And a few more recent one!

A few of my own little pots!

Sprucing it up

Just came across the Texas based Sprucehome on Etsy where two pieces in particular rattled my cage : the "Dragon Slayer" sofa above (not cheap to own but free to admire and swoon over! I love the bright, oriental-inspried fabric of the back cushions - would be great in embroidery for anyone nimble-fingered!) and the "Midnight Jasmine" chair (below.) The back has been upholstered using a recycled Indian sari blanket and the effect against the blue velvet is stunning.

No blots on this landscape!

I just love this new "Ink Blot" range at Pigeon Toe Ceramics. Simple and stylish!
Pigeon Toe Ceramics, New Arrivals

Mutant carrots

In San Francisco, Utilitarian Franchise produce a whole wealth of screen-printed textiles that celebrate organic matter (as well as one or two industrially produced items too - yep, there is a gun.) What I love about their designs is that they are not only extremely well drawn, but are also very clever. A favourite technique is the creation of human/vegetable hybrids - mutant carrots with roving eyes for example - which are novel and surprisingly attractive. I was immediately reminded of the paintings of Renaissance artist Arcimboldo (the one who painted the men with vegetable heads- below) so they are clearly in good company!

Archimboldo "Summer" and "Water".

The shop includes a whole host of insect designs and all come in a variety of vibrant colours. I recommend a scroll through the Etsy shop as there are quite a few little surprises in store!

A bodice-shaped pitcher

There's something about Anne Black's "Ruth M" ceramic range that is really quite beautiful. It may be the combination of pastoral scenes - reminiscent of 17th century Dutch Delftware - with the quite angular forms popular in 21st century design, or quite simply the delicacy of the pieces as a whole, but whatever the cause the result is undeniably sophisticated and elegant. I'm hankering after this pitcher:  the clouds remind me of Japanese prints and I adore the fact it's shaped like a bodice!

Stylish vintage furniture from Holland

Neef Louis is my find of the week. Collecting and selling vintage furniture, this Dutch outfit also offers items for rent, so if you're putting together a set, this could be a good place to know. Pieces are one off so if you like it, get in quick - it might not be there further down the line!