Stunning Paper Patterns by The Makerie

 

Julie Wilkinson and Joyanne Horscroft are a talented duo behind The Makerie a design studio headquartered in New York. They specialize in creating intricate paper sculptures using rare and fine paper. The studio designs and creates showpieces for window installations for internationally known brands, advertising, editorials and private collectors. It's awe inspiring the amount of passion and patience that went into creating beautiful three dimensional repeated paper patterns.

They have participated in several exhibitions and given talk shows in the US as well as UK. They have won YCN Illustration Award NY, UK and IPA Effectiveness Award Silver for their work. Their impressive client list include British Airways, Dior, Estée Lauder, The Guardian, Gucci, John Lewis, Kate Spade NY, Nike, Omega, Prada, and Victoria's Secret to name a few. You can find more of their work on their website and Behance.

Inspirational Sketchbook Paintings by Jennifer Orkin Lewis

 

Jennifer Orkin Lewis also known as August Wren is an illustrator and an artist who has been passionate about art since she was only 12 years old. For over four years, she has been working on an ongoing project painting once a day in her sketchbook. She gets inspired by her surroundings and translates it into beautiful art. 

She paints primarily in gouache and watercolor sometimes includes ink, pencil and the marker. Her work is filled with bright colors, lot of small details and lovely patterns. She has worked with Anthropologie, Chronicle Books, Design House Greetings, Flow Magazine, Kate Spade, Seal Press and more. Her work can be an inspiration for us encouraging to draw something, anything everyday. 

You can view more of her work on Instagram and in her online store.

Luxury Holiday Gift Ideas 2017

Let's start off the holiday season with our very first gift guide that's consists of thoughtful luxe finds that are perfect for any owl lover who absolutely deserves to be dazzled.

  

- Fossil owl mini wallet
- Audrey Laine shadowbox owl necklace
- Pottery Barn owl andirons
- Bovi owl vase
- Alexander McQueen ivory scarf
- Patch NYC porcelain tray
- Kate Spade owl watch
- 24K gold plated owl bookmark by Letter Note
- Godinger owl art cocktail shaker
- Paul Mitchell tea tree must have it owl gift set

Kate Spade AW17 Snowy Owl Collection

I have featured quirky designs by Kate Spade in the past. Kate Spade AW17 newest collection offers whimsical owl on bags, jewelry and sleepwear. The inspiration behind this holiday collection was the beautiful snowy owl that's a part of the wintery landscapes. Snowy owl is the largest species of the owls in the world with wingspan of 54-65 inches and gorgeous plumage. The bags, ring, bangles, scarf and pajamas feature this majestic creature in soft, pastel shades and embellishments.

Animal Inspired Shoes by Kate Spade

 

Hi, friends! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Today's post is for those who love shoes, not just any shoes but shoes that makes head turn. The new shoe collection by Kate Spade features designs inspired by the creatures of the animal kingdom. Whether you like to strut in loafers, flats or sneakers there is a pair for you. Select from owl, kitty cat, chihuahua and monkey. Available on Kate Spade and Nordstrom.

Quirky iPhone Cases by Kate Spade

We can all agree that we spend the most time with our phone than any other thing that we own. If it's not in our hand then it's sitting close by, ready to picked up to make a call, to email, to check a message or one of the gazillion things that we use our phone these days. Because we are constantly using our phone, we need a protective case to save it the next time it slips from your hand.

Kate Spade's new collection of phone covers are miles away from being boring can spruce up your iPhone in no time. The above shown are few of the cases that can be a possible next new home for your favorite toy. For more designs go to Kate Spade.com

Kate Spade FW15

New owl things by Kate Spade that any owl lover will love to get their hands on. I adore the watch and the push pins. What's your favorite?

{From top-left: iphone case, metro owl strap watch, "hawthorne lane owls monday" crossbody clutch, owl bag charm, owl push pins, owl belt, wedding belles love owls clutch. Available here and here}.

Cute Handbags by Kate Spade

The quirky and cute handbag designs by Kate Spade. I don't know if they go with my style but they certainly are unique. Do you see something that you would carry? Which one?

IPhone 5 Cases by Kate Spade

I wish I owned an iPhone 5 so I had a reason to get one of these adorable cases by Kate Spade. Do you have an iPhone 5? Which cover would you choose for your phone - owl or cat?

Owl Bags by Kate Spade

{From the top: Kate Spade wise owl iPad sleeve, Kate Spade wise owl quinn, Kate Spade wise owl clutch, Kate Spade owl coin purse. All available on Kate Spade's website here}

You can see more Kate Spade's featured owl products here.

Kate Spade New York Night Owl Slingback Pump

I go weak in the knees for anything metallic. Right now, I am obsessing over these owl slingback pumps by Kate Spade with beautiful feather detailing in rose gold metallic and black. These pumps are available with a hefty price tag of $550 at Neiman Marcus.com.

Visit this link for more Kate Spade owl-theme products.