwYB76ltI\/AAAAAAAAdlY\/rTZHz93aoD8\/s1600-h\/bce11d7346.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVwEz33pzI\/AAAAAAAAdk4\/BqAuRSwXwwM\/s1600-h\/8768dbc485.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2006Louis Vuitton:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVv6ORhPBI\/AAAAAAAAdko\/i6JWY7AarGM\/s1600-h\/8fb7172c5d.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002 Gucci:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002Fendi:<\/span><\/a>Above: Aus \"Sich den Luxus erz\u00fcchten\", 2002The second is a series of erotic tapestries and assemblages (think Roy Lichtenstein meets Larry Flint). Some are assemblages of little plastic pieces glued together which are mocking 'ads' for sex toys, complete with the cliche\u00e9s of advertising such as \"NEW\" and starbursts. Clearly illustrating society's preoccupation with sex in advertising.Please note, the following images may be viewed by some as pornographic and NSFW.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Others are actual woven, embroidered or stitched narratives of orgies and oral sex, framed in heavy gilded frames.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Austrian born artist Deborah Sengl (b. 1974)See more of this talented artist's work at her site here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/deborah-sengls-logo-pin-up-girls-erotic.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224184803","modified_date":"1224184803","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SOVva8r2c8I\/AAAAAAAAdkI\/3ax0MrTXvRg\/s400\/0f0b58998c.jpg","datetime":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 16, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf":{"eid":"26dfd1bd4ae67aaf","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Pinc House: Scandanavian Modern Housing & Prefab Developments","utc_ts":"1224251400","descrptn":"<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Pinc House is all about bringing life into style. An Ittur Group owned company in Sweden, they conceive of, create, develop and build housing developments, prefab homes and projects that are modern, sustainable and great-looking. Here are a few of their impressive accomplishments and projects.The Sport:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: their original model home, the Sport range are available in two categories, \"Leisure\" and \"Residence\" with sizes ranging from 20 to 160 square meters.Boxland:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Boxland was developed in 2007 for HSB Helsingborg. This project consists of 33 box like homes, 15 green grass ping pong tables, 29 magnolia trees and one exceptional living environment.SeaPoint:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. 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April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Seapoint consist of 16 semi-detached contemporary villas overlooking the ocean and situated in a secluded yet very accessible maritime resort near Stockholm.Delight 66:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: The award winning prefab home collection is now technically being redeveloped by the Ittur Group, one of the largest privately owned groups in Sweden, and will meet EU technical and energy standards.The Black Barn Project:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: A luxurious and simple interpretation of the ancient Long House, the Black Barn, is made of a material called black calcimine and has a tarred roof and visible wood beams. It has many bedrooms, lots of storage space and is for a family. It's affordable, stylish and even has an exclusive spa facility.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6dWa-DzoI\/AAAAAAAAdHw\/hH1eZRnKpt0\/s1600-h\/Picture+37.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>About Pinc House:<\/span>The Pinc House Design Team runs a Concept Development Studio within the company \u2013 a specialized, internationally acclaimed, high-profile business unit with innovation, evolution and emotion as core values.In 2003 they launched their first (highly acclaimed) prefab house model. That was the start of their very own little crusade for stronger visions, better houses and higher quality of life for ordinary people.Within the Ittur Group, Pinc House is now responsible for all larger (one to three stories high) housing projects. Be it row houses, semi-detached houses, vacational homes or villas. Rentals, condos or freehold. From a genuine (innovative and ambitious, but always sustainible, always conscious and always long-term oriented) overall master plan, concept and specific target group analysis, they develop larger areas and turn empty land into attractive residential landscapes.Besides working on their own projects, they are here to help other developers turn their visions into reality \u2013 and their into profit. With a powerful platform provided by the Ittur Group they offer a highly industrialized building process, a truly cost-efficient perspective, a high level of customer support and all the experience and resources necessary to keep their promises.They provide a one-stop shop for the entire operation, regardless of scale, budget and time frame. They can offer a comprehensive one contract commitment, a full guarantee agreement, a shared responsibility or limited activities \u2013 all depending on the nature and conditions of each project and the demands from their clients.<\/span><\/a>contact info:Pinc House\u00ae StockholmPinc House ABNackagatan 4116 41 StockholmTel: 08-442 79 00Fax: 08-442 79 01Mail: info@pinchouse.se<\/a>Pinc House\u00ae Sk\u00e5nePinc House ABHesslegatan 3c291 31 KristianstadTel: 044-20 36 90Fax: 044-20 36 911Mail: info@pinchouse.se <\/a>See all of their work here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/pinc-house-scandanavian-modern-housing.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224263299","modified_date":"1224263299","type":"feed","lat_lon":"60.128161,18.643501","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SN6iJGBhETI\/AAAAAAAAdI4\/gKGJ9IDSxi8\/s400\/Picture+41.png","location":"Sweden","datetime":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 17, 2008 6:50 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"11df0564d8ea369b":{"eid":"11df0564d8ea369b","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Dre Wapenaar's Art Tents: Environments Cloaked In Canvas","utc_ts":"1224399600","descrptn":"<\/a>Dre Wapenaar is a Rotterdam-based artist whose primary medium is tents - environments designed to shape encounters, whether between individuals or for large groups. Dre's portfolio <\/a>includes a tent for reading newspapers, a birthing tent, \"Deathbivouac,\" the \"Pavilion of Loneliness,\" \"Tree Tents\" and \"4GPP\" - a pavilion for the performance of Dutch composer Simeon ten Holt's \"Concerto for Four Grand Pianos.\"<\/a>Above: Artist Dre WapenaarMost of his tents are art pieces or sculptures and are not sold for commercial use. In the blogosphere, he's best known for his unusual looking tree tents, first created in 1998:<\/a>Here's a little background. The first 3 Treetents were produced for Campsite De Hertshoorn in Garderen<\/a> in 1998. They were built by brothers Gertjan and Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar, as well as the steel frame as the manufacturing of the canvas.<\/a><\/a>In 2005 they built a new edition of the Treetent or Boomtent (this one can be loaned out and used for shows directly from Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar<\/a>).TREETENT 2005 EDITION\/ BOOMTENT EDITIE 2005<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Only ten were produced of the 2005 edition in the following colors:- forest-green- dark-grey- dark-beige- bright-whiteEngineer: Technisch Buro Cor de Heer<\/a><\/a>Steel Frame: Constructor Dick van Campenhout, Waalhaven Rotterdam.Canvas: Ten Cate Technical Fabrics<\/a>And I bet you didn't know that he actually has little ones for birds as well! Birdtent orders can be made directly via the studio<\/a>.<\/a>As mentioned at the beginning of this post, he's created a lot more than just the Treetents or BoomTents (as they are called in the Netherlands). Below are a few from his portfolio.Tent Village, begun in 2001 and revisted in 2007:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A Shower Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A BBQ Tent, 1997:<\/a><\/a>A Birthing Tent, 2003:<\/a><\/a>The Four Grand Piano Pavilion, 2004:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Camp Tent, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Recital Pavilion, 2008:<\/a><\/a><\/a>More tents to see at his site.<\/a>Studio Dr\u00e9 Wapenaar Vaandrigstraat 10, 3034 PX Rotterdam The Netherlandshttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/dre-wapenaars-art-tents-environments.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224421465","modified_date":"1224421465","type":"feed","lat_lon":"52.132633,5.291266","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPpYgtGLNmI\/AAAAAAAAedM\/nJqkXIFxjrg\/s400\/TTbigchill4021.jpg","location":"Netherlands","datetime":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 19, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"168edf425030ec3d":{"eid":"168edf425030ec3d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Modern Mosaic Art For Interiors, Tubs, Lamps & Rugs: SICIS- The Art Factory","utc_ts":"1224486000","descrptn":"<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole pin-up collection here.<\/a>Their bathtubs are available in traditional or modern silhouettes with several designs:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See their full range of mosaic bathtubs here.<\/a>They also have several mosaic rug collections:<\/a>See their Magic rugs here.<\/a><\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Bizanzio rug collection here.<\/a>Their Pix All collection is a stunning alternative to wallpaper:<\/a><\/a>See the Pix All collection here.<\/a>They create unusual wall tiles with inlaid mosaics too:<\/a><\/a>see the ColiBrick collection here.<\/a>They have a stunning and varied selection of mirrors:<\/a><\/a>See their mosaic Mirror collection here.<\/a>The Tip Toe Lamp comes in varied mosaic patterns and your choice of three different lampshades:<\/a>See all the Tip Toe Lamps here.<\/a>And even sell mosaic sculptures and mannequins:<\/a>See the sculptures and mannequins here.<\/a>The Hedonism collection is a series of black and white nudes for the wall:<\/a><\/a><\/a>See the whole Hedonism collection here.<\/a>There's more to look at on their site.<\/a><\/a>Contact info:Showroom Milano48100 Ravenna, ItalyPh +39 0544 469711North America, Inc470 Broome StreetNew York, NY 10013Ph 212 965 4100http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/modern-mosaic-art-for-interiors-tubs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224498628","modified_date":"1224498628","type":"feed","lat_lon":"40.75604,-73.986941","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"New York","datetime":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0d28dac72718e92f":{"eid":"0d28dac72718e92f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Joshua Hoffine Brings Your Nightmares To Life In His Beautiful Horror Photography","utc_ts":"1224572400","descrptn":"<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.<\/a><\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Purchase the prints and see his portfolio here.<\/a>Joshua's myspace page<\/a><\/a>Read his horror blog here<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/joshua-hoffine-brings-your-nightmares.