A few of my favorite things...

I bought a new camera so I'm putting it to use. I plan to share a few of my favorite things every now and again. Things I own that are special to me for whatever reason that may be. Today, a photo of my Dansk fish gravy dish. (That sounded glaringly similar to the cat in the hat.) It belongs in the kitchen but it lives on my mantle. You could say it's "a fish out of water". :) I bought if off Ebay for $13.00. I love Ebay. Don't you?

I've got the blues....

The Cumbrian Blue(s), that is. Ceramics and print are like peanut butter and chocolate. For me, they rock. Paul Scott's work combines traditional and contemporary into the perfect blend of what is "today". I love it. If you're into ceramics and want to learn more about Paul and printed ceramics I hear he has a great book, now in its second edition. Check it out here.

Bleu Nature

Be inspired by nature.

Wonder Twin Powers Activate!

No, they're not twins, but they are a dynamic duo. I am absolutely in love with the ceramics created by the complimentary talents of Alison Milner and Christiane Kersten. To learn more click here.

Blay's of Denmark

I love the Butterfly tableware by Blay's of Denmark. Simple bold detail. The pattern comes in black (my favorite) and blue. It is currently not available in the US but hopefully will be in the near future. To learn more about Blay's and where to buy please visit their site.

giffin'termeer

I think the Interchange tiles by giffin'termeer (composed of the design duo of Jess Giffin and Jim Termeer) are great. Arranged in a clever pattern, intermixed with solid white tiles, these would make a fantastic backsplash or an even better bathroom. The patterns were drawn directly from satellite images of major interchanges. Clever. The tiles measure 6" x 6". They are currently available at Shelter, 7920 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA or you can order them direct. Just email Jim.

Sarah Reed

Sometimes the baroque trend gets a bit too heavy for me, but these pieces by Sarah Reed are just right. Soft and simple with just enough detail to grab your attention.

Joanna Bylicka

For those wishing to purchase Joanna's work you can go here. I don't know if they'll ship to the U.S., but for those lucky devils living overseas, you're in luck.

Someone to Watch

Bethan Lloyd Worthington
Click here to visit her website.

The Well Dressed Home

Bright and cheerful bud vases perfect for Spring. Purchase as a set (one of each color) for $48 or $14.00 for a single vase. Just click here. Enjoy!

Urban Alphabet Mugs by Big Tomato Co.

Available at Graham and Green. Check out the entire selection here

Sarah Jones Ceramics

Sarah Jones creates these beautifully textured lamps and vases by impressing fabric and wallpaper into porcelain. She incorporates steel dress making pins into the clay to fasten the forms. I think they're beautiful. You can purchase them here.

Informal Formalities...

The Crown Hill Dinner Plate, available at Watts Contemporaries, was inspired by a sketch of a peacock drawn by Keith Murray, Watt's resident designer during the Late 1940's and 50's, yet how appropriate it is for today.