FORMATIVE DESIGNS

From Alice Tacheny Design. Pared down to the most basic elements, the Teddy hook is a natural maple peg hook with a simple leather strap for holding scarves or accessories.

1.5"w x 6.5"h x 4.12"d

Inspired by an Arts & Crafts prototype, the elegant lines and simple ornamentation of this letter keep are especially pleasing in solid, unlacquered Brass. 

Hand-forged in Moradabad, India's "Brass City", this beauty is ideal for organizing photos, stamps, and stationary. Use it as a stylish napkin holder too! 

From Two | One Studio come these delightful vases.

Each ceramic vase is hand finished by the artists' hands' and is slightly different. The vases are white and clear glazed inside and out. Outside clear glaze extends almost to the bottom, revealing the smooth stone-like surface of the  Beautiful on their own, stunning with flowers, and fun with kitchen utensils, we knew we had to have them as soon as we first saw them. You will too.

All vases 4 3/4" x 4 3/4", diagonal width 6"                     Tall - 11" H    Short 6 7/8" H 

From One | Two Studio come these delightful vases.

Molded from a form made by Elisa and David, each piece is finished by hand and is slightly different. The vases are white and clear glazed on the inside. Outside, the vase is banded by a dark nutty charcoal glaze on the bottom. Above the banded glaze, the ceramic is left unglazed and sanded stone-smooth. The result is very reminiscent of unglazed porcelain. Beautiful on their own and Stunning with flowers, these vases are superb.

Masculine and elegant, these coasters are both simple and dapper. From the studio of talented Brit designer Josh South, six circles of natural veggie tan leather sit around a contrasting oak peg. The peg is footed in cork to avoid scuffing your surfaces. The rich, thick leather will protect your tables from marks, and is designed to gain character through use. The natural leather color will age to a rich cognac, and will develop a rich patina over time. The blue is dandyism personified - good looking, refined and cool as a scotch on the rocks. 

Set of 6. Materials: Natural tan vegetable leather with contrasting oak center post.   Dimensions: 3.5" diameter, 1 5/16" tall.  Makes a great gift for the man in your life. 

The epitome of fine craftsmanship, the Keyway Ruler is the work of the very talented Will Baugh. These rulers, produced as prototypes are as well made as something one would imagine heads of state might have on their desks. 

A commentary on conversion, the ruler has a very 'right' feeling about it. Weighted by a hand machined solid tube of brass, the elegantly lasered ruler flips beautifully between its sides, converting between metric and imperial units. The rolling of the ruler allows it to be removed from the page once a line is drawn, reducing the chance of smudging. We're finding the act of rolling it quite addictive. You will too. Limited stock available, but more will be ordered soon. Available in two lengths - 12" and 7". 

Don't take our word for it- take Lord Byron, Keats, James Joyce, and Balzac's instead. Tell them you love them, every day. And if you lack the words, give them these. Because a love letter is always a good way to go.

Set of 4 napkins, each hand-screened  on cotton voile.

When Charlotte Bronte, Virginia Woolf, Oscar Wilde, and Voltaire wrote love letters, they left us all something to think about. Celebrate love, no matter whose and enjoy a good read with your meal, because a love letter is always a good way to go.

Set of 4 napkins, each love letter is hand screened on cotton voile.

An ingenious idea that will change the way you see the world. Pepe Heykoop's paper vases can turn a glass of water or bottle into a vase. Simply remove the thick paper sleeve from its enclosed envelope, unfold it and form it around your glass. Fill a table with vases in less than 5 minutes and get the party started!

Chic and smart, the products have been hand made by women of the Pardeshi community in Mumbai. 

In 2010, Pepe Heykoop is the designer and artist behind this ingenious product. He his cousin Laurien, started the workshop together under the Tiny Miracles Foundation and set out to change the world, one corner at a time.  Dedicated to good art & humanitarianism, the cousins sets out to India, with the goal of getting their vase made by local women, and to pull more and more women from poverty. It is their joint goal to pull the 700 people community out of poverty by 2020.

Designed together with world-renowned florist Matthew Robbins, this vase is named with an arrangement pairing in mind. 

Made in Bas Relief Bisque Porcelain with a pop of muted interior glaze. Dimensions: 5" W x 7 7/8"H 

An extremely popular item, the mesh body scrub towel is an exfoliating dream. The finely woven mesh, made from Saswashi, gently cleanses, exfoliate and remove excess oil from the skin. Use with soap when showering. The towel's generous 10"x36" dimensions makes it perfect to use, even on hard to reach areas like your back.

Made from the combination of the traditional Japanese paper (Washi) and the fibers of the Kumazasa plant, Sasawashi is a durable fabric with twice the absorbency of cotton. The Kumazasa plant is known for its natural anti-allergen, anti-bacterial and deodorant properties. Materials: 70% Cotton, 30% Washi Paper

This Japanese body scrub towel is such a great idea, that you may want to pick up more than one. With its exfoliating nature and 8"x36" dimension it's the perfect size to exfoliate your face, knees, elbows and even your back with ease. 