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224583895","modified_date":"1224583895","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s400\/Picture+25.png","datetime":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 21, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0e1dcd39314b2e2f":{"eid":"0e1dcd39314b2e2f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists To Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>A video about the SAS project:Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224836754","modified_date":"1224836754","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2391b808fc207642":{"eid":"2391b808fc207642","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Rossignol Has Artists Depict The 7 Deadly Sins On Skis.","utc_ts":"1224831600","descrptn":"<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by Spacejunk gallery<\/a>, the Seven Artistic Sins project provides a canvas for the artists who's work drives the board culture movement. The art created for the Seven Artistic Sins will be showcased globally in exhibitions, websites, and gallery books, thus injecting fresh, artistic, cultural relevancy into the ski world.<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S6 By Caia Koopman (SLOTH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S5 BC by Will Barras (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S4 by Squindo (WRATH)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>S3 BC by Andrew Pommier (LUST)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S2 Park by Mr. Jago (ENVY)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a><\/a>S1 Park by Andy Howell (GREED)<\/a>artwork detail:<\/a>Learn about the 7 artists and their processes here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/rossignol-has-artists-to-depict-7.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224887652","modified_date":"1224887652","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s400\/Picture+26.png","datetime":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 24, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3c1fbc32b8a74819":{"eid":"3c1fbc32b8a74819","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Short On Room But Big On Style? Here Are Some Great Options For Small Spaces","utc_ts":"1224945240","descrptn":"<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. 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The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>With showrooms in Milan and New York, SICIS The Art Factory does things with mosiacs for both residential and commercial spaces that are contemporary, fun, elegant, functional and frankly, unmatched.A huge selection of everything from rugs (which are backed and ready to put on the floor) to wall tiles, lamps, mirrors, mannequins, sculptures and bathtubs, SICIS has taken the ancient art of mosaic and translated it to modern and contemporary interiors.I can hardly show you all of their pieces , so I'll share with you some of my favorite collections of theirs.Their Pin-Up collection is a series of mosaics that are either mounted as individual cut out wall pieces or as part of a wall mural:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPov0bZcPAI\/AAAAAAAAeWk\/HoJE1zj15zA\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>In honor of the upcoming Halloween holiday, I wanted to share with you the ghoulish photography of 35 year old Joshua Hoffine of Missouri.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjRVUxPCsI\/AAAAAAAAeQM\/BST4Z_eheus\/s1600-h\/Picture+25.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Don't let his boyish looks deceive you, he's definitely dark. Designing sets that emulate small movies, he artfully brings horror to the medium of photography.By capturing every fear and phobia from monsters under your bed and lurking under the stairs to spiders, zombies, cockroaches and clowns. I get the heebie-jeebies just uploading the pics!All the prints shown below are available for purchase in 2 sizes on his website.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SPjZi_VbIkI\/AAAAAAAAeRE\/UltJCjMGNok\/s1600-h\/Picture+61.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>For the first time ever 7 prominent board culture artists, some of them skateboard legends like Steve Cabellero and Andy Howell, have been asked to create original art for the new Rossignol twin tip ski line.The concept is simple: 7 Skis, 7 Artists, and a mission to artistically express the 7 Deadly Sins.Curated by](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCplWeF_8I\/AAAAAAAAem8\/A4pDHcvNECE\/s1600-h\/Picture+26.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>With the seven artistic sins, skis are not just generic graphics and sidecuts, They become ridable art. The only odd thing you'll notice is that two of them seem to have depicted \"greed\" and no one seems to have depicted \"pride\" at least not according to the information from the project.Check them out!S7 By Steve Caballero (GLUTTONY)](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQCswsOuC2I\/AAAAAAAAeoA\/VvDtafENzw0\/s1600-h\/Picture+36.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>What do you do when you love good looking furniture and design but reside in a 400 square foot apartment? The following products are a few examples of ways to make the most of your small space without sacrificing design.The WallFlower Wall Office<\/span><\/a>The Wallflower Wall office by Jonas & Jonas has a scratch- and shock-resistant body of made of laminate (HPL: high pressure laminate) and allows for any kind of strain. Wall office offers room for folders, books, writing,phone and lamp. WALLFLOWER Walloffice is available in widths of 1100 mm and 960 mm.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Jonas & Jonas<\/a>The Corner Flame <\/span><\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.<\/a><\/a>Radius Design<\/a>The Square Sleeper Chair<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy it here<\/a>The Corner lamp<\/span><\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall<\/a>Design House Stockholm<\/a>Got a bathroom the size of a closet?Then maybe the Ego Tower by Aquaware <\/span>is just the thing for you. It's got the mirror, sink, towel rack, shelf drawer and light all in one:<\/a><\/a>Shown above in both oak and in weng\u00e9 wood. Learn more here.<\/a>Flat Life by Finn Magee<\/span><\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!<\/a><\/a>Learn more about Flat Life here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/short-on-room-but-big-on-style-here-are.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s400\/smallspacesolutions.jpg","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 7:34 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"188cf805c5ec9dd0":{"eid":"188cf805c5ec9dd0","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"A Better Use For Beanie Babies: Road Kill Art By L. Mylott Manning","utc_ts":"1224950100","descrptn":"ROAD KILL STUFFED ANIMALSL. Mylott Manning<\/a><\/a>As a part of the Art In Odd Places<\/a> exhibition, NY artist L. Mylott Manning has placed mutilated stuffed animals (not actual 'beanie babies', by the way.... I don't want to get sued by TY<\/span>) soaked in dirty water at various 14th Street locations.<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/better-use-for-beanie-babies-road-kill.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1224970436","modified_date":"1224970436","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNBiBIMb7I\/AAAAAAAAero\/di_rzNMBE_o\/s400\/Picture+10.png","datetime":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 25, 2008 8:55 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"48c3159975b43599":{"eid":"48c3159975b43599","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Lavazza Continues Their Tradition Of Stunning Calendars With Annie Leibovitz for 2009","utc_ts":"1225004400","descrptn":"<\/a>I'm a huge fan of Lavazza<\/a> products, the company and their corporate culture. And each year I look forward to their new calendar, which is unparalleled in its quality and production. Armando Testa<\/a> of Italy deserves as much of the credit as does Lavazza. A collaboration that has yielded some of the most impressive forms of communication for Lavazza's product lines for 48 years now!Last year I did a long post on their 2008 Majestic Calendar<\/a> and this year, I will continue the tradition with their newest release. To learn more about the past calendars, shot by the world's greatest photographers including Helmut Newton, Albert Watson, David LaChapelle, Elliot Erwitt, Erwin Olaf, Eugenio Recuenco and more, <\/span>go here.<\/a><\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:<\/a>Be sure to click on each photo to enlarge and see them as they should be seen.The Cover:<\/a>January\/February:<\/a>detail:<\/a>March\/April:<\/a>detail:<\/a>May\/June:<\/a>detail:<\/a>July\/August:<\/a>detail:<\/a>September\/October:<\/a>detail:<\/a>November\/December:<\/a>detail:<\/a><\/a><\/a>Annie Leibovitz is probably the most well-known living photographer in the world today and an impressive addition to the roster of world-class photographers for Lavazza. Below are some photos from 'backstage' at the shoot:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And here's the \"making of video\":Unfortunately, these calendars are not available for purchase, so you'll have to scour ebay in hopes of getting your hands on one. Please don't bother writing me asking where you can get one and no, mine is not for sale :)To see last year's Majestic Experience Calendar, shot by Finlay Mackay, go here.<\/a>To see Annie Leibovitz' equally magical shots for Disney's Dream Portraits series, go here<\/a>.To see more of Armando Testa's impressive work, go here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/lavazza-continues-their-tradition-of.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225009615","modified_date":"1225009615","type":"feed","lat_lon":"41.87194,12.56738","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNwlzJeL6I\/AAAAAAAAesg\/-rbeUq8_MSc\/s400\/Picture+32.png","location":"Italy","datetime":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 26, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0167c925ff13e12d":{"eid":"0167c925ff13e12d","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"If You've Never Seen The Eyewear of Linda Farrow, You Could Use Some Glasses.","utc_ts":"1225200600","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:<\/a><\/a><\/a>A few from The Luxe collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a>And some examples from the Vintage collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM74WRrkuI\/AAAAAAAAerY\/9T7az9aiWXY\/s1600-h\/smallspacesolutions.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Made by Radius Design, it is a wall mountable fireplace that doesn't use wood, burns cleanly, appears to be floating and takes up minimal space while giving you maximum warmth. Available in multiple finishes.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLbIsch5x5I\/AAAAAAAAUVo\/P-Sgy1XbNjk\/s1600-h\/Picture+12.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>This is such a bright (pardon the pun) that I'm amazed I didn't see it long ago. Created by Design House Stockholm, designed by Roberto Cardenas. Made of pergament plastic lamp shade & steel pole. measures 66\" tall](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SLdbEClnSUI\/AAAAAAAAUaY\/qHsU4Ox2P9M\/s1600-h\/Picture+31.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>\"Flat Time\" and \"Flat Light\" are posters with photographs of a clock and a lamp that have a built in LED light and 7 digit LED readout, so rather than take up space on a surface, your clock and desk lamp are wall mounted!](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQM1gTupIQI\/AAAAAAAAeq4\/B8CARi_YUB8\/s1600-h\/finnmagee.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The fabric carcasses resemble the aftermath of real animals that have been hit by a vehicle but delve further into psychological symbolism as the viewers realize the uncannily realistic animals are made out of cloth.Take a look at some of the reactions from passers by.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNJlnevz6I\/AAAAAAAAesY\/UfU5qIwTvhQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+5.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Where and when?Time and Location: Saturday, October 11, 18, 25 (12-4pm). 14th Street between University Place & Broadway; between Third & Sixth Avenues; between Ninth &Tenth Avenues.