| Pucci Book Posted: 25 Nov 2010 11:03 AM PST 
The Pucci Book is probably the ultimate coffee table book for lovers of Emilio Pucci patterns and fashions.
This extra large volume features hundreds of photographs, drawings, and candid shots from the Emilio Pucci Foundation archive, accompanied by text explaining their importance. Each book comes bound with one of a selection of prints from the Pucci collection. As you might expected it comes with a designer price tag, costing £135. Buy it online from Utility Design.  |
| Kate Spade 'All Typed Up Clyde' crossbody satchel Posted: 25 Nov 2010 08:08 AM PST 
Sadly, not a working vintage typewriter, but still a talking point - the Kate Spade 'All Typed Up Clyde' crossbody satchel.
It's a very eye-catching retro-styled bag, made of light textured leather, with patent leather handles, an optional strap and of course, featuring those keys, which you want to reach out and press, even on the picture.
Finished off with an exterior zip-around pocket, several interior pockets and a custom jacquard lining, it sells at Nordstrom for $495, or if you are in the UK, £326.47. No, quirky doesn't come cheap in this case.
Find out more at the Nordstrom website  |
| Personalised destination print by Betsy Benn Posted: 25 Nov 2010 07:52 AM PST 
The destination lists for trains, trams and buses are a surprisingly common source of inspiration for homewares, cropping up on cushions, blinds and, of course, art. You've now got the opportunity to create your own dream journey thanks to this Personalised destination print by Betsy Benn.
Executed in a similar style to her London weekend print using the traditional typography used for transport, the difference here is that you get to pick up to 14 lines for inclusion. These could be cities that you've visited or places that you've lived but you could also move away from the travel theme to include things such as your family's names - the world is your oyster really. As you might expect, orders have already been pretty busy for Christmas, so get your request in quickly. The print costs £52. Order it from Not on the High Street  |
| Pac-Man Cookie Cutters at Suck UK Posted: 25 Nov 2010 07:35 AM PST 
As you might know, this year we're celebrating 30 years of Pac-Man, which has seen a glut of weird and wonderful merchandise. But nothing quite so odd as these Pac-Man Cookie Cutters at Suck UK.
Yes, you can cut our own biscuits in the shape of arcade-based ghosts. It does make sense - they've been getting eaten for the last three decades. There are four cutters in the pack, three ghosts and one Pac-Man, all officially licensed and set to hit the shelves (and baking trays) very soon.
£12 will get you a set. You can register at the site to be told when they're available. Or you can check out over the page for a photo of a plate of Pac-Man biscuits. Yum!
Find out more at the Suck UK website 
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| Ingela P Arrhenius tea towels at Lagom Posted: 25 Nov 2010 05:44 AM PST  Your kitchen would be overflowing if you bought all of the tea towel designs we recommended to you, but when, like the Ingela P Arrhenius tea towels at Lagom, they're an affordable way to buy great design they are hard to resist.
You may remember Ingela's name as we featured her retro-styled artwork for kids a little while back. Here she translates those 1950s and 60s influence into something for the grown-ups too. Like the Lotta Kuhlhorn design we also flagged up, this tea towel is based around a well-stocked kitchen cupboard. Mixing in some colourful retro kitchenware, it's sure to brighten up the dullest spot of washing up. Printed onto 100% linen, it costs £10.52. Buy them online  |
| Cressida Bell Ibis Cushions Posted: 25 Nov 2010 05:39 AM PST 
British textile and interiors designer, Cressida Bell has an enviable heritage in the arts – her grandmother was the artist Vanessa Bell and Virginia Woolf was her aunt. With such Bloomsbury Group luminaries as family, it is inevitable that hints of their style would be apparent in Cressida's work, but her designs have enough charm in their own right, as you can see from these Ibis Cushions. Available in a choice of red or blue, the cushion covers hand printed on 100% linen and feature a quirky vintage-style illustration of the Ibis bird. The cushion covers are sold without pads, but fit a 41cm square cushion. Buy the cushions online directly from Cressida Bell's website, priced £41 each.  |
| eBay watch: First issue of The Face magazine from 1980 Posted: 25 Nov 2010 04:56 AM PST 
Early editions of magazines are always sought-after - so this first issue of The Face magazine from 1980 is currently a real steal.
This 'style bible' (as it liked to be thought of) dates from 1980, with editing by Nick Logan, art direction by Nevile Brody and a writing team that included Julie Burchill, Ian Dury and Adrian Thrills. This particular also had articles on The Specials, The Clash, Madness, Public Image and Dexys Midnight Runners. Top notch imagery too.
It's described as being in 'near mint' condition with 'very slight wear on spine and very slight creases on top of rear few pages', nothing more. All of that for just 99p right now. Like I said, a real steal.
Find out more at the eBay website  |
| Babbu Mia 1960s-style peter pan collar dress Posted: 25 Nov 2010 12:57 AM PST 
Not the cheapest vintage-style dress on the market, but if you want something that will serve you well during the colder winter months, this Babbu Mia peter pan collar dress might prove a decent investment.
It's a mid-60s inspired shift dress in heavy cotton, dropping to just above the knee. the standout features are that contrasting pink voile peter pan collar, as well as the contrast button front and cuff button detailing.
If you want one, £190 is the price.
Find out more at the Skirt website Via Modculture  |
| Adidas Jeans trainers get an exclusive Size? reissue Posted: 25 Nov 2010 12:53 AM PST 
Last seen on the shelves back in February, the Adidas Jeans trainers have returned once more as a Size? exclusive.
As we said previously, Adidas Jeans was initially introduced in the late 70s, designed to be worn with jeans and was much-loved on the terraces in the years after. This version is faithful to the original, except for the exclusive navy/collegiate red colourway in suede.
Some sizes already selling out, but main sizes still around - grab a pair for £59.99. Another shot over the page.
Find out more at the Size? website 
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| Stamp Rugs - postage stamp designs for your floorspace Posted: 25 Nov 2010 12:41 AM PST 
It's one of the most recognisable symbols of the UK and now you can get the postage stamp for your floor (or wall) with the Stamp Rugs.
Yes, featuring the Queen's head and available in pretty much every denomination and colour, the rugs are hand woven from 100% New Zealand wool in the Kathmandu valley, Nepal. Those scalloped edges that mimic the perforations on Royal Mail postage stamps are individually hand carved too, creating a 3D effect. The design is then embosssed on top.
Check out the full range at the website, with a price of...well, we don't know as the website isn't giving anything away. You'll have to drop them a line and you'll get a price based on your individual requirements.
Find out more at the Stamp Rugs website
Via Craftzine  |
