Spotted on DesignMom.com, these Robot Letters from Milwaukee designer Jimbot, are too cool. Get them in pink, green or blue.
rrrrrr, Robots.
March 8th, 2010Caribou Rebrand
March 3rd, 2010
I stopped in one of Milwaukee’s Caribous the other day — mmmm, tasty. I didn’t notice their re-branding yet, but saw on Allan’s Peter’s blog that Colle+McVoy updated their look. Although I think Caribou should have a play corner like some Starbucks (us moms appreciate those things), I do love their coffee and the new look. What do you think?
A little piece
February 23rd, 2010
A new contemporary, fashion-forward store on Madison’s State Street just opened on Sunday. Piece by Atticus has everything priced under $100 to accommodate a wider range of customers. The new store offers a line-up of labels that blend Midwestern designers with bi-coastal and international brands. To check out some of their brands and designers, visit atticusshop.com.
Happy Love Day
February 13th, 2010
Cupid’s big day. (image via Le Love)
R.I.P. Alexander McQueen
February 11th, 2010
British Fashion Designer Lee “Alexander” McQueen was found dead of an apparent suicide in London at age 40. Now what will Lady Gaga wear?
You SHOULD Judge a Book by Its Cover
February 11th, 2010
Looking for something to do tonight? If you’re in Milwaukee, stop by The Jackalope Lounj on N. Broadway to see AIGA host Patrick Borelli. His one-man multimedia show, “You Should Judge a Book by Its Cover,” takes thirty of the oddest book covers and tears them a new one. He performs in Milwaukee tonight and in Madison at The High Noon Saloon on the 16th. For more info, visit wisconsin.aiga.org.
Birthday Banners
February 10th, 2010
Have a kiddo’s birthday coming up? We have a big one to celebrate next week. Instead of buying a cheap paper banner, try one of these handmade fabric banners from Madison’s Underduck. They’re customizable and worth keeping around for many birthdays to come. Shop underduck.etsy.com.
Sometimes she gets bored
February 8th, 2010
While browsing the How Design Blog, I came across this typographic t-shirt by Julia Sonmi Heglund from Madison. Looks like it’s no longer in print, but she has plenty of other rad designs to choose from. Check out sonmisonmi.com.
McFancy
February 6th, 2010
I’m not even sure how many McDonalds there are in Wisconsin, but I’m sure none of them are fancy enough to feature this 5-star packaging. Created by Australian graphic designer, Amy Moss of Eat Drink Chic and The Cool Hunter, these concepts were pitched for a pop-up restaurant for Fashion Week. Very Chic! Read more about it here.
Photo Memory Movies
February 1st, 2010
Do you keep your photos in a shoebox? Or perhaps you’re more organized, but don’t know how to display photos from those big events in life. Well, here’s a great idea: a photo memory movie. Wood Valley Productions takes your special photographs and produces a memorable movie keepsake. These movies aren’t just for weddings either. New Babies, Graduation, Vacations and Family Reunions are just a few ideas. And starting at just $99, these movies make great gifts. Visit woodvalleyproductions.com.