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNChTC6USI\/AAAAAAAAerw\/E_cXbGNS6JQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+9.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Today is the last day to view this art installation. See more of the Art In Odd Places exhibit](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNDo__G7XI\/AAAAAAAAesQ\/loItxuhstvI\/s1600-h\/Picture+12.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Focusing on the best Italy has to offer from history, art and cinema to food, this years' calendar is \"The Italian Espresso Experience\" and celebrates things ultimately and divinely Italian. From the Colosseum and Leonardo Da Vinci to spaghetti and romance.Photographer Annie Leibovitz, Nicola Crivelli, the Director of Client Services for Armando Testa in Italy (who has been involved in all 17 amazing calendars), Creative Director Michele Mariani, art director Andrea Lantelme and copywriter Cristiano Nardo have continued the tradition of lust-worthy calendars with this one for 2009.Below are all the photos from the stunning calendar, just off the presses. The calendar also features Italian supermodel Electtra Rossellini Wiedemann, daughter of Isabella Rossellini in the image for September\/October.The models are:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQNy69goUeI\/AAAAAAAAeso\/GW3-2C7gmXk\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Anyone who's a true fashionista is already familiar with Linda Farrow's collection of luxe, vintage and limited edition designer sunglasses. They appear in the chicest of boutiques and on the runway models of the hippest designer's shows, fashion mags and more. If you've never heard of Linda Farrow or their eyewear, then this will be a treat for you.First, a little background for those of you who do not know of Linda Farrow eyewear.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SP6DUGqvtSI\/AAAAAAAAefE\/BQtXwPtFVVY\/s1600-h\/Picture+47.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>First established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand of luxury eyewear rose quickly to acclaim amongst stylish Londoners and the international jet set. Originally a fashion designer herself, Linda Farrow was one of the first to treat sunglasses as fashion, producing collection after cutting-edge collection, her finger always on the pulse of the times. A tireless experimenter, Farrow pioneered many of the shapes and styles that remain au courant today. Exploring the use of screws on frames, for example, Farrow developed the avant-garde wraparounds that became Yoko Ono\u2019s trademark style in the 70s. Farrow\u2019s relentless pursuit of luxury, innovation and cutting-edge design continue to mark the brand almost forty years on.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SP6CaZzRW_I\/AAAAAAAAeek\/MURYPXDwji4\/s1600-h\/Picture+46.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Simon JablonIt was in one of their warehouses in London that the artistic director, Simon Jablon, son of the legendary designer Linda Farrow, rediscovered old models of original sunglasses created in the 70s and 80s by his mother. In April 2003, Linda Farrow Vintage was launched.They now carry three collections; only a few of which from each line are shown below.The fine jewellery collection which are glasses whose frames are made with precious metals, diamonds and other gemstones:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SP6F5akB7LI\/AAAAAAAAef0\/oiNQJU6lLRo\/s1600-h\/LFVportrait.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a><\/span>The Linda Farrow Vintage range consists of 2000 models, which includes styles produced in limited edition of only 500 copies. The glasses are sold in their original packaging, through exclusive and international distribution.But what I find more interesting than their three lines are the collaborative efforts with other fashion designers and the sunglasses worn by the runway models during fashion shows.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Models sporting Linda Farrow designs at the runway shows<\/span><\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Model wearing the collaborative effort of Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott<\/span>Linda Farrow Vintage has launched several collections in collaboration with brands such as Giles Deacon, House of Holland, Dries Van Noten, Peter Pilotto, Yohji Yamomoto, Ponystep, ACNE, Basso & Brooke, Bernhard Willhelm, Buddhist Punk, Eley Kishimito, Jeremy Scott, Sophia Kokosalaki and Linda Farrow Vintage for Tsuba.Many of these were designed for select fashion designer's runway shows, below are some of my favorite collaborations with fashion designers:With Bernard Wilhem:<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Jeremy Scott<\/a>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Luella:<\/a><\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Model wearing the Linda Farrow Luella Cat glasses on the cover of Mario Testino's book<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Rodarte:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>With Erickson Beamon:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a> Learn more and see more at Linda Farrow Vintage<\/a>Today, Linda Farrow Vintage and its original concept, Linda Farrow Gallery, are produced exclusively for other designers, and are present in more than 300 outlets. Several styles (not all) can be found only at specific boutiques like Harrods (London) Joyce (Hong Kong), Le Printemps (Paris), Harrods Men's Department (London), L'Eclaireur (Paris), Maria Luisa (Paris), Penelope (Italy), Quartier 206 (Berlin), Jeffrey (New York) and Isetan (Tokyo).<\/a>Linda Farrow51, Calthorpe Street - Unit AWC1X 0HH London, Great BritainT : +44 (0)207 713 1105F : +44 (0)207 713 1106www.lindafarrow.co.uk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/10\/if-youve-never-seen-eyewear-of-linda.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225233455","modified_date":"1225233455","type":"feed","lat_lon":"51.500152,-0.126236","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQcrmusdPCI\/AAAAAAAAeyw\/ahENjKw8Y5E\/s400\/LFCollabs.jpg","location":"London","datetime":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Oct 28, 2008 6:30 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"4487f42a016c374c":{"eid":"4487f42a016c374c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Mads Norgaard Believes Your Clothes Should Speak For You","utc_ts":"1225522800","descrptn":"Fashion designer Mads Norgaard believes in wearing your heart on your sleeve. And on your scarf. And your t-shirt. And even your skivvies.<\/a><\/a><\/a>\"Imagine Living in Peace\" T-shirt:<\/a><\/a>\"Free Tibet\" 100% Organic underwear:<\/a>\"Obama for President\" 100% organic underwear:<\/a><\/a>\"Speak Up\" Scarf:<\/a><\/a>In addition to his Speak Up series and his 100% organic cotton underwear, Copenhagen designer Norgaard has several other collections. Read on for the company history.<\/a>COMPANY HISTORY - MADS N\u00d8RGAARD-COPENHAGEN:<\/span>1986The collection 'Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen' shares history with the shop Mads N\u00f8rgaard. When Mads N\u00f8rgaard opened his shop in October 1986 he soon realized that there were things he missed that he could not find in other collections. He started producing his own designs, and due to rising demands from other shops, he soon began to sell his collection to other shops too.1995Mads expands his own designing and establishes his own show room above the shop at \u2018Str\u00f8get\u2019. The year after he introduced a women\u2019s collection and a children's collection. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen now has four collections for women and men per year: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.2001The Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen collections are shown and sold internationally. Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s collections meets \u2013 thanks to 400 retailers \u2013conscious costumers in Europe, The United States, Australia and Japan.2005Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen\u2019s first show during the Danish Fashion week is held in August 2005. The location is \u2018Den Gr\u00e5 Hal\u2019 (The Grey Hall) at Christiania in Copenhagen, and is the 1st show in the 'Christiania Trilogy\u2019 \u2013 several places named \u2018show of the year'. The 2nd show in the Christiania Trilogy was in February 2006. And last show was held in August 2006.2007Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen opens a showroom in Stockholm and one in L.A. In February, the first part of the new trilogy the Speak Up-Trilogy was held in the historic Valencia-building in Copenhagen\u2019s west area.In August Mads N\u00f8rgaard-Copenhagen decided to make \u2018The Copenhagen Experience\u2019 <\/a>-a fashion film trilogy. The film is a tribute to youth and Copenhagen. It was shown at the Danish fashion week, and later on in Oslo for the Speak Up Trilogy \u2013part 2. It is also put on several fashion websites and youtube.com. The music from the film \u201cThe Copenhagen Experience Recording #1\u201d was released on vinyl and itunes in November of 2007.<\/span><\/a>His collection for 2008, Paint It Black, can be viewed here.<\/a>Visit his site here: http:\/\/www.madsnorgaard.dk<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/mads-norgaard-believes-your-clothes.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1225540519","modified_date":"1225540519","type":"feed","lat_lon":"-25.274398,133.775136","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SQdDH7cuSoI\/AAAAAAAAezI\/SQnjqs8KCog\/s400\/Picture+44.png","location":"Australia","datetime":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM PDT","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 1, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"128a3c32ea289a3c":{"eid":"128a3c32ea289a3c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Gets Cuddly With A Steiff Bear In His Likeness","utc_ts":"1226068980","descrptn":"<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld<\/a> has been all over the fashion world more than usual lately, whether it's his Gun heeled shoes, his own action figure doll, or images of him holding his latest fishing rod for Chanel. Either way, he's inspiring lots of fun goodies and this Steiff bear is the latest.<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Karl Lagerfeld Action Figure (sold out everywhere)<\/span>This limited edition Steiff teddy bear in the likeness of designer Karl Lagerfeld is dressed in signature jeans from the KL collection, sunglasses (just like his namesake) and a black tie with a Swarovski crystal in it. He comes poised on black plexiglass podium and in a pristine white gift box.<\/a><\/a><\/a>Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.Limited-edition Karl Lagerfeld Steiff bear includes:14.5\"H bear with jointed limbs, constructed of the finest alpaca wool. A miniature outfit designed in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, including black denim jeans, flannel jacket, white shirt, Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded silken tie, leather belt with Swarovski\u00ae crystal-studded KL buckle, and tailor-made leather boots. Miniature sunglasses in the style Karl Lagerfeld himself wears. Special black-and-white gift box with KL and Steiff logos. Scribble of the bear, drawn and signed by Karl Lagerfeld.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Limited to 2,500 made and sold worldwide. Cost is $1,500.00 USDAvailable at Neiman Marcus<\/a>, Bergdorf Goodman<\/a>, Steiff<\/a>, Colette.<\/a><\/a>If luxe teddy bears is your thing, Steiff makes many of them, including the world's most expensive teddy bear, a 125 Carat bear with gold, diamond and sapphire button eyes.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/karl-gets-cuddly-with-steiff-bear-in.