{ My Marimekko Picks }

I frequently visit Moose in the city in Antwerp just to see all the marvellous Marimekko products – These pieces are definitely at the top of my ‘dream home’ wish list:
1. Unikko teapot
2. Siirtolapuutarha teacup
3. Siirtolapuutarha plate
4. Siirtolapuutarha coffee cup
5. Oiva Pörkki serving pot
6. Siirtolapuutarha mug
7. Kurpitsa cushion cover
8. Unikko teacup

{ Design Loving Collection # 2 }

Shop these lovelies here:
One: Colourfield Collage Cushion from Anthropologie.eu
Two: Rainbow Bunting Cake Flags from Poketo
Three: Laguiole Cheese Knife Set from Anthropologie.eu
Four: Graphic Diner Apron from ModCloth
Five: Le Creuset Demi Kettle from Zappos.com
Six: Kitchen & Co. from Anthropologie.eu
Seven: Oenophilia Recycled Wine Bottle Tumblers from Zappos.com
Eight: Porcelain Chemistery Flask Small & Large from Ferm Living

Inspiration Photo by Design Loving

{ Plate Up }

Here are some fun & fabulous plates to make your next table setting a sure talking point.

One: Good Evening Dinner Plate from Anthropologie.eu
Two: Fox Plate from Donna Wilson coming soon
Three: Beardy Man Plate from Donna Wilson
Four: Sacaton Dinner Plate from Anthropologie.eu
Five: Sacaton Dinner Plate from Anthropologie.eu
Six: Watercolour Petals Dinner Plate from Anthropologie.eu
Seven: Flame Leaf Salad Plate from Anthropologie.eu
Eight: Birds Nest Plate from Donna Wilson
Be Merry Postcards from Keep Calm Gallery
Eat Your Greens Postcards from Keep Calm Gallery

{ Nancy Straughan Textiles }

Nancy Straughan is a textile designer who lives and works in London. Her work displays a keen eye for detail, bold graphic prints created with a strong sense of texture and an organic colour palette. Inspired by motifs seen in Scandinavian and 1950’s textiles, Nancy’s designs are perfect not only for homeware fabrics, but also fashion and wallpaper.

Even though Nancy has only recently finished art school, she has already created such an amazing design collection and brand. She is definitely an artist we can expect big things from in the future. So keep your eyes open for her latest work featured on her blog and Etsy shop.

{ Dinner Time }

I’m not always in the mood for cooking, I usually need something pretty to get me excited about it, like beautiful dinnerware and table setting, an interesting grocery store or even a cute apron! These sweet aprons from Anthropologie can definitely do the trick! What gets you excited about cooking? I’d love to hear!

{ Bread & Butter }

I love these Snug. Studio breadboards. Great news is - they ship worldwide! They’ve got such a cool range of products, so go check out their shop.

{ Ferm Living }

Ok, so I am totally in love with the products over at Ferm Living. From beautiful graphic wallpapers and textiles to exquisite kitchenware and kids décor - this Danish brand founded by graphic designer Trine Andersen is very quickly becoming one of my favourites! I can’t wait to get my hands on one of those pillows! What do you think? Does it make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside too?

{ I want some Muuto }

Muuto is a design company that showcases the best of Scandinavian design, with collaboration from selected designers from Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark.

Inspired by the Finnish word ‘Muutos’ meaning change or new perspective, Muuto creates a platform where designers are free to express their personal design philosophy and refreshing perspective of everyday objects. This design freedom fosters an environment where household objects turn into works of art and allows for a new generation of Nordic designers to be part of a notable Scandinavian design heritage.

1.  PLUS – Salt & Pepper Grinder by Norway Says
2.  CLOSELY SEPARATED – Vase by Michael Geertsen
3.  BULKY – Tea Set by Jonas Wagell
4.  FLOW – Jug by Jakob Wagner
5.  STACKED – Shelf System by JDS Architects

What do you think? Do you need some Muuto too? Follow the link to their home page and check out the cute animation by clicking on the image.

{ Tea... }

It makes everything better! Don't you think?

From top to bottom:

•  Brew up print from Keep Calm Gallery
•  One cup more tea towl from Anthropologie.eu
•  Le Creuset Traditional & Kone kettles from Le Creuset
•  Tea revives you tea towl from Keep Calm Gallery
•  Everyone came to tea tea towl from Skinny laMinx

{ Ceramic Charm }

From Folklore fun to revived vintage, the dream world of Ninainvorm ceramics has got me captivated. Dutch designer and artist Nina van de Goor, creates spellbinding juxtapositions by screen-printing vintage as well as handmade ceramics with colourful, contemporary designs. 

Nina’s intuitive ability to play between old and new, allows her to create pieces that are fun and imaginative. I simply cannot get enough of it – I’ll have one of each please! Which piece is your favourite?

To see more Ninainvorm ceramics, visit Nina’s blog here and Flickr page here.

{ Beautiful Babushkas }

Aren’t babushka dolls just so charming! Over the years their intricate designs have been translated into so many other products, from kids’ toys to homeware, accessories and even stationery. Here are just a few of my favourites!

From top to bottom: Vintage babushka dolls in the home of Nina van de Goor. Cute plush toys from Caroline Dulko. A trio of nesting glasses from Fred & Friends, photo credit: Fred & Friends. “It's What's Inside That Counts” babushka screen print from Keep Calm Gallery. Babushka brooch and page markers from Pixels Plus Paper.