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Miniature Modern Dollhouse by Brinca Dada

trace13 — Fri, 28 May 2010 18:31:28 +0000

We met Doug from Brinca Dada at ICFF 2010 and fell instantly in love with this miniature modern dollhouse by designer Tim Boyle. The Emerson House, it has six rooms including a living room, kitchen, library/office, master bedroom, bathroom and child’s bedroom.We were so impressed with the detail of each piece of furniture and the fixtures were amazing. The home is so realistic! A gorgeous home, so jealous it’s only for Barbie!

Doug opened the Emerson House up to show us the open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows. Environmentally friendly, the house was built using non-toxic and lead-free wood stains and paints. If only all homes were built that way!

So perfectly petite! Just imagine stepping inside this miniature manse. Better knock first, Emerson House has occupants, see the resting ambiguous figure in the background relaxing on the lounge?

Miniature modern furniture fits each room perfectly. A peek into the bathroom reveals an oval tub and wood stools, instantly giving contemporary feel to the room!

Every detail adds an extra dimension of authenticity to the house. Some modern features include: mitered-glass corners, two fireplaces, sliding glass doors, solar panels on the roof, and recessed LED lights.

Breakfast Soap

trace13 — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:49:05 +0000

There’s nothing better than a homemade breakfast in the morning! But you’re not going to want to bite into these yummy replicas. Each soap is made with vegan glycerin in either a donut or waffle and comes in an assortment of flavors. They are a “healthier” version of a full breakfast. Available from Uncommon Goods.

War is Hell.

trace13 — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:20:14 +0000

The War Bowl by design house Mosely meets Wilcox brings back a bit of nostalgia for young boys in their own battle of Waterloo. A melted mix of French and British soldiers come together as one to form an eclectic war bowl that is so interesting you won’t want to put anything in it. Growing up my brother had hundreds of these toy soldiers. I was always stepping on them and one day I swore I would throw them all into the fireplace, perhaps if I did I would have come up with my own modern piece.

Monster Rug.

trace13 — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:43:55 +0000

Next time your kid asks you to look under the bed for monsters, be careful you might just find this guy under there. The Monster Skin Rug by Longoland innovator Joshua Ben Longo is entirely handcrafted. The lifelike face sculpted out of clay and the thick brushed woven cashmere and wool skin turn this tactile textile into a playful new friend. Check out the Monster Skin Rug and some of his other mischievous friends on Longo’s website.

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Crafty Cradle.

trace13 — Sat, 10 May 2008 18:44:23 +0000

My friends Bryan and Shannon are expecting their first child this summer and like me, Shannon loves the look and feel of modern furniture. So she is having a hard time resigning herself to fact that soon her home is going to resemble a drab daycare center. Of course there are many cute modern furnishings out there for the mod mom but they’re pricey and let’s face it a crib is not exactly an investment piece. So to help my good friends, I have been researching alternatives to their problem. Introducing the Green Lullaby Cradle found on online store Rose and Radish and designed by Ruth Keenan. It’s inexpensive, functional and environmentally friendly! Made of flame retardant cardboard, it’s easy to assemble and can hold an infant up to 3 months. Save the money you would spend on an overpriced bassinet and invest in their college fund.

Update: Bryan and Shannon now have a baby girl they have named Fredrica. Welcome Freddie!

Stone Cold Chillin’

trace13 — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 04:58:30 +0000

I can’t help it, I am a kid at heart and when I saw these “rocks” from Smarin designs my first reaction was PILLOW FIGHT!!!!! How awesome are these? The high quality virgin wool used to make the pillows gives them their realistic look and color. And I love that they come in a variety of shapes and sizes so you can create your own rock garden. Toss a couple on the floor or fill an entire room if you want to make a “boulder” statement, either way they are definitely a conversation piece. Smarin also carries a line of pillows made for outdoor use so you can have your own rock lounge near the pool.