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Instead of hiding your wires, why not create some interesting features out of them? Though I’m sure it’s not for everyone, it’s certainly a smart solution to pesky wires. I’d love to see this sort of idea used to make all-out faux period detailing in a room, as in, molding and such… though at that scale you’d be wasting a lot of wire.

[via Design*lounge]

You’d have to be quite a fan to shell out $400 for this nativity, but hey, if you are, go for it… it’ll be a holiday highlight each year.

Alexander Girard amassed a huge collection of nativities, most of which he spent the last years of his life curating for his wing at the International Museum of Folk Art in Santa Fe. We thought it would be an appropriate homage to create a completely new nativity that is based on a Girard illustration that hangs in his son’s house.

– Non-toxic, child-safe inks
– Pieces 1″ (2.5 cm) to 7.75″ (19.5 cm) tall, Stable 11.75″ x 4″ x 8.75″ (30 cm x 10 cm x 22 cm)

[via Dwell]

These are pretty fantastic and festive.–although if I paid $135 for a piñata I wouldn’t want anyone to destroy it with a stick. These might be nice for a birthday or the upcoming holidays as decor.

There are some UK bus signs in Abigail Ahern’s book A Girl’s Guide to Decorating–and if you were wondering where to get one, you can find them on Etsy.

[via Ascot Friday]

Last week I found the website of Kathy Dalwood and sort of fell in love with her concrete figurines. She collects vintage porcelain and plaster figurines and recasts them in black concrete. Each figurine, originally so delicate and carefully painted, is now made of a rough industrial material, with bubbles and imperfections, and with the heavy block bases they have a definitive modern spin about them. Needless to say, I bought one (go here to see it in my home).

Visit Kathy’s blog to see how the figurines are made.

She also makes some lovely Urn Scupltures, architectural friezes and concrete planters, thought the planters are currently unavailable due to her manufacturer going out of business.

Prices range from £110-£350 depending on piece.
Keep in mind that shipping costs might be sort of high considering the weight.
Email for exact quotes.

Screen prints are one of my favorite ways to add interest to a wall without having to spend too much money.
I’m particularly fond of the works of Ink Posters–they’re simple, modern and not too fussy.

[via things i have seen]

Sorry if you’ve seen this before, but Jimmy McBride’s quilts are ridiculously wonderful and it would be horrible if there wasn’t at least some small mention on our site. They almost inspire you to pick up some fabric and attempt at some space-inspired quilts of your own, right?

Prices seem to be around $1,750.00-$2,000.00 for a Child’s 38″ x 50″ Quilt*.

*I don’t know about you, but for that price, that sucker is going on a wall, not on a kid’s bed (unless they are very very cold, of course).

[via Make:]

If you’re not one up for much fuss, you might like the easiness of this Pin-up Frame. No wires or picture hangers required, just pin or tape on the wall to frame your art for a low-maintenance look.

Lightweight, durable, affordable & portable….all these words that seems atypical of a traditional wall frame can apply to this unique single structured interior wall decorative. It can be pinned, taped or hung on almost any type of surface you can imagine. Using magnets (not included), it can also be placed on metal surface as well. Decorate your walls and interior with ease. Gorgeously sculptured design with 3 classic colors (white, black and clear). Includes 4 same colored pins. No hardwares necessary.

W14.25″ x L12.5″

I know, I know. You’re most likely sick of anything that has the word ‘chalkboard’ in the title, but these are sort of cute and might be good for an office door or in a kid’s room. They are removable and reusable and can be easily cleaned with a wet rag.

Keyboard Key Wall Schticker (20″ x 12″ ), $24.99
Lightbulb Wall Schticker (20″ wide x 30.5″ tall ), $34.99
Also, not shown: speech bubble wall stickers.

Do you need a notice board for your thoughts and messages? Here’s two that could fit into a tight vertical space, plus, they’re pink (also in red and black respectively) and on sale (because if you need a notice board, why not pink and why not get one on sale?).

Innersmile Kringel-Kari Notice Board, $85.00 $51.00,
Buy it here.

Kringel-Kari is perhaps the most innovative notice boards every made. This is an enjoyable way to remember a variety of things on a hectic day. Length: 29.5″, Width: 7″. Made of soft foam. Available in red or pink.

Innersmile Pillar Notice Board, $50.00 $27.50,
Buy it here.

finally a board for small and narrow wall spaces! With it’s slimmed design, the Pillar is perfect for the small household or office, but also works nicely as a compliment to larger notice boards. Made of soft foam and available in either black or pink. Length: 23.5″ Width: 5″.

[posted by katie]

My oh my, only $10 for some delightful animal portraits. These would be great grouped together like a family picture wall. There are a ton of animals to choose from, so don’t be discouraged if these aren’t your favorites. I’m tempted to collect a few myself.

5×7 print, $10.00
8×10 print, $18.00
11×14 print, $35.00

Buy it here.

If wallet woes are holding you back from dressing your bed appropriately with a proper headboard, perhaps consider these graphic options to give the look without spending a bunch of money.

Designed by Mina Javid.

Wrought Iron Headboard, 40″-78″ x 54″, $40.00, Available at Blik
Nico Headboard, 39″-76″ x 53″, $40.00, Available at Blik

Also check out Olivia and Nessa Headboard.

If you’re still into the whole wall sticker trend, check out Hu2’s site. They’ve got a few fun ones that I haven’t seen around before (including some ‘tribute to banksy’ ones if you like that sort of work).

Frames (left), £25.00, Buy it here.

Before Leaving Check List (right), £15.00, Buy it here.

This art project shows every scheduled flight on any given day with fine lines from the point of origin to the destination. Thousands of lines form dark knots in the busier areas with lighter lines showing less frequented locations, all which define the continents rather than the land/sea relationship. I tend to like the resulting ghost-like net of lines. I might just buy one.

White or Black available.
(The white on black poster is limited to a print run of only 100.)
Each poster is printed on state of the art offset printers on high quality heavyweight fine-art paper. Securely packed and shipped in cardboard mailing tube.

$38.00, Buy it here.

Need a smart framing solution for some of your favorite posters? Introducing the ReFrame, a glassless frame that holds posters with magnets, so you can swap them out easily and often.

* A sophisticated and completely glassless poster and print framing solution.
* Three clean, modern wood finishes (black, white, natural).
* Five sizes (13″, 20″, 26″, 32″, 40″) available for a variety of print sizes.
* Five minute assembly, making it easy to swap out posters at will.
* Packaging is made from 100% recycled cardboard and doubles as a poster tube.

Available colors: Black, White, Natural

$20.00-$45.00 depending on size, Buy it here.