Pattern Pulp

Friday Quick Links!




  1. 1. Captivated by this wall of doors by Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek via Poppytalk
  2. 2. Striking manatee mural in Wynwood by ROA via White Walls
  3. 3. Love these pencil, ink and watercolor illustration by Adara Sanchez Anguiano via Vectro Ave
  4. 4. Peter Medelsund has a real talent for creating book covers via The Fox is Black
  5. 5. This owlet wallpaper from Turner Pocock is utterly darling via design*sponge
  6. 6. Gorgeous vertical gardens from Flora Grubb via Honestly WTF
  7. 7. Straight up loving this simple yet complex Not Knot – Turk’s Head pillow via design-milk
  8. 8. Fun and funky backpacks from Specks & Keepings via Fine Little Day
  9. 9. These bright tights from Uptight are definitely not uptight via The Audacity of Color
  10. 10. Amanda McCavour’s fiber art installations are wonderful and ethereal via The Jealous Curator
  11. 11. Who knew cement could be so lovely via Plenty of Colour
  12. 12. Definitely digging these wooden belts from Eye of the World Designs via Trendland

Coverage by: Emily Gup

 

December 2, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

There's Not Much More to Life Than Books…




Book cover designer Coralie Bickford-Smith and art director, designer and illustrator Kelly Blair joined forces last night for a special Type Directors Club sponsored event. The talented pair spoke about books as their first love in addition to the other inspirational projects filling their dance cards.

These ladies are as “bookish” as it gets and you’ve likely caught sight of some of their work. Coralie’s stunning and award-winning cloth-bound series harken back to the world of Victorian bindings and Kelly’s designs are on countless books and printed materials throughout the market.

 

December 2, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Twitter Influencer: Gracia + Louise




Gracia Haby and Louise Jennison met while they were students at RMIT University. They soon formed a collaborative practice called Gracia + Louise, where they create artists’ book, prints, zines, postcard collages, and other small projects from their home-based studio in Melbourne, Australia.

Their work is abundantly whimsical and magical as they create a bevy of delights from their free-flowing imagination and abundant source of creativity. Their twitter feed is a great place to step into the delightful world Gracia and Louise have created together as well as get glimpses at the women behind the work.

 

December 2, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Book Review: Visual Mantras by Ana Montiel




I’ve long been a fan of Ana Montiel’s amazing artwork and her keen eye for color, texture and pattern. Her style is unique, engaging and elegant and it’s exciting to share a tangible takeaway with all of you.

http://vimeo.com/15398238

The Visual Mantras Project is a work in progress in which Ana focuses on cycles and repetition. In her repetitive compositions, she meditatively studies the cycles in life, in nature, in relations, in everything and everywhere. The book is a limited edition, with each containing a surprise watercolor drawing enclosed as a bonus. Snap one up for yourself or someone in your life – it’s sure to be a treasured piece.

I’ll leave you with an adorable photo I snapped of Ana while I was last in London. She’s a true talent to the core and as lovely as you can imagine.

 

December 1, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Color: Accessorizing Cognac




The clocks have been turned back and we gorged on turkey, which means we are officially headed into the cold winter months. I can’t help but love the prevalence of cognac browns that I’m seeing in photography and product;  the warm mahogany hues make me want to surround myself with thick wovens and rich prints, light a fire in my imaginary fireplace,  and get fully prepared for hibernation mode.

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1. Sukan Antique Turkish Kilim Coasters: $29; Etsy | 2. The Eames Elephant | 3. Noble Handcrafted Maple Syrup: $49.90; Aha Life | 4. Lizzie Fortunato Bag | 5. Lisa Congdon: Painting | 6. Sit and Read Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Chair: $1,900; Sit and Read | 7. The Brick House “Refreshing Vintage Wood” Tutorial

Coverage by Valerie Gnaedig

 

November 30, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Meet the Newest Member of the Team!




I’m very excited to introduce the newest member of the Pattern Pulp team. I’ll let you in on a little secret- I’ve been trying to get Valerie Gnaedig to contribute for over a year now and she’s finally given in to my badgering!

Gnaedig is a German-born, Brooklyn-based graphic designer with a background in digital, motion, and book design. She’s currently a Senior Designer at Big Spaceship, where she spends her days crafting websites and apps for mobile phones and tablets.

She recently co-designed a series of brass hardware, her first foray into product design; one of the pieces, a set of triangular-headed nails, is now available at select boutique retailers in New York and San Francisco. Valerie spends her free time sprucing up her new apartment; in one recent spree, she re-upholstered two footstools. Her weekly PP column will focus on color and the role it plays in our daily online search. From inspiration to execution, follow along as she shares her visual stories.

 

November 30, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Tracking Repetitive + Awesome.
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