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226096610","modified_date":"1226096610","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRMkmqrcdCI\/AAAAAAAAfH8\/yTMV8VxWa5k\/s400\/faar_lagerfeld_v.jpg","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:43 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"490b583c3a6aa118":{"eid":"490b583c3a6aa118","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Samsonite's Black Label Gets Glitzy; Alexander Queen's hardsided luggage now in silver.","utc_ts":"1226111760","descrptn":"Alexander McQueen\u2019s work for Samsonite Black Label gets two new updates this season \u2013 in limited edition shining silver for the striking ribcage Hero piece (Al1) and the Travel piece (Al2) in crocodile skin design.The shiny exterior, courtesy of a new paint technology, is developed in conjunction with Bayer. First developed for the motor industry, the paint is thermoformable and highly resistant to impact.The surfaces are scratch- and UV resistant yet drip of sleek modernity, blending Samsonite\u2019s famed hardiness with the glamor that is the hallmark of Alexander McQueen. This new silver collection will be available at Samsonite boutiques worldwide starting this month.<\/a>Above: The Hero PieceThe critically acclaimed Hero piece takes on the imprint of a human form with the ribcage and sternum outlined at the front of the case and the backbone on the back. Now in a rich Chocolate, the decadent color and texture makes this piece more luxurious than ever. This striking effect is echoed within the interior with a negative of the ribs represented in a soft molded form. The Hero piece is also available in chocolate, black and bone colors. AI1 Upright 57 Silver: 43x57.5x25.5 cm, 17x22x10in<\/a>Above: The other hardside pieces in the collection follow the design thread of fusing patterns and textures found in nature with the latest cutting-edge technology to create a crocodile skin textured pattern. The cases are lined with a soft feather print and are also available in chocolate, black and bone colours. AI2 Upright 55 Silver (Crocodile Texture): 37x55.5x21 cm, 14.4 x22x8.25inAbout the Black Label Collection By Alexander McQueen:<\/a><\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. 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![<\/a>Samsonite has a rich history of partnering with some of the world's most interesting and well-respected designers. When the time came to launch a new collaboration, thoughts turned to the man who is probably the world's most influential fashion designer - Alexander McQueen.The McQueen brand is defined by the juxtaposition of tradition with technology; the of romance, nature, the influence of arts and crafts, together with edgy tailoring and a futuristic aesthetic. When brought together with Samsonite Black Label's values of luxury and style, and an unrivaled 97-year heritage of function and durability, the result is a unique collection of luxury travel items that not only meet the demands of modern travel but also one that applies the McQueen values to luggage for the very first time.Design:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.<\/a>Alexander McQueen<\/a><\/a>Samsonite Black Label<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226151334","modified_date":"1226151334","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8ejsZzYI\/AAAAAAAAfMI\/2mQdhOPf798\/s400\/Picture+14.png","datetime":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 7, 2008 6:36 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3062f1bfa86e6da5":{"eid":"3062f1bfa86e6da5","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"After Months of Promotion, The Sony Ericsson New Xperia X1 Is Here","utc_ts":"1226822460","descrptn":"<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes. Go here to watch them.<\/a><\/a>Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) X1 - At a Glance<\/a>Camera\u2022 Auto focus\u2022 3.2 megapixel camera\u2022 Photo light\u2022 Video recording<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing<\/a>Internet7\u2022 Internet Explorer(R) Mobile\u2022 RSS feeds\u2022 Opera(TM) 9.5<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif<\/a>\u2022 Available colors: Silver\u2022 Main screen: 65,536 color TFT\u2022 Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels\u2022 Size: 3 inches (approx.)\u2022 Phone memory5: up to 400 MB\u2022 microSD(TM) memory card supportNetworks:GSM\/GPRS\/EDGE 850\/900\/1800\/1900UMTS\/HSDPA\/HSUPA 850\/1900\/2100 MHzPre-order it here now.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/after-months-of-promotion-sony-ericsson.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1226845205","modified_date":"1226845205","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s400\/Picture+29.png","datetime":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 16, 2008 12:01 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"05c1be880b89138f":{"eid":"05c1be880b89138f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Gap Mixes It Up For Christmas: Remixed Classics With Singing Celebs","utc_ts":"1227060000","descrptn":"<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site here.<\/a><\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRT8TrcZA4I\/AAAAAAAAfL4\/TxbwngugyGs\/s1600-h\/Picture+19.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The hero piece in the collection takes design inspiration from the human rib cage. McQueen took a mold of a male torso and began to work from there. \u201cThe human ribcage protects our vital organs as we move about in the world.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRUCT4BYL3I\/AAAAAAAAfMg\/yiRok8rG4bA\/s1600-h\/Picture+24.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Luggage takes on the same role as we travel and pack our worldly possessions inside for safe transport, \u201d said McQueen at the Samsonite launch of his new collection. Available in bone, black and chocolate brown, the hero piece boasts a ribcage and sternum outline in the front, and a backbone on the back.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SRUCnOxC4DI\/AAAAAAAAfMo\/f2KusOiIaQA\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>PRNewswire\/ \u2014 Sony Ericsson North America announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xperia(TM) X1 to the U.S. marketplace. The Xperia(TM) X1 delivers a range of multimedia and communication experiences that have long been coveted and in demand by consumersThe Xperia X1 will be available unlocked through Sony Electronics and its authorized retailers beginning on \"Black Friday,\" November 28. This premium device will be sold unlocked for the MSRP of $799.99, giving consumers the freedom to choose their own mobile operator and data plan. You can pre-order it now from the link at the end of this post.](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3khvbqffI\/AAAAAAAAfjA\/Nj67ceGoVfQ\/s1600-h\/Picture+29.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Xperia X1's unique panel user interface is at the heart of the device's ability to create and adapt consumers' personal choices. With up to 9 panels, it's easy to find and enjoy the information and entertainment content they want. Sony Ericsson is busy working with third-party developers to create a wealth of new applications and new panels that will soon be available for download.By incorporating the Windows Mobile(R) 6.1 Professional operating system, the Xperia X1 frees consumers from their home and office, allowing them connectivity to their content wherever they are.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3fNjnjbHI\/AAAAAAAAfiI\/1yEPIwnUd-Y\/s1600-h\/Picture+23.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>As Sony Ericsson's most advanced phone to date, the Xperia X1 brings together a large, 3-inch wide VGA display touchscreen and a full QWERTY keyboard all wrapped into a sleek silver metal- finished arc slider handset. The Xperia X1 supports fast 3G networks, enabling audio and video streaming, high-speed internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. In addition to delivering 3G mobile broadband speeds, the Xperia X1 supports WiFi to meet the needs of consumers' always connected lifestyles.In the tradition of Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X1 offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience with a 3.2 megapixel camera, video streaming, video playback and video recording, and the ability to enjoy all their digital music.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3e7bUFVWI\/AAAAAAAAfiA\/yZKpt01zv3Q\/s1600-h\/20080524-sony-ericsson-xperia-x1.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Beginning last September, they promoted the Xperia with a competition centered around a series of online webisodes featuring a character named Johnny X. Although the competition and a chance to win a phone is over now, you can still watch the episodes.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3i2rG3o5I\/AAAAAAAAfiw\/OomZSWkOWtY\/s1600-h\/Picture+28.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silverMultimedia\u2022 Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)4\u2022 Media player\u2022 Music tones\u2022 Windows Media(R) Player Mobile\u2022 3D games\u2022 FM radio\u2022 Java(TM)\u2022 Video streaming\u2022 Video viewing](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3gAuQi5_I\/AAAAAAAAfiY\/dLqeO9GXFr8\/s1600-h\/20080523-sony-xperia-x1-31.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Communication and Messaging\u2022 Polyphonic ringtones\u2022 Speakerphone\u2022 Vibrating alert\u2022 Video calling3,8\u2022 Email\u2022 Picture messaging (MMS)9\u2022 Predictive text input\u2022 Text messaging (SMS)9](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3dshL6MbI\/AAAAAAAAfhw\/9XEu6Kjz1qg\/s1600-h\/helpYou.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Design\u2022 XPERIA(TM) panels\u2022 Optical joystick navigation\u2022 Navigation key\u2022 Picture wallpaper\u2022 Touch navigation](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3dD_lnUQI\/AAAAAAAAfho\/Wnn7k6__xyQ\/s1600-h\/sharpLooks.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Organizer\u2022 Alarm clock\u2022 Calculator\u2022 Calendar\u2022 Document editors\u2022 Document readers\u2022 Flight mode\u2022 Handwriting recognition\u2022 Notes\u2022 Phone book\u2022 Tasks\u2022 TouchscreenConnectivity\u2022 aGPS\u2022 Bluetooth(TM)4 technology\u2022 Modem\u2022 Synchronization\u2022 USB support\u2022 WLANWindows Mobile(R) Operating System\u2022 Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks\u2022 Microsoft(R) Office Mobile: Word Mobile, Excel(R) Mobile, PowerPoint(R) Mobile\u2022 Windows Live(TM)\u2022 Microsoft(R) ActiveSync(R)\u2022 Voice control\u2022 Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3cZq0IlDI\/AAAAAAAAfhY\/NgVZxRe3qK0\/s1600-h\/takeWithYou.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Above: Although originally rendered in black, the phone is silver\u2022 Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm (approx.)\u2022 Weight: 145 grams (approx.)http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/img\/blank.gif](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SR3ft5DSIII\/AAAAAAAAfiQ\/TOS5UsWtDzg\/s1600-h\/20080523-sony-xperia-x1-2.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>In an effort to engage people in online shopping this holiday season (since the economic outlook is so bleak), several retailers are turning to fun 'promotional' devices.The Gap division of Gap Inc., is bringing out a campaign featuring celebrities in brightly colored outfits one can 'mix'. Drawing on the parallel between mixing the separates from the Gap store, you can enjoy the re'mixed' holiday sung by music, tv and movie celebrities. Or make your own 'mix' of a holiday song at their online site](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s1600-h\/gapremixesxmas.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>\u201cAs everything progressed, we decided something lighter in tone would be fitting for the times,\u201d said Trey Laird, president and creative director at Laird & Partners in New York, the Gap agency.