Thursday 30 September 2010

Today I would like to buy a little piece of FANTASY ISLAND (Limited Edition Tracey Emin)


FANTASY ISLAND Signed Limited Edition
Designed in 1998, Fantasy Island tells the story of Tracey’s encounter with a Dog, based on a dream she had in New York. The boxed book comes with an individually signed photograph.
Edition of 100
Price £275 (including VAT)

Monday 20 September 2010

We love this robin mug which is perfect for tea in the garden this autumn


Birdsong design by Madeleine Floyd's and available at the National Trust Shop

Friday 17 September 2010

Celebrating British Design - At Top Drawer This Week


Supporting creative british designers and a great example is Jam Tart - Bus Print 30x40cm printed on to fine art paper and comes in tube ready to frame. At £25 it would look fantastic in any coloured room.

Save Our Arts - Sign Up - Watch the David Shrigely Video

If you've not signed the petition yet, then here's your chance to do so. Jeremy Deller has joined David Shrigley in producing work to encourage you to give your support to http://savethearts-uk.blogspot.com//

Artolar has pledged it's support and it is backing this campaign to save our culture.

Thursday 16 September 2010

V&A Museum - Love the idea of designer tours…


The V&A welcomes the London Design Festival a nine day festival that celebrates London as the creative capital of the world.
Love the idea of designer tours… you pick up a map at a museum entrance and use it to follow a tour created by a chosen personality and taking in their favourite objects. A great way to explore and see the museum in a new light – I shall be going and I will report back with my finds…
Image: Designer Map Michael Johnson

Tuesday 14 September 2010

New Designer Natsko Seki London Limited Edition Print

I could stare at this print for hours after seeing it close up with the tiny detail each time I look there is something else to capture the eye. Only 50 so I had better get my skates on to order.

10% off voucher with Tate Online Shop - voucher code enter TATEGIFT

Friday 10 September 2010

Changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace Wallpaper

Lizzie Allen has designed wonderful London inspired wallpaper from the below poem: fantastic for a children's bedroom or just for fun playroom.

Buckingham Palace

They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace -
Christopher Robin went down with Alice.
Alice is marrying one of the guard.
"A soldier's life is terribly hard,"

Says Alice.

They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace -
Christopher Robin went down with Alice.
We saw a guard in a sentry-box.
"One of the sergeants looks after their socks,"

Says Alice.
They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace -
Christopher Robin went down with Alice.
We looked for the King but he never came.
"Well, God take care of him, all the same,"

Says Alice.

They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace -
Christopher Robin went down with Alice.
They've great big parties inside the grounds.
"I wouldn't be King for a hundred pounds,"

Says Alice.

They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace -
Christopher Robin went down with Alice.
A face looked out, but it wasn't the King's.
"He's much too busy a-signing things,"

Says Alice.

They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace -
Christopher Robin went down with Alice.
"Do you think the King knows all about me?"
"Sure to, dear, but it's time for tea,"

Says Alice

Thursday 9 September 2010

Keith Brymer Jones - Egg Cups

What is there not to like about these beautiful egg cups.. we have just ordered some and so excited to see them when they arrive!

Tuesday 7 September 2010

Cockpit Trail - Craft in Design Week

Follow the Cockpit Trail to discover the festival’s handmade highlights by leading designer-makers at Cockpit Arts

Wednesday 1 September 2010

It’s back to school time - Get your designer desktop


Designer desktops wallpaper by talented artist and designer Brooke Francesi and the inspirational quote comes from the famous surrealist Salvador Dali: “Have no fear of perfection. You’ll never reach it.”

We all breathe a sigh of relief! Get your FREE download here