For those of you in Philly, I'll be having a little pop-up shop and sample sale at the Urban Outfitter's corporate campus THIS Thursday, July 9th from 11:30am-2:30pm. It's open to the public, so come by during lunch, say hello, and pick up some stationery goodies at reduced prices! Click here for directions.
On Friday night, I attended a designer's event at Terrain {the garden lifestyle store by Urban Outfitters, Inc} and the cafe space always takes my breath away. I had had only previously been there in the daytime, but at night the space is even more beautiful. Located outside of Philadelphia, it would be amazing for a small party of any sort...see more photos from my recent trip to Terrain right here...
Philadelphia crafter Katie Henry aka Made by Hank makes the sweetest handmade bags. I especially love her use of color, stitching, and her product shots are so fun!
I took a quick trip to Terrain the other day and wanted to share some fun images of their holiday decor and merchandise. The candles are a collaboration between Joya Candle and Terrain...a line of 4 candles with gorgeous scents and artwork with a packaging tube that's 70% recycled. The ornaments are from Roost and soap from Saipua. See more photos of my visit right here...
For those of you in the Philadelphia area, Terrain is having a Christmas Open House on November 8 & 9th showcasing their new selection of holiday merchandise. Here's a preview of the goods, click here for more information...
I visited one of Philly's newest and raved about restaurants, Distrito a couple weeks ago and loved it. Through Design Phan, it turns out a Brooklyn-based design studio, Crème, designed Distrito as well as few of my other favorite Philly restaurants. They have a gorgeous portfolio of work with details that are thoughtful and stunning...
...love this fun new installation by Shauna & Stephen of Something's Hiding in Here. Inspired by industrial letter signs, multi colored text, and everyday sayings, they made our own marquee sign out of wood for a current installation in the window of one of the Urban Outfitters stores in Philly. They'll change the message based on suggestions left right here.
...love the simple and old school text-filled website of Philly's own Franklin Fountain..an old-fashioned parlor style ice cream shop...
{via fellow Philly blogger Fly}
For those of you in Philly, check out the Sugarhabit sample sale on Saturday! Two of my favorite Philadelphia boutiques, Third Street Habit and Sugarcube, are having their semiannual sale. Click here for more information and the new location.
Every year, our city magazine, Philadelphia Magazine puts out their list of the Best of Philly...from restaurants to spas to everything in between. And every year, I pour through every page and see who has been deemed the latest and greatest. To my surprise (and delight!) my design studio was named Best of Philly this year for invitations and announcements! I had no idea and was fooled by the Philly Magazine writer I met pretending to write a story for another issue. Anyway, just wanted to say thank you to all the editors of Philadelphia Magazine for the inclusion in this year's issue. I am truly honored.
Last month, I posted some photos of Bird and Banner's new ready made pieces at the Art Star Craft Bazaar. Their vintage hankies and other handmade cards are now available right here!
My silver woodcut floral notebook {bottom right} is featured in the new Fall/Winter 08 issue of Philadelphia Wedding! I wanted to share this spread with you all because it's got to be one of my favorite stories...all about favors that are made in Philadelphia or by Philadelphia designers and the spread is just so pretty...even mini soft pretzels in little paper bags {not shown here}. A couple of my Philly favorites, Bird & Banner and Something's Hiding in Here are also part of the story...love it.
Have a great holiday weekend! I wanted to share this super cute cake made by Philadelphia's Whipped Bakeshop for a 4th of July themed wedding being held today by the actors who portray Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross here in Philly. I love the tiny paper flowers that look like fireworks!
A couple of my favorite Philly designers, Erin & Nicole of Bird & Banner debuted some new readymade cards and other stationery delights at this weekend's Art Star Craft Bazaar in Philly. I've always been a big fan of Bird & Banner's handmade custom wedding invitations and was delighted to see more of their work for use on other occasions...I especially love these custom hankies and vintage stamp notes. Stay tuned for these lovely pieces to be available online..
{see more from the Art Star Craft Bazaar over at Fly right here!}
This weekend is the 5th Annual Art Star Craft Bazaar here in Philadelphia this Saturday and Sunday. They've got a great round-up of artists/vendors from all over the country and a new bigger location at Penn's Landing. Click here for more info. on the event and for a list of vendors that will be there. Here are a few preview images from a few of my favorite Philly artists & designers who will be selling there wares there too...
{left to right, top to bottom: Vintage Handkerchief Cards from Bird & Banner, elephants from Something's Hiding in Here, notebook by Eleanor Grosch, and Button Cards from Bird & Banner.}
As promised, here are more detailed photos from our trip to Terrain yesterday, particularly of merchandise and display. For even more, you can see the full set of images right here. I am in LOVE with the punch metal lanterns shown above...they are even more beautiful in person and at night! sigh...
Marissa and I took a trip over to Terrain at Styer's today (the 4th brand from Urban Outfitters previewed last week here)...and wow...all I can say is we were totally blown away. The fact that we spent almost four hours there says it alone. The new home & garden lifestyle concept turned out to be even more amazing than we could have imagined. The setting is airy, lush, and peaceful with a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.
The greenery, retail space, and selection of products are incredibly well done. A mix of modern, handmade, organic, sustainable, imported, and simply beautiful items fill the indoor and outdoor spaces. Integrated into displays are pieces from Thailand, India, and Africa as well as locally found objects. The details are impeccable as is the merging of plants into the lifestyle space. The space was a true reflection of the amazing mix of talents that developed the concept and created this space.
A favorite of mine...beautiful packaging with photographic florals on kraft bags and faux bois gift boxes.
We also had a chance to have lunch in the café which happened to open today. Fresh, local food inspired by the current seasons were served in an airy and bright greenhouse style space.
Terrain does have plans to expand to other locations across the country...but for the time being, those of you outside Pennsylvania may just have to schedule a little weekend trip over to the Philadelphia area. You could seriously spend a whole day here alone. Although I took a TON of photos...Terrain at Styer's is even better in person. These are a few overview shots of the 11 acre retail space...stay tuned for {Part Two} tomorrow with more details and photos from this amazing new retail space.
Some of you may have heard about the new home & garden lifestyle concept in the works, Terrain, the 4th brand from Urban Outfitters, Inc. The first retail location, Terrain at Styer's opens to the public tomorrow in Concordville, PA...just outside Philadelphia. Here's a sneak peek at the new 11 acre garden center blending home fashion and horticulture. I've been hearing bits and bobs of things in the works, so I am sure the space and details will be absolutely stunning. I'll be visiting the new shop next week and will some post more photos then especially for those of you not in Philly...
For those of you in Philly, tonight is the opening reception for the Little Friends of Printmaking Show called "End Times Boogaloo". The show runs from March 14 until April 3 at Amble Gallery and Books, 1001 N 2nd Street, Suite 27. Click here for more information!
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