Who? Cachette
What? We love these quirky origami lamps from Cachette; folded from one piece of “butterfly paper” and available in eight different colours, there’s just something decidedly zen about them. Made in Holland, the lamps come with a porcelain bulb socket, for E27 eco-friendly bulbs, and textile covered cable. Priced at £73,23.
When? Available now
Who? Waterford Crystal What? Waterford Crystal has recently launched the new Lismore Connoisseur range, designed with the modern whisky drinker in mind. There are four different shapes available, each fine-tuned to the way that one might drink whisky. For example, the Flared Sipping Tumbler has a rounded bowl to warm and swirl the whiskey, a pinched middle to concentrate the bouquet, and a flared opening that releases the aromas. Priced at £120 for a set of four mixed tumblers. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Waterford Crystal How? Buy now from Waterford Crystal
Preparing for the new year? Well, aside from the parties, we love getting ready with a fresh new notebook. It helps to have somewhere to put our thoughts and ideas as well as of course plans and things to do. With that in mind, we’ve picked ten of the best notebooks from Paperchase to get you started. Navy laser-cut leather notebook. Priced at £15. Doughnutz mini notebooks. Priced at £8 for a set of three. Lime laser-cut leather notebook. Priced at £15. Typewriter stitched notebook. Priced at £7. London Underground Map notebook. Priced at £5. Noto small black journal with ruled pages. Priced at £9. Cupcake hand-stitched notebook. Priced at…
Who? Studio William What? British cutlery company Studio William has recently launched their version of the steak knife – dubbed the “Meat Blade”. The 18/10 stainless steel blade carries a precise 35 degree cutting edge angle, designed to slice through meat without serration. Priced at £120 for a set of four. When? Available now Where? Available at Harrods or www.studiowilliam.com How? Buy in store or online
Who? Mona Rousette What? Tunisia-born artist and designer Mona Rousette has recently unveiled her latest collection of scarves, shawls and ties. Rousette had been a painter for some 15 years before turning her hand to design. The autumn/winter 2013 collection is Rousette’s second collection and is comprised of a mix of silk and wool with prints inspired by romance and life. When? Available later this year Where? Available from lecarreensoie.com How? Visit www.monaroussette.fr for more information
Who? Royal Doulton What? There’s something lovely about the fact that our spiritual home, London, is also the theme of this set of plates. Designed by Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton, they capture many of the city’s best features like the London eye or the Gherkin. But, while they’re mostly in black and white, you might be surprised to find splashes of colour here and there. Priced at £35 for a set of four. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Royal Doulton How? Buy now from Royal Doulton
Who? Ferdinand Budicki What? The city of Zagreb will soon open Croatia’s first motor museum, named Ferdinand Budicki after the man who bought the first car into the country. The museum will feature over 50 classic cars and motorcycles. The museum will also exhibit car related photographs, organize mechanics workshops, film projections and other events around the history car culture in Croatia. When? Opens 29th June Where? Ulica kneza Ljudevita Posavskog 48, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia How? Visit www.otk-ferdinandbudicki.hr for more information
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