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

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.

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.   

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" 

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. 
 

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.