I'm loving this fabulous collection of "street-wear" for the little ones. Appaman has been dubbed as "Brooklyn inspired clothing for kids", and this Norwegian designer really got the urban-chic thing damn straight! Who could pass up European quality coupled with Big City style?? Here's what I mean:
You can find Appaman here.
I'm a MoMA Store fanatic!! Heaps and heaps of independent designeres bringing art at its very best to the rest of us. They do have a selection of sale items from their exhibitions (MoMA is one of the most incredible Museums/Art Galleries! Always hip and always current; if you are in the greater New York area and appreciate the Arts - definitely pencil this in on your itinerary. You can view a list of their current exhibitions here.), but the good stuff is a fabulous array of featured fresh designers and their take on home goods. I got an update from them in my inbox today (don't you just love good email??) and wanted to share their hot new collection for Fall 2010. Here are some of my newbie favorites:
1. Choco Tape Dispenser - nix Office Max and spruce up the workspace.
2. Chairs Wall Calendar - I'm a chair freak, remember?
3. Apple Jars - fresh, vibrant, and not too kitschy for the kitchen. (Honey jar, anyone?)
4. Dustpan & Brush - perhaps I'd be more prone to cleaning if I were using this...
5. Memory Card Reader - multi-tasking minimalist.
6. Mi Chair - speechless.
7. Safe Bamboo Radio - let's hope it's only used as an object of decor, but play it safe.
8. Mix Spoon Set - Wonderful wedding gift (it's been wishlisted).
9. My Backyard BBQ Set - now this is every grillin-daddy's dream!
10. Neo's Baskets - woven. neoprene. need I say more??
11. Rainbow Chopsticks - the life of the sushi party.
12. Washi Paper Masking Tape - I'm japanese tape obsessed.
Wovenplay. Beatifically breathtaking and overtly overpriced.
Some things were meant to simply inspire (and I'm taking notes!).
How completely entrancing is that Peter-Pan-inspired butterfly costume?? I think I must attempt a knockoff...
And this silk and layered tutu? Mmm mmm good.
I've been a long time Poketo fan, and I'm stoked; their work is now available via collaboration at Target! Poketo is a husband/wife company best known for taking the art out of the galleries and inserting it into everyday on-the-go life. If you're graphically inclined, you're bound to fall in love with their fantastic use of modern shapes and shades. Here's a little glimpse into the Poketo/Target relationship:
Wouldn't it be great to get an early foot in the door with your kids new teacher? Sure we'd all like to get to know them, appreciate all their hard work etc., but what we'd really appreciate is if they show our kids a little extra love (don't worry, I was a teacher for 4 years - this is not meant to be derogatory; just (humorously) honest). Plant a little seed of favoritism by starting the year off by gracing them with a fantastic gift for the New Year. This year, Rosh Hashanah happens to fall out within the first week/s of school - make it an early "teachers-appreciation-week" with this (holiday themed) charming wooden apple 'trinkets' box. Let your child's creativity reign through their own paint and design, to be proudly displayed on their beloved teachers desk; a constant reminder of personal encouragement and student-teacher connection. And besides, which teacher wouldn't appreciate a modern take on the "desk apple", and a great place to stash paperclips/loose change/chalk etc.
Wooden Apple Tricket Box, from $7
On a serious note, show those teachers some real appreciation! The begining of a school year can be as hard on the teachers as it is on the students... and good education is of real worth.
"I touch the future. I teach." - Christa McAuliffe
(P.S. These would make great end-of-year gifts or shalach manos for a teacher as well.)
