All posts tagged: independent store

Identity Papers

Published by Karen Knox

Today’s post is all about independent wallpaper designer, Linda Hasking, also known as Identity Papers. Linda Hasking – Identity Papers Here she is, well, half of her. Linda’s story behind Identity Papers began with two hundred and twenty two photos. “Shots I took of every single object in my living room became my first wallpaper, Mi Casa Su Casa.” Mi Casa Su Casa That very first wallpaper design became the foundation for her brand. Linda views her wallpapers as a portrait, this design itself being a self-portrait. This idea of the self-portrait developed further, and now her photo-collage wallpapers can be custom made using your very own images. Mi Casa Su Casa – Monochrome Great idea no? A wallpaper you’ll see something new in every day and something that means something to you and only you. Miniature pieces of art for you to discover every day. Linda’s newest design, Woodsman 1 and 2 wallpapers are another prime example of her designing with us in mind. We all like to have something a little bit different don’t we? …

Barnaby & Co

Published by Karen Knox

**Fab place to shop alert!** Barnaby & Co are an independent retailer selling specially selected homewares, art and gifts both online and in their new Brixton store. Launched in 2015 by Julianna and Jonathon, these guys were on a mission to bring colour and style into your home. More importantly perhaps, pieces with heritage and a story to tell rather than mass-produced “stuff” designed to be thrown away after a few months. Photo credit – Appear Here Barnaby & Co have curated a fine selection of work from independent designers and makers across Europe, including; Rosa & Clara Designs Matt Needle Sabrina Fosse Plus a perfectly sized collection from larger design houses such as Bloomingville.   Bloomingville Despite being relatively new to the scene, Barnaby & Co have been featured in several publications including The World of Interiors and Vogue. And now on Making Spaces, and as a thank you, Barnaby & Co offered to send me a little something to slip into one of my projects. Eeee! So off I went perusing their site (for hours weeks) …

Object

Published by Karen Knox

Copper Cage Ceiling Lamp with Glass Dome After another perusing session, I came across Object. A most beautifully elegant independent online store, featuring pieces from a small range of designers and makers. “OBJECT WAS BORN OUT OF PASSION TO CREATE A VIRTUAL HOME FOR ARTISAN DESIGN FOR THE HOUSE, WARDROBE AND WEDDING. FUSING MINIMALISM WITH FEMININITY, OBJECT’S FOUNDER RACHAEL ADAMS, SEEKS AFTER MAKERS AND SMALL INDEPENDENTS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE THAT FIT THIS AESTHESTIC.” Rachael has curated products under Home, Style and White (an alternative word for Weddings). I felt very calm and serene after browsing… and was also chomping at the bit to spend some real cha-ching. For now, I shall share with you some of my favourite pieces from the “Home” selection. I hope you like as much as I do. Levels Print – Metallic Beige and Copper by Kristina Krogh Marble and Gold Table Lamp Very luxe. Jersey Geometric Throw Oak Wall Shelf Concrete Storage Jar (I’d like two please, one in white and one in grey) Nude Leather Strap Wood Shelf – Comes in Large and Small And …