Today’s Maker Stories with Rachel Howe of Small Spells is extra special. I’d ordered some mugs and planters from her for the shop and shortly thereafter learned that her Brooklyn apartment was five minutes away from mine. When the pieces were ready, I rounded up my talented photographer friend Chris, and we headed over to…
I have to admit that I was completely won over after I saw the above photo of Joshua Vogel of Blackcreek Mercantile and Trading Co. — it makes quite an impression when you’re standing next to your medium of choice, which just so happens to be giant logs (there’s probably a more technical term for…
In case you hadn’t noticed, I have a thing for ceramics. I feel like they’re having a moment right now, and there’s this earthy-meets-modern trend in the air that everyone is putting their own twist on. Think speckled glazes, matte finishes, natural colors and organic shapes. Behind MONDAYS is a talented trio of women (all…
I have a serious soft spot (see: envy) for couples that work together creatively. When I found out that Canadian brand Bookhou At Home was a husband-and-wife duo, it sealed the deal. John and Arounna’s hand-printed textiles are made one at a time in their Toronto studio, which happens to be built into the back…
Hi everyone! Stacy from LEIF here. I was so excited when Grace invited me to be a part of Design*Sponge. After some brainstorming, we decided I would work on a new column called ‘Maker Stories’, focusing on some of the best and brightest handmade products and the great minds behind them. I’m always on the…