\u201cDefinitely, it\u2019s going to be promotional out there,\u201d Mr. Laird said, using the retail term for a climate in which price-cutting predominates, \u201cbut you\u2019ve got to engage people, too, because there\u2019s so many promotions out there.\u201dGap will also offer a Gap Movie Card promotion for filmgoers at 1,000 theaters owned by chains like AMC, Cinemark and Regal. The cards, to be given free to ticket buyers, will be good for 15 percent or 20 percent off merchandise at Gap stores.The NY times is quoted as saying the following:The celebrities in the Gap campaign include Jon Hamm of \u201cMad Men,\u201d the TV series about advertising in the 1960s, with his girlfriend, the actress Jennifer Westfeldt; cast members of \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d; the Dixie Chicks; actors like Jason Bateman, Jason Biggs, Freddy Rodriguez and Rainn Wilson; and actresses like Jennifer Hudson, Milla Jovovich and Mary-Louise Parker<\/span>But I found different celebrities (shown below). Perhaps the others will be joining them or featured on other elements of the campaign like broadcast tv spots or print ads.<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring the Gap Christmas Cast<\/a>Above: We Three Kingz featuring Freddy Rodriguez, Romany Malco and Jason Biggs<\/a>Above: Jingle Bells featuring Flo Rida and Trey Songz<\/a><\/a>Above: Deck The Halls featuring the Dixie Chicks and Sandra Bernhard<\/a>Above: Winter Wonderland featuring Jon Heder and Janelle Mona\u00e9<\/a>Above: Baby It's Cold Outside featuring Rainn Wilson and Selma Blair<\/a>And lastly, you can watch the original 'remix' sung by all or make your own mix on the site here.<\/a>It's no Elf Yourself<\/a> (which by the way is back this year and now with a bigger Office Max logo and the opportunity to make printed greeting cards and other photo goodies) and the folks over at adfreak have made their opinion known.<\/a>But go check it out for yourself and you decide.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/gap-mixes-it-up-for-christmas-remixed.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227094977","modified_date":"1227094977","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSHrmeXyaqI\/AAAAAAAAf0Q\/QpljtFmXp-4\/s400\/gapremixesxmas.jpg","datetime":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 18, 2008 6:00 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"17e676a86e9e3108":{"eid":"17e676a86e9e3108","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Epos & Visa Have 100 Worldwide Artists Design Credit Cards","utc_ts":"1227144360","descrptn":"Over at NOTCOT<\/a>, I spotted a post by Rice Candy<\/a> about some artist designed credit cards. Unfortunately there was no link to the gallery of 100 designs created for the Japanese financial institution, Epos. After some scouring around, I finally found it. So, now I'll share with you some more information and designs as well as a link to the site where you can see all 100 designs for yourself.<\/a>Visa and various international designers from all over the world have launched 100 beautifully designed credit cards for Epos International of Japan. Styles include everything from photography to hand scribbled graffiti by such artists and designers as Friends With you, Touma, Julian Picaud and Tristan Eaton.The project is a collaboration with the Bleed Design<\/a>, Visa and Japan's leading fashion stores Marui Co. The cards launched this past September 2008 and will be available until October 2009.Here are several of my personal favorites:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>To see all 100 designs along with artist information, check out the gallery here.<\/a><\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/100-design-cards-epos-visa-have-100.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227157870","modified_date":"1227157870","type":"feed","lat_lon":"36.204824,138.252924","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSTLl2UPzXI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/4vTv-JQ-2YQ\/s400\/Picture+17.png","location":"Japan","datetime":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 19, 2008 5:26 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"227a75a39da55149":{"eid":"227a75a39da55149","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Steven Meisel's 'Patterns' Photographs Spawn A Limited Edition Jigsaw Puzzle","utc_ts":"1227427200","descrptn":"If you didn't catch Fashion photogapher Steve Meisel's amazing photos for the 'Patterns' editorial in last Spring's Italian Vogue, take a look at them here (courtesy of art+commerce):<\/a>Above: the cover<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: Stylist<\/em>: Edward Enninful, Hair<\/em>: Guido, Make up<\/em>: Pat McGrathAnd what better way to commemorate the piece than with a limited edition jigsaw puzzle?Steven Meisel Jigsaw Puzzle <\/b>:<\/a>1000-piece jigsaw puzzleEdition of 1000Signed and numberedPuzzle: 20 x 28\u2019\u2019 (50 x 70 cm)Box: 8.5 x 12 x 2\u2019\u2019 (21.5 x 30 x 5 cm)$750<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: detail of meisel photo of model Meghan Collison <\/span>Looking for a gift for the artsy fashionista who has everything? Then this might be just the thing.Legendary fashion photographer Steven Meisel has released a signed, limited-edition jigsaw puzzle of an image from his stunning 'Patterns' story he photographed for Italian Vogue last spring. The 1000-piece puzzles are packaged in a custom box and are signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. They have been produced in an edition of 1000 and are $750 each.This limited-edition jigsaw puzzle features a pattern-on-pattern photograph<\/a> of model Meghan Collison as a tattooed pin-up. The image originally appeared in Vogue Italia, a publication for which Meisel has created every cover and lead editorial story for nearly two decades.Each custom-made cloth box is signed and numbered by Steven Meisel. The jigsaw puzzle is manufactured by Editions Ricordi, makers of high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1808.Puzzles are $750 each and may be purchased by credit card on this site or by calling 212-524-5519. Email inquiries should be directed to: shop@artandcommerce.com<\/a>.Puzzles are also available at Colette in Paris, at Barneys New York, and at 10 Corso Como in Milan.See other Editions Ricordi jigsaw puzzles here.<\/a> And here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/steven-meisels-patterns-photographs.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1227472377","modified_date":"1227472377","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSi93PHEQ9I\/AAAAAAAAgE4\/mrAou3-hjzk\/s400\/AAC210995.jpg","datetime":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"09e65eb5dcad867c":{"eid":"09e65eb5dcad867c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Ototo's Balloon Doggy Bank Exclusive Sale- Only 2 left!","utc_ts":"1227653760","descrptn":"<\/a>I will be selling some limited edition design items in very limited quantities that are very hard to find in the US.I'm starting with this fabulous Doggy Bank by Ototo Design Studio<\/a> of Israel.This ceramic doggy bank is glazed in high polish gold and has a slot for coins with a removable plug on the bottom. It's a nice large size, 12.5\" from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail and stands 8\" tall, and looks wonderful on a mantel or shelf. Sculpted to resemble a Balloon dog, it makes a great gift for children or adults. It even has felt pads for the feet to protect any surface. Comes in the manufacturer's box, safely packaged.Suggested retail is $74.00 and the least expensive I could find it was for $57.00 +$25.00 shipping here<\/a>, so this is an excellent deal. The bank will ship priority mail (so no PO boxes) beginning Friday, December 5th and arrive in 2-3 days.<\/span>Only $50.00 each<\/span> + $12.00 priority mail shipping (sorry, United States only). Pay with the paypal button below.If for some reason the 'buy now' button does not work (it should send you directly to paypal, contact me directly at lauralsweet@mac.com<\/a> regarding sales.http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/11\/ototos-balloon-doggy-bank-exclusive.html","img_url":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228284167","modified_date":"1228284167","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SSyJGJdDG4I\/AAAAAAAAgLA\/IJz0IzoARww\/s400\/doggybank.jpg","datetime":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Nov 25, 2008 2:56 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"0cb264b98b3ff8e7":{"eid":"0cb264b98b3ff8e7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"UDATED: 20 Stainless Steel Tea Kettles You Should Whistle At!","utc_ts":"1228204800","descrptn":"Addendum: Now it's 21 tea kettles. Having recently found the soon to be available \"Globus\" tea kettle from the Russian design Studio Art Lebedev.*<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>This post is featuring stainless steel tea kettles (sometimes called water kettles, stove top kettles or just simply 'kettles') of exquisite function and form.Kettles are really just vessels to heat water, whereas teapots just 'hold' the brewed tea. Most tea kettles 'whistle' when the water has reached boiling point. Several of these stove top kettles have Kohner harmonica whistles or other high quality whistles that do not pierce the ears but instead are nice and melodic reminders that your water is ready.The following stainless steel kettles are noted because of their design, functionality and availability. No concept or prototype tea kettles in this post, just amazingly designed ones you can actually purchase. From bauhaus inspired designs that have been around since the early 1930's to the best new modern designs of today, like Joey Roth's Sorapot.I'm starting with the tea kettles by various designers for Alessi. So, settle in with a cup of tea and start reading.Alessi Signature Kettle with Bird Whistle<\/span> by Michael Graves, 1985<\/a>67 oz , stainless steel, buy it here.<\/a>With all white ... and now, there's a special limited Black edition:<\/a>buy the special black edition here.<\/a>buy the white one here.<\/a>*Almost impossible to find is Michael Graves' variation on his alessi tea kettle, the Spinning Whistle Tea kettle, once available at Target and through Amazon:<\/a>Look for it on ebay.<\/a>The Pito Teakettle by Frank Gehry for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h. Buy it here.<\/a>Il Conico Tea Kettle, Designed by Aldo Rossi<\/span> for Alessi:<\/a>Kettle in polished steel. 8.7\" diameter x 8.7\" h buy it here<\/a>Alessi Fruit basket Teapot designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa<\/span>:<\/a>Alessi Fruit Basket Teapot in 18\/10 stainless steel mirror polished, cm17.2 x cm13.6 x hcm 17.5;Buy it here.<\/a>Alessi Mama O' Water tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>special order here.<\/a>Alessi Train Whistle Tea Kettle by Richard Sapper:<\/span><\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom. buy it here.<\/a>The Mami Tea kettle by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi:<\/span><\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz. buy it here.<\/a>Oliver Hemming's stunning Nio Hob Stove Top Kettles:<\/span><\/a>buy the Nio kettles here.<\/a>The Eva Trio Water Kettle by Ole Palsby:<\/span><\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim. buy it here.<\/a>The Lucido and Satinato Whistling Kettles by Serafino Zani:<\/span><\/a><\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.buy them here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>And the Serafino Zani Geyser Whistling Tea Kettle<\/span>:<\/a><\/a>buy it here.<\/a> Or here.<\/a>The Bodum Ottoni Stovetop Kettle:<\/span><\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Bodum Osiris tea kettle<\/span> in shiny stainless steel:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>The Chantal Classic Stainless tea kettle<\/span>:<\/a>A Available in two sizes, or with various colored enamel finishes- buy any of them here.