Pretty Little Things #5

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It's easy to design something according to what the consumer expects from a product, but true design lies in making an unexpected gesture without over-designing. Here a few examples that caught our eyes.


Stamp Rug
Rug Maker have been granted an offical license to produce this unique collection, the rugs are handmade from 100% New Zealand wool in the Kathmandu valley, Nepal.


Liberty Suitcase
This retro Liberty print suitcase is ideal for the 21st century Paddington bears amongst you, leaving you plenty of room to pack for marmalade sandwiches