Storm in a Teacup

How adorable is the ‘Storm in a Tea cup’ by John Lumbus? His collection of teacups includes ceramic teacups with Oriental designs and a saucer. On one side of the cup, there is a handle that, when turned, animates a scene of a ship in rough seas  -  it even has little clouds with lightning bolts. Found via Design for Mankind

Rifle Paper Co. recipe boxes

These stunning recipe boxes are not only gorgeous they're also made by local craftsmen from locally salvaged hardwood - trees that were destined for landfills. I want one! Found via Design*Sponge

The Reefer Sail Company

As I mentioned in my last blog I'm going to start finding people or companies that are reusing, recycling and reinventing new products from old. The first company I've found is The Reefer Sail Company - all their products are made from rescued boats, windsurf sails, kites, paragliders, hang gliders and microlights as well as sailmaker's roll ends and offcuts. They source these sails from both individuals and commercial organisations who choose to recycle rather than add to landfill.

The Age of Stupid

Oscar-nominated Pete Postlethwaite stars as a man living alone in the devastated future world of 2055, looking at old footage from 2008 and asking: why didn’t we stop climate change when we had the chance. One part of this movie/documentry really got me thinking - oil is inherent in everything we use, buy or create and we as a people keep buying new, ever depleting a resource that is integral to our society. So from now on I'm going to try and buy reused and recycle furniture and ornaments. And blog about the amazing people and companies that are doing the same.

J Crew

Oh to be 8 again and have this much style! J Crew have just released a new catalogue full of wonderful women's clothing but I just had to share the kid's clothing.

Architects Build Small Spaces

Heading to the V&A this weekend to check out the new exhibition 'Architects Build Small Spaces'. Using the landscape of the Museum, V&A invited architectural firms to explore notions of refuge and retreat. Seven distinct construction have been built, I can't wait to see Japanese architect Terunobu Fujimori fairytale like tree house. Exhibition runs 5 June - 30 August 2010.

Meadow Friends

If Beatrix Potter's characters Peter Rabbit, Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail, had grown up I'm sure they would have looked a little like these characters. Dressed in their Sunday's best, these interesting fellows and lady are from Serena & Lily.

Too good to eat!

What beautiful toast, far to gorgeous to eat. Maybe that's how I'll lose those extra pounds... Found via Fee-Amore.

What type are you?

Calling all typophiles, have you ever wondered if your personality was to be analyzed what type you would be? Well, you're in luck! Pentagram have created a smart and involved questionnaire that will work it out for you.  Found via Frankie Magazine.

Stylist Magazine

         

Every Tuesday I look forward to my commute home on the Tube, how can that be you cry? I know, I do ask myself that, particularly when it's sweltering and there's an accidental brush up against someone sweaty. However, the answer is Stylist Magazine, a FREE weekly magazine aimed especially at women. It's my retreat into a world of fabulous clothing, topical discussions, amazing beauty tips and interesting stories about everyday working women. If you can't get a hold of a copy, given out at selected Tube stations, just go to their website and read it online.

Bazeley House

I covet this house! Found on 1st Option this immaculately styled house is absolutely stunning. Each room has been put together with such consideration and loveliness, even the loo looks amazing.

Kat Macleod

Having just mentioned Kat Macleod in my last blog, it has reminded me of The Cocktail Deck: 50 Fabulous Drinks I have been drooling over for a very long time. Not only do you get luscious cocktail recipes on cards in a nifty box, you also get Kat's gorgeous watercolour illustrations embellished with fabric and sequins depicting each drink. Unfortunately, I can only find the book Cocktails: 200 Fabulous Drinks. Oh well..

Michi Girl

Nowdays my morning isn't complete until I have read the witty and clever musings of international weather and shopper extraordinaire - Michi Girl. If you're searching for interesting and different online shops from around the world and are wanting up to the minute weather forecasting, she's your girl. With stunning illustration from Kat Macleod, your day won't be complete until you sign up for this weather/fashion fix.

Too cute

This picture was just too cute not to share....oooh and the cushion isn't bad either. Found on Apartment Therapy

A proper English morning tea

Forget the food, this table setting is a visual feast! Stunning flowers, gorgeous location. Designed by Courtney from Merriment, I might just have steal her styling for the next morning tea I have... Found via Little Things.