<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3<\/span> is a stunning kettle with wood handle by Piquo Ware.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by Picquot Ware<\/a>. <\/a>buy it here.<\/a>Kalorik Glass and Stainless Tea kettle:<\/span><\/a><\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle. buy it here.<\/a>The Oggi Zephyr stainless steel tea kettle<\/span> has a nice modern design and is very reasonably priced:<\/a>buy it here.<\/a>And finally, Joey Roth's Stunning Sorapot, now available in mirrored high polish or brushed stainless is destined to become a like the aforementioned tea kettles.The Sorapot<\/span><\/a>Original Brushed: $200<\/a><\/a><\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250<\/a><\/a><\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish here.<\/a>*The Globus Tea Kettle <\/span><\/a><\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their worldwide online store.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/stainless-steel-tea-kettles-you-should.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399196","modified_date":"1229399196","type":"feed","lat_lon":"56.26392,9.501785","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s400\/kettlesganged.jpg","location":"Denmark","datetime":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 2, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32bed002ffb498e1":{"eid":"32bed002ffb498e1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Plushdepartment Gives PC's A Modern Makeover With PURE* Computers","utc_ts":"1228377600","descrptn":"<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.<\/a><\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of ichbinleise.de.<\/a>The ceramic glazed PC housing comes in 10 different colors including natural, terracotta, sky blue, lime and some, like the white and black, come in either a matte finish or a glossy finish. An accompanying 5.1 amplifier is available as well.<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1<\/a><\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work here.<\/a>Designer Piet Boon<\/a> will be making one for them in concrete and expect one from designer Edward van Vliet<\/a> in January.What's inside:<\/b>Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo; this CPU is very powerful yet very energy efficient.Motherboard: Kontron; a industrial quality high tech board of superb quality.Grafik card: ATI 4650 chip with 512MB DDR RAM\/ DVI\/VGA\/HDMIHard disk: 1000 Gigabyte with very fast SATA II interface.Memory: 2 x 2048MB highend Dual Channel RAM 800MHz dual channel.Sound: 7.1ch HDA \/ AC-97Network: 2 x Gigabit LAN connections plus 1 x wifi connection.USB \/ Firewire: 8x USB 2.0, 4x RS232C, 2x IEEE1394 (Firewire).All this makes the PURE*computers very powerfull and reliable and enables you to work fast, enjoy emerging graphics, store thousands of files, MP3's, data, photos or movies and you can easily connect to other computers.PURE* computers contain the same technology that you find in the ikbenstil.nl computers<\/a>. Ikbenstil uses the best available cooling technology to create extremely silent high end computers. At the same time those computers are very stable, energy efficient and fast. Because of this technology it is possible to use Plushdepartment computers in every living or working space.<\/a>The Plushdepartment Store<\/a>Dukdalfweg 301041BE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsE-mail: info@plushdepartment.comTelephone +31-20-3301345http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/plushdepartment-gives-pcs-modern.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228433265","modified_date":"1228433265","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s400\/Picture+11.png","datetime":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 4, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"07ca8272b1f2b4b7":{"eid":"07ca8272b1f2b4b7","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Give Him A Porsche For Christmas. Well... Everything But The Car.","utc_ts":"1228636800","descrptn":"<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:<\/a><\/a>Foldable USB key:<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:<\/a>detail:<\/a>Writing tools:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:<\/a><\/a>Pocket knives:<\/a><\/a>Golf bag and trolley:<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:<\/a>Children's Bobsled:<\/a>Electric drill:<\/a>Cufflinks:<\/a><\/a><\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold<\/a><\/a><\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, black hands:<\/a>P\u00b46612 Dashboard PGC with rose gold, white hands and face:<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop<\/a>. Other items may be available at select Porsche Design Studio stores. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.About Porsche Design:Porsche Design is a luxury brand with particular focus on technically inspired products. The brand was founded in 1972 by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, and since then its products have stood for functional, timeless and purist design. The product portfolio includes men\u2019s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men\u2019s fragrance range. The products are designed in the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria, and sold worldwide in own stores, shop-in-shops, high quality department stores and exclusive retail outlets. <\/span>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/give-him-porsche-for-christmas-well.html","img_url":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228654217","modified_date":"1228654217","type":"feed","lat_lon":"47.516231,14.550072","image":"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s400\/Picture+22.png","location":"Austria","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"3697c84629901c0c":{"eid":"3697c84629901c0c","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"The Hippest Gingerbread Houses Ever! April Reed's Farnsworth House & More","utc_ts":"1228675260","descrptn":"<\/a>This gingerbread version of Farnsworth House \u2014 Mies van der Rohe\u2019s modern masterpiece in Plano, Ill. \u2014 is a (deep-pocketed) design lover\u2019s dream. It took the elves at April Reed Cake Design<\/a> several days of photo research and about 25 hours to construct the fondant-covered walls, poured-sugar \u2018\u2018glass\u2019\u2019 windows and sugar-paste I-beams and staircases. The project was a natural progression for the Manhattan cake maven, who specializes in stylishly spare confections for weddings and parties. \u2018\u2018I tend to pass on overly theme-y cakes, but I have a soft spot for commissions that are intriguing from a design perspective,\u2019\u2019 Reed says. The house costs $4,320, with 15 percent of the proceeds going to help repair the real Farnsworth House, which was damaged in a September flood.The actual Farnsworth house:<\/a>Other mid century modern gingerbread houses worth checking out include this 1950's gingerbread house from Jeff Gates of life outta context<\/a>:<\/a>Don't forget this customizable one I blogged about last year which is still available for purchase:<\/a>Buy it here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/hippest-gingerbread-houses-ever-april.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1228725603","modified_date":"1228725603","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STwY5NBqcoI\/AAAAAAAAg2Q\/fQ5QKLzD3Zw\/s400\/Picture+23.png","datetime":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"32193ff2ddfa9a38":{"eid":"32193ff2ddfa9a38","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Getting More From Your Kicks. Nat-2's Transformable Shoes","utc_ts":"1229328000","descrptn":"Talk about fashion innovation! Nat-2 makes shoes that transform into a second pair with the simple unzipping of a sole. From a loafer, quilted sneaker, canvas hi-top or other type of kicks to a flat slip-on sandal in one swift move. The tops are interchangeable as well so you can have multiple looks if you own several pairs.<\/a><\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMVXXmlNOI\/AAAAAAAAgkY\/wqrd_SvSLdQ\/s1600-h\/kettlesganged.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Designed by frank gehry for alessi, 1992. handle & whistle in mahogany. 1 qt 29 oz capacity, 7.25\" h.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STLjlqruS0I\/AAAAAAAAghg\/rbvyxKWuAoo\/s1600-h\/Picture+29.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Kettle in stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black. Magnetic steel heat diffusing bottom.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STLoOTHRLLI\/AAAAAAAAgiA\/DzGUiC_rx_0\/s1600-h\/Picture+34.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>In brushed stainless steel, first designed in 2003, 10.25\" h | 9.5\" d | 3.5\" w | 1qt. 18.75oz.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STLqn9Y5jxI\/AAAAAAAAgiI\/4CRI1wsDAh4\/s1600-h\/Picture+35.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Hard to find, but beautiful. Designed by Ole Palsby for the Eva Trio line of Eva Denmark. Water Kettle made of imperishable 18\/10 high-quality steel with a robust thermal bottom offering excellent heat distribution. The entire series has \u201ccool\u201d handles and a pouring rim.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STL-2pcXu5I\/AAAAAAAAgjQ\/vUp_20YIulc\/s1600-h\/Picture+48.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The Whistling Kettles from Serafino zani, with their signature coiled handles, have been made in Italy. These Whistling Kettles hold up to a maximum of 1.7L of water.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMI4MCJyII\/AAAAAAAAgkA\/J--NfP_km9U\/s1600-h\/image23036.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The Piquot Kettle K3 is made from Magnailium, an aluminium\/magnesium alloy developed by](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMEHxCjmSI\/AAAAAAAAgjo\/mCium4lriHs\/s1600-h\/Picture+51.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Features of this 1,500 watt jug kettle include easy-opening hinged lid, boil dry protection, stainless steel concealed heating element, water scale with blue LED indicator light, removable spout filter, stainless steel housing with shiny chrome finish, glass base and lid, non-slipping rubber feet, chrome button On\/Off switch and chrome handle.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STMBlvnyRlI\/AAAAAAAAgjY\/21ZKdVexHJc\/s1600-h\/cordless-jug-kettle-kalorik-team-appliances.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>and now, Mirror Polished: $250](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STLWxUFMEbI\/AAAAAAAAgfQ\/pWVrIr-aEII\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Buy the Sorapot in either finish](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STLYyJ5PkqI\/AAAAAAAAgfw\/7pzXuMmbuW0\/s1600-h\/Picture+13.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Made of 18\/10 stainless steel with a silcione handle available in blue, red or yellow. Made by the Russian Design Studio Art Lebedev, it will be available soon at their](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUQ9nhW5K2I\/AAAAAAAAhBw\/q1AiPvnhWyw\/s1600-h\/Picture+4.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Plushdepartment (there is no space between the words) is an Amsterdam company that was formed based on the that computers are fantastic machines that enhance our capability to communicate, work, play, keep us informed, enable us to have control over the information, data and media we use like no other machine before... only they didn't look aesthetically pleasing.They asked themselves \"Where were the computers that enhance our living space? Where were the computers that have shape and colour and feel?\"The folks at Plushdepartment started the search for beautiful, colorful, designed computers and found none. So, PURE* Computers was born.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STXDh7OyTAI\/AAAAAAAAgos\/gvqfADctGPA\/s1600-h\/Picture+11.