Polkaros is a brand of Poly Cotton knit plushies, characters and purses. Polkaros was created by Tokyo-based designer, Ros Lee. Inspired by an appreciation for traditional craft work and a love of Japan’s zakka goods, Polkaros items are designed to be fun, unique, versatile and easily integrated into your daily life. Anyone who appreciates cute and adorable objects will love any of these: 1. Katz Plushie, 2. Baren Plushie, 3. Usagi Mini Purse, 4. Lion Mini Purse, 5. Panda Mini Purse, 6. Kuma Mini Purse, 7. Kitsune Mini Purse, 8. Panda Chapstick Holder, 9. Kuma Chapstick Holder
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We attended a Miami Blogger Fashion Show this past Thursday and it was fun. We bumped into Mercedes from Bananista jewelry and made some new friends. What I was wearing:
Top: Leather Peter Pan Collar Shirt – Asos
Skirt: Mustard Skirt – Emerson Made
Shoes: Cambridge Crochet Platforms – Free People
Bracelet: Record Cuff Bracelet – Uncommon Goods
Bag: Flower Clutch – Emerson Made
Necklace: Owl ring – Modcloth
MIRU is artist Miriam Brugmann who is currently living in Argentina. She makes 100% handmade ceramics and hand paints them. The following are some of her cutie pots and illustrations: 1. Cat Pot, 2. Doggie Pot, 3. Illustration by MIRU, 4. Walrus Mug
Last weekend we stopped by Books & Books to restock some Chubby Books. It was a really hot day so we decided to stop at Serendipity and have an enormous slice of carrot cake & a milk shake. I am currently obsessed with heart print and this Heart Print Dress with Collar by Vero Moda was super comfortable to wear on a sunny day. What we are wearing:
Glasses: Helen Aviator Sunglasses – Nordstrom
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Mouse Flats – Shopbop
Bag: Oasis Triple Compartment Bag – ASOS
Brian’s Shirt: NPR Trim Fit T-Shirt – Nordstrom
Are you searching for a gift for a Mom that loves handmade goods and surprises? In that case, we have the perfect gift! Umba Box provides monthly subscriptions of the best handmade products. Each month they scour the handmade community to find the freshest handmade goods from a wide variety of categories. Then, they package those collections and send subscribers delightful boxes of items. Umba Box offers month-to-month and 3, 6, or 12 month prepaid subscriptions beginning at just $23/month that give subscribers a gift that can be shared or used to spoil themselves.
Mokuyobi Threads is an out of this world company that designs bags, clothing, accessories, and general radness. They are driven by the desire to create something different and new using bold colors, magic, and awesome sauce. Some Mokuyobi gifting ideas include: 1. Mokuyobi Big Bear, 2. Handmade Club Tee, 3. Mokuyobi Sticker Pack
Julie West started out as a traditional media artist – using primarily acrylic, gouache, and technical pens. After spending a few years working as a print and web designer, various computer and design related elements began to surface in her work. Now her work is created with traditional means about half of the time – the rest being digital or a combination of the two.
Here are some of her brilliant collaborations: 1. Mr. Lion mousepad for Poketo, 2. Julie West Chubby Book for Pinkghost, 3. Julie West Artist Bags for Jansport, 4. Julie West Tea Set for Click for Art, 5. Raindrop Girl Mugo Player, 6. Julie West UK Dunny for Kidrobot, 7. Julie West Artist Series Sunglasses for Angel Eyewear
We loved the movie adaptation of the book and Jennifer Lawrence’s stellar performance. (Although, we could have done without the dizzying cinematography but that’s just us!) If you are gifting for a hardcore Hunger Games Fan, these ideas are a good place to start: 1.China Glaze Nail Polish Capitol Colours Collection, 2. iPhone case, 3. Support The Girl on Fire Poster, 4. Mocking Jay Laptop Decal (Similar), 5. Hunger Games Tee (Similar), 6. Mocking Jay Stationary, 7. Hunger Games Inspired Jewelry
64 Colors is a multidisciplinary design studio located in Central Michigan (USA). Principals Laura + Eric work on a wide variety of projects which include graphic design, publishing, illustration, designer toys, merchandise production and fine art. If you are looking for an adorable gift 64 Colors will deliver: 1. Insect Inside Mega Munny Custom, 2. 64 Colors Chubby Book, 3. Hello Kitty Marshall Customs, 4. 64 Colors for Blu Q Money Pouch. (Continue reading for more 64 Colors goodness after the jump.)
There is no shame in getting excited about your BFFs gift to the point of buying a matching replica for yourself. If you want one for keepsies it means you have a winner – an amazing gift. So when October rolls around, I make sure to have double the gifting budget because odds are I will be getting something too. Here are a few ideas to get you started: 1. Sparrow Key Holder