Sasawashii is an organic fabric made from the combination of the traditional Japanese paper (Washi) and the leaves of the Kumazasa plant, said to have antibacterial properties. The towel removes excess oil without using soap.   

The Millefeuille throw blanket has an delicate ombré pattern and ultra-soft, airy feel. Perfect for a warm summer night or as a lightweight throw over the couch, this blanket gets softer and silkier with each wash.

Available in Plum. Dimensions 39.5"x 55".

This wonderful towel by the Japanese company, Yoshii,  is smart with its black and white ticking. A great travel size, this towel is perfect for a Cycle or Yoga class. Compact enough to be easy to transport, absorbent, and stylish, you're sure to love it. 

Dimensions: 47"x20". 

Our favorite towel. The Lattice has a lightweight, waffle-like texture that is incredibly soft to the touch, highly absorbent and fast-drying. 

Made in the Imabari region in Japan, the secret to these towels' softness is in the manufacturing process. Each towel is made from fine, garment quality thread that’s loosely twisted for maximum softness and gently woven on traditional low-speed machines to maintain the integrity of the thread.  

Bath Towel (XL) - 33.5" x 57"     Hand Towel (M) - 14.5"x 33.5" 

Available in three classic lengths, these long strand necklaces of Faceted White Feldspar, are  simply beautiful. Dress them up or down. 

Choose from 36", 40" or 44" long. Please see image for approximate hanging lengths.  Long necklaces may be looped for a variety of looks.

A delicate necklace and pendant. The tusk shape features a subtle hammered finish, and hangs on a petite 20” chain.

Pendant is approximately 1" long. Available in gold plated.

This simple and minimalistic ear pin depicts a single calligraphic brush stroke. The line of the pin follows the curve of the ear, then dips to come to an end, just past the earlobe.
In the back, a minimal 0.8mm curved wire functions as both post and backing, holding the earring in place comfortably and securely. Approximately 1" long.

Sold in pairs.  Materials: Rose Gold: brass body, or Solid 14K Yellow Gold. 

These small but stylish solid sterling stud earrings can be worn one of two ways: angled up the earlobe, or pointing down for an edgier look.
Delicate looking, these earrings showcase Knobbly Studio's signature hammered surface texture. 
 

This minimalist Yellow Gold plated Sterling Silver ear-bar features a tapered arc that crosses the earlobe. A long curved pin in back provides an ergonomic fit, holding the ear bar gently in position.

For pierced ears. This listing is for ONE earring, left or right. Also shown in Rose Gold and Silver. Please contact us for orders.

These delicate looking mini tusks are meant to be worn on the same side for ears with two piercings. 

Sterling Silver studs, show off Knobbly Studio's signature light-hammered textured. 

This minimal ear cuff is made in solid sterling silver, and features two lightly-hammered parallel bars in a sweeping curve.

A refreshing design concept by Tel-Aviv's Knobbly Studio, there's no piercing required to wear this cuff (see below). 

A Formative exclusive, this necklace is a great neutral go-to.  A textural delight of brass, carnelian, and bone. 

Designed and assembled in New York. Made with a magnetic Sterling clasp for ease of use.

This sunray inspired cuff design was hand carved by the artist, before being cast in Brass. Chic and not too weighty, this stunner will go with practically everything in your closet.  

Each batch is handmade to order. Shown with our Serving Tray.

Sure to become a fast favorite, this cuff looks lovely alone or stacked in twos and threes. 

Hand carved, then cast in Brass, these cuffs are handmade to order . Decorated by a small diamond shape, the slender band is finished with flared, flattened ends. 

Sleek and weighty, this beautiful crescent cuff can be worn alone or stacked. 

Originally hand carved, then cast in brass, the artist's hand is evident in the finished product. Sure to look great with jeans or a little black dress. 

Surprisingly affordable, this Open Square Ring functions as two in one. It can be worn with the opening in the front or in the back, creating a double ring effect.

No matter how you choose to wear it, this delicate ring is sure to wow. Try stacking it on top of an existing gold band of any color for a third look. Rose Gold plating. U.S. size 7, adjustable.

This beautiful little knuckle ring by BDQ is a joy. The simple matte square shape is mounted on a polished sterling silver band, with the opening towards one's palm.  

If you've never worn a knuckle ring, don't worry, you'll get used to it before you know it.  Less than an hour in and our fingers felt and looked naked without one! Measures 0.3” in length by 0.3″ in width. Each ring is made to order. Please see below for lead times. 

This beautiful little ring by BDQ strikes just the right note. A simple square shape is mounted on a polished sterling silver band.  As an exclusive for Formative Designs, the square was brushed, creating a lovely matte/ shine combination. Measures 0.3” in length by 0.3″ in width.