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>They combined the power of computers with living, organic and beautiful materials. They added color, style and pattern and line to what used to be a boring square box. Inside the PURE*lineup they put balanced high end components. Each selected part is chosen for its excellence in its field. Some parts even had to be developed, like the PSU, which is designed by the electrical engineer of](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STW-g5kcpiI\/AAAAAAAAgoE\/4rRNecvUecM\/s1600-h\/Picture+8.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>They also have this metallic bronze option:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STW349fPMZI\/AAAAAAAAgm8\/nx_Jx1LNnfg\/s1600-h\/PUREcolors.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>They also have a Gold PC with matching Gold Amplifier:PURE*GOLD PC Amplifier 5.1](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STW4Li8fY3I\/AAAAAAAAgnE\/R4oqG39zdwk\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>In addition to the solid matte, glossy and metallic colors, they have PURE *Art designs especially created for them by various artisans, like these two fabulous examples:Delft Blue Series:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STWxtZhwirI\/AAAAAAAAgmk\/7kJGkPdMAPo\/s1600-h\/Picture+21.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: The Delft Blue series will be available in a limited amount and with numbered certificate from Royal Delft, Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles anno 1653.And this fun one by Dutch Graffiti artist Zender:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STW8BPlytpI\/AAAAAAAAgnc\/Jrg_L7mTWqM\/s1600-h\/Picture+3.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: Zender is a well known Dutch artist working for exibitions, events and graphic design. You can find more of his work](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STW-qYfOgiI\/AAAAAAAAgoM\/a0EfCQtRjS8\/s1600-h\/Picture+10.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Okay, so he'd really like a Porsche for Christmas, but it's just not within your budget. So why not something from the Porsche Design Studio instead? With highly styled products ranging from usb keys, pen knives, home and kitchen accessories to luxury watches and cuff links, there are a lot to choose from. The large selection of design products includes several fun children's toys and a four nicely designed 2009 calendars.Here are some of my favorites:Zumbotel Desk lamp:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWh--HQrI\/AAAAAAAAgzA\/cvFaANJtu_Q\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>detail:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToHumt3FvI\/AAAAAAAAgwQ\/-6NqOMpTFFY\/s1600-h\/02_072_0060_P7112_1_23896.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Long slot toaster, coffeemaker, and kettle:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToH7unkkHI\/AAAAAAAAgwY\/kfApxFBYqxg\/s1600-h\/02_072_0050_P7111_Desk_Luminaire_detail_20797.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Four espresso cups with matching saucers, each numbered:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToIMuT7bHI\/AAAAAAAAgwg\/dg0r7QfKTic\/s1600-h\/02_072_0530_Home_Appliances_1_20523.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Foldable USB key:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToVoYcyfYI\/AAAAAAAAgyo\/LHhuc3C_S4E\/s1600-h\/Picture+20.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Desk Top Clock Radio:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToHn9XOWbI\/AAAAAAAAgwI\/OMBygl6kF8w\/s1600-h\/02_072_0055_Porsche_Key_USB_memory_stick_1_26394.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Aluminum Sledge:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToLa7XYjaI\/AAAAAAAAgxY\/cfueiHQNw6g\/s1600-h\/Picture+24.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>detail:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToC8shPNXI\/AAAAAAAAgvo\/SNcXTTJx5QM\/s1600-h\/02_072_0060_Aluminium_sledge_26016.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Porsche Designs Studio's collaboration with Adidas brought the recently awarded Adidas Bounce S:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToKkjbmkMI\/AAAAAAAAgxQ\/pWolEnP3aps\/s1600-h\/02_072_0061_Aluminium_sledge_detail_26017.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>detail:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToJcDfnhtI\/AAAAAAAAgww\/fAfe8-oqK0k\/s1600-h\/Picture+13.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Writing tools:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToJsso6oDI\/AAAAAAAAgw4\/l4YzZD7efSs\/s1600-h\/Picture+14.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>'Porsche 1' Travel bag and toiletries bag:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToNy3qbcLI\/AAAAAAAAgxw\/Q0OjvxoWt34\/s1600-h\/02_072_0065_P3120_Aluminium_13445.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Pocket knives:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToVPkHiFsI\/AAAAAAAAgyY\/MixqeI4g4WI\/s1600-h\/Picture+21.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Golf bag and trolley:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToKHV27EVI\/AAAAAAAAgxA\/jdDvr3aSiFc\/s1600-h\/Picture+18.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Children's Push-along bike:](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToRRajJa9I\/AAAAAAAAgx4\/7CEelrVh9z0\/s1600-h\/02_072_0050_Golf_golf_trolley_3_15552.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Children's Bobsled:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToDRYmEyiI\/AAAAAAAAgv4\/stGvC8X0SL8\/s1600-h\/02_072_0090_Porsche_pushalong_bike_26020.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Electric drill:](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToDIKvQiAI\/AAAAAAAAgvw\/kHMxB6DtchM\/s1600-h\/02_072_0110_Porsche_Childrens_Bobsleigh_26022.jpg\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>Cufflinks:](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToHSqObHOI\/AAAAAAAAgwA\/FnmA0XZ_Qoc\/s1600-h\/02_072_79111_002_P7911_18885.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>To fit in with the Christmas celebrations, Porsche Design has added a golden accent to several of their men's accessories this holiday season. The designs add the precious metal in yellow and rose to some select sunglasses and watches.P\u00b48440 Sunglasses:](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToRoLSDIDI\/AAAAAAAAgyA\/Oq_RAdNRdsM\/s1600-h\/Picture+17.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The P\u20198440 sunglasses in Light Gold Matt were designed with a definite nod to the \u201cExclusive Sunglasses\u201d from 1978 \u2013 a true Porsche Design The design of the lens attachments and bridge is a direct quote from the original.For the first time, two models from the Porsche Design Dashboard series feature a rose gold case with a rubber and titanium layered bezel.The rose gold numbers and indices are featured in all three variants of dial and are partly displayed with superluminova.This also applies to the hands, which for the first time are pointed to make it possible to tell the time more precisely.The rose gold and sapphire glass black reveals the Porsche Design rotor system and the ETA 2894-2 automatic mechanism.P\u00b46750 Worldtimer, now in rose gold](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STnxXHxyVOI\/AAAAAAAAguA\/Ztz-MLPYTUw\/s1600-h\/02_072_WinterGold_0010_P8440_27011.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is once again offering a varied selection of calendars. Customers have the choice of four unusual wall calendars and a date planner.](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/STnxjCRe1bI\/AAAAAAAAguI\/39HmYydklDI\/s1600-h\/02_072_WinterGold_0080_P6612_PGC_rosegold_white_27031.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>The four calendars and the date planner can be ordered over the Internet at www.porsche.com\/shop and will also be available from Porsche centers. Some of these products may be available only in certain countries.Items from Porsche Design Driver\u2019s Selection are available at Porsche Centers and - with the exception of the watches - on the Internet at](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SToWMrp1V3I\/AAAAAAAAgy4\/ZNV0dAqu62E\/s1600-h\/02_072_0050_Porsche_Diary_closed_26014.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>But that's not all. They've also recently introduced the STACK (4 in 1), a pair of kicks that can transform into 4 different options, creating endless possibilities if you own multiple styles.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUWKUMIvvnI\/AAAAAAAAhKg\/x1hp2mmgXX8\/s1600-h\/Picture+1.png\"){kind=link}
![<\/a>The Nat-2<\/span>:<\/a>Made for men or women, the styles are varied, as are the materials. You can go 'flashy' with gold or silver leathers, semi-transparent styles or crazy colors. Or more understated, with black, denim, khaki or ivory canvas and a more simple silhouette.A German-based company, Nat-2 has patented their 2 in 1 zipper function.Part of their present collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And exciting new upcoming styles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>If 2 shoes in 1 aren't impressive enough, they've recently introduced 4 in 1! A shoe that comes with added pieces to give you four complete pairs in one.The Nat-2 STACK:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>See the video:<\/a><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>HeadquartersChiemingerstrasse 7, D-83339 Chieming-St\u00f6ttham, GermanyTel:+49 8664 1782 Fax +49 8664 1728 Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.com+ + + + + + +Munich Showroom & OfficeK&T GmbH c\/o Charisma Trading GmbHZeppelinstrasse 11, D-85478 Garching-Hochbr\u00fcck, GermanyTel:+49 89 32443 67 Fax: +49 89 32443 68Skype: sebthiesthies@kt-shoes.comhttp:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/getting-more-from-your-kicks-nat-2s.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229399195","modified_date":"1229399195","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUVCsYQkQAI\/AAAAAAAAhCo\/yiQw92KMBqs\/s400\/shoe.jpg","datetime":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 15, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"01a6ef46b173385f":{"eid":"01a6ef46b173385f","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Nothing Standard About These T-shirts: 3 Great Designs For The Standard Hotels","utc_ts":"1229548980","descrptn":"<\/a>Three contemporary legends, Jose Parla, Eric Haze and Natas Kaupas from Miami, NYC and LA have created a set of 3 limited edition T-shirts for The Standard Hotel's 3 properties (owned by Andre Balazs) in those cities. Incorporating black and white typography, each style gives a different the vibe and brings out the feeling and culture of each cosmopolitan city.The shirts, besides being beautifully designed, come in special little pouches. Available in either black or white and in small, medium or large sizes. Each is limited to 1, 500 of each design, costs $55.00 USD and is available for purchase through the Standard Hotel's online store here.<\/a>Orders before 18th Dec will be received before the holidays using regular shipment. Orders before Dec 22 will arrive for holidays.Natas Kaupas Los Angeles shirt<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Eric Haze New York shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Jose Parla Miami shirt:<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlw6Uy6y6I\/AAAAAAAAhPo\/uD5WDInS3x4\/s1600-h\/Picture+32.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>About The Artists:<\/span>These 3 impressive artists have a rich body of work - each with a style that represent the 3 cities where Standard Hotels are located:Jose Parla<\/span> - a contemporary artists with graffiti roots whose work looks like kaleidoscope of layered colors and textures. It's totally incredible to watch him at work - you can watch him on a CoolHunting video from last year here.