Archive for the ‘travel’ Category
Jenn wrote to me this morning and I was completely thrilled to learn that she’s brand new to the Boston art scene. Fantastic! Fresh blood! Her bright, modern paintings incorporate lots of organic shapes that I find completely captivating, and her color palette is gorgeous. I also like that her website shows the [...]
Figments in Providence is a favorite store of mine, and now that their online shop expanded to include lots of great finds, it can become your new fave, too. Peggy, the super creative and supportive shop owner (we met via this blog and have been in contact for well over a year now), [...]
A few readers wrote in to reply to my earlier post about Sock and Glove, asking for some tips on where to purchase Japanese books and magazines. In case you are new to decor8 and haven’t had time to scan my archives for Japanese goodies, here’s a mini guide to get your started [...]
Matthew Mead is someone I admire, so of course his name appears on decor8 from time to time, especially since his website updates with the seasons. This is your reminder to check out his new summer site, it’s so drool-inducing, you’ll really enjoy it.
I came across the cutest book last night, Sock and Glove by Miyako Kanamori, I have to share it with you! Part children’s story, part instructional guide for creating softies with personality, it’s great for all ages because it gives lone socks, gloves, and mittens purpose again and gets you back into sewing [...]
Melba wrote to me about a craft fair that she is hosting on Cape Cod in October, The Creative Bazaar. She’s looking for vendors, so if you’re interested, applications are now being accepted through July 15th. The fair takes place on October 13th in Hyannis, further details can be found right [...]
{6/18 edit: some photos of my loot now added below.} This is by no means coverage of my visit to Renegade today because I didn’t go to write about my experience, but to just kick back, enjoy the weather, and have fun shopping. But I do have to highlight a few booths because I had [...]




