<\/a>\u2022His first solo exhibition in NYC just opened at Cristina Grajales (from Nov 8 to Dec 20)\u2022He has had many exhibitions around the world in USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, Japan etc. etc. - including ones at Christies during art basel and with Takashi Murakami in Tokyo.\u2022His first UK solo show called \"Adaptation\/Translation\" opened in October at ELMS LESTERS PAINTING ROOMS<\/a>\u2022He was also one of 6 young artists who went to China for an artists' tour - the other artists on this trip include with artists like Suitman, Rostarr, Deanne Cheuk, Davi Russo (photographer), Mark Foster (filmmaker) See more about that <\/span> here.<\/span><\/a>Eric Haze<\/span> - legendary graffiti artist and graphic designer from New York City and is known as one of the earliest designers of streetwear clothing\u2022Eric has collaborated with a number of brands such as Porsche, Sony, Stussy, Mountain Dew, Nike, G-Shock, New Balance\u2022Some of his works include the now iconic early hip-hop logos for Public Enemy, EPMD, and MTV as well as album covers for the Beastie Boys and Tommy Boy Records. His handwritten text for the cover of the Beastie Boys \"Check Your Head\" album is probably one of the most imitated handwriting styles to this day.\u2022His customised Lotus \"Exige\" to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Sony \/ Playstation video game \"Gran Turismo\" received a huge amount of attention globally -car is currently being auctioned on ebay to benefit Studio in a School, a New York non-profit that pairs professional artists with children.\u2022Earlier this year Haze completed a major solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Hong Kong<\/span><\/span>Natas Kaupas<\/span> - accomplished artist and skateboarding legend - He is often referred to as one of the first true professional street skateboarders during the \"Dogtown Era\" - there are loads of amazing videos about him on YouTube.\u2022In early 1990\u2019s, Natas began to do art direction and graphic design for such companies as Santa Monica Airlines, Element, Vita, Etnies and his own board company, Designarium - and later became global creative director at Quicksilver.\u2022Natas was profiled in one of the most famous skateboarding films of all time \"Streets on Fire\u201d <\/span><\/a>Buy them here.<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/nothing-standard-about-these-t-shirts-3.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229620992","modified_date":"1229620992","type":"feed","lat_lon":"34.052187,-118.243425","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUlzJ4lqvRI\/AAAAAAAAhQY\/2U360NEeuvU\/s400\/standardtees.jpg","location":"Los Angeles","datetime":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 17, 2008 1:23 PM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"22557118e6d0dc53":{"eid":"22557118e6d0dc53","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Marcel Wanders Designs a Regal Christmas Collection for Bijenkorf Department Store","utc_ts":"1229760000","descrptn":"<\/a><\/a>I'm a huge fan of just about everything Marcel Wanders touches. But, if you read my blog regularly, you already know this :) Whether it's his work for Moooi, Droog, interior design for hotels in Miami<\/a> and Milan, his amazing collection for Holland Electro<\/a>, wallpaper for Graham & Brown, his rugs for Colorline<\/a>, his ceramics, his Swarovski pieces, his \"House of Dreams\" collection.... and I could go on and on. Now, in his inimitable style, he's done it again with a collection of gifts and more for a department store in Amsterdam.<\/a>He designed a beautiful new Christmas Collection of gifts for the Bijenkorf department store<\/a> in Dam Square of Amsterdam as well as the in store decor and window displays that used Three Queens to introduce it with much pomp and circumstance.<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.<\/a>As usual, Marcel Wanders never disappoints, with attention to everything related to his work and designs. The collection and accompanying elements are rich, elegant, regal and wintery.<\/a><\/a><\/a>The collection consists of wrapping paper, socks, teddy bears, lingerie, christmas balls, vases, patterned dresses and table decorations, all of which feel both festive and majestic. Here are most of the pieces from the collection:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And stunning images from the Bijenkorf catalog:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Marcel Wanders studio<\/a>Marcel's Designs for The Mondrian South Beach<\/a>Marcel's rugs for Colorline<\/a>Marcel's collection for Holland Electro<\/a>http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/marcel-wanders-designs-regal-christmas.html","img_url":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1229799542","modified_date":"1229799542","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwqwVy4N2I\/AAAAAAAAhbw\/kweCekWlVoM\/s400\/Picture+31.png","datetime":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 20, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"2d10eb2bb593e8bc":{"eid":"2d10eb2bb593e8bc","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Emma Hack Takes Body Art To A New Level With Her Latest Collection","utc_ts":"1230019200","descrptn":"<\/a>We've seen body painting before. I've posted about well-known hand painter, Guido Daniele<\/a> and the body painting of shoes on feet by Temptu<\/a>. But it wasn't until I saw her work on the cover of India's Platform magazine, that I was introduced to Australian artist and body illustrator Emma Hack.<\/a><\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature Florence Broadhurst wallpaper designs<\/a> mixed with her body illustration. Emma continues to work blending her \u2018wallflowers\u2019 with the beautiful designs of Broadhurst. Emma\u2019s recent 2008 collection, featured during the Adelaide Fringe Festival, features exotic Australian animals, nude landscapes and a continued collection of Florence Broadhurst wallpapers<\/a>. Emma photographed this collection herself, evolving her talents further. <\/p> Here are her most recent works from her Wallpaper series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>And earlier works in the series:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. 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![<\/a>Above: The exterior of the Bijenkorf department store in Dam SquareThe event was heralded by on December 6th with the arrival of Three Queens in carriages decked out in black, white and gold to match the collection.](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SUwyKVEzh1I\/AAAAAAAAhdo\/ME5iGMEXtZY\/s1600-h\/Intro-sfeer-LB.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Above: The image used on cover of Platform magazine from last year that piqued my interest in the work of Emma Hack.An artist with several skills; sculpture, multimedia, photographer and more, I'm sharing images of her body painting for this post because it's simply amazing. Her work uses the naked bodies of both men and women as canvases and incorporates the backgrounds to give us the illusion of a flat surface in which the bodies are so well camouflaged against wall coverings, it's hard to even see them.About this stunning collection: Emma\u2019s Wallpaper 2005, 2007 and 2008 collections feature](\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU568SjisCI\/AAAAAAAAhmY\/eYCISHaq4SE\/s1600-h\/Picture+22.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>In her Evolution collection<\/span>, she actually painted animals!An alligator, a possum, a dragon and turtles:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.<\/a><\/a>Emma is represented in Adelaide by:Art Images Gallery32 The Parade NorwoodSA 5067Phone: 08 8363 0806http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/feeds\/posts\/default?alt=rss","link":"http:\/\/ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com\/2008\/12\/emma-hack-takes-body-art-to-new-level.html","img_url":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","media_url":"","year":null,"month":null,"day":null,"hour":null,"minute":null,"second":null,"score":null,"hash":"","creation_date":"1230032060","modified_date":"1230032060","type":"feed","lat_lon":"","image":"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU53VF1cy-I\/AAAAAAAAhkw\/zxuSHpoXagM\/s400\/Picture+13.png","datetime":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM PST","specificity":"n","disp_date":"Dec 23, 2008 12:00 AM","timelines":[],"te_score":"0","tid":"feed*05edcd5d9e567c8c"},"431d1c8267d9a3c1":{"eid":"431d1c8267d9a3c1","username":"5ca099284162fa00","title":"Karl Lagerfeld's Sexy Photo Essays To Promote Dom Perignon","utc_ts":"1230451200","descrptn":"In the spirit of upcoming New Year's Eve, as thoughts turn to champagne, I wanted to share these two very sexy campaigns for Dom P\u00e9rignon with you since they have rarely been seen.<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU51ihSDg2I\/AAAAAAAAhkY\/7IcsterMG-0\/s1600-h\/Wallpaper-Gloves.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>A bit about the artist:Emma began her career as a make up and hair stylist and painted children's faces. She has evolved into a world-class body illustrator with several awards and acclaim, as well as a sculptor, a photographer and more. She's involved in several projects and continues to stretch and hone her talents.](\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SU50rFQYfCI\/AAAAAAAAhj4\/Pz1FeqTsoEg\/s1600-h\/Evolution-Turtles.jpg\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Karl Lagerfeld promoted two different vintages of Dom P\u00e9rignon with sexy photo narratives starring super models Claudia Schiffer in 2007 and Eva Herzigova in 2006, respectively. Granted, they are both sexist male fantasies; the first about a man who envisions his wife as different exotic women, the second about a wealthy woman, who grows bored after shopping and bathing and decides to seduce her male neighbor in a luxury hotel. However, the photography by Karl Lagerfeld and styling are fabulous and worth sharing despite the obvious chauvinistic overtones.Dom P\u00e9rignon's \u0152noth\u00e9que, vintage 1993, is lauded with this 2007 black and white campaign, the story of which (albeit very sexist) is about a bored wealthy couple in which the man fantasizes his wife to be several different women. (Click on the photos to enlarge them<\/span>)The Dom P\u00e9rignon \u0152noth\u00e9que Vintage 1993 campaign in 2007<\/span>:<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SVbVsNs6wZI\/AAAAAAAAiQs\/okAViEBe3wM\/s1600-h\/Picture+27.png\"){kind=link}
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![<\/a>Credits:<\/span>Photographer:<\/span> Karl Lagerfeld<\/span>Models:<\/span>Claudia SchifferBrad KroenigS\u00e9bastien Jondeau<\/span>Stylist:<\/span> Andrew Richardson<\/span>Casting:<\/span> Katherine Marre<\/span>Fashion:<\/span>Christian Dior Haute CoutureDior HommeC\u00e9lineFendiLouis VuittonGivenchy<\/span>Jewels:<\/span> Victoire de Castellane - Dior Joaillerie<\/span>Hair:<\/span> Odile Gilbert<\/span>Make-up:<\/span> Ayako<\/span>Manicure:<\/span> Anny Errandorea<\/span>Direction Image:<\/span> Eric Pfrunder<\/span>Photographer's assistants:<\/span>Xavier AriasBen SollichFr\u00e9d\u00e9ric DavidOlivier Saillant<\/span>Photoshop:<\/span> Ludovic d'Hardiville<\/span>PR:<\/span> Caroline Lebar<\/span>Making-of:<\/span> Xavier Arias - Orange<\/span>Website Conception & production:<\/span> pubfiction<\/span>Design & code:<\/span> chewing the sun, www.chewingthesun.com<\/span>Coordination:<\/span> XOTOX \/ Marie-Laure Brossier, www.xotox.fr<\/span>\u00a9 Champagne MOET & CHANDON 2007 - Copyright is detained by Champagne MOET & CHANDONconcerning the photographs, the making-of and DOM PERIGNON trademarks. Rights reserved. Infringement of copyright is incurred for any unauthorized reproduction.<\/span><\/span><\/a>](\"http:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zqFoq3qej2c\/SVaAtyonpEI\/AAAAAAAAiMs\/F5HJafGuu9g\/s1600-h\/Picture+27.png\"){kind=link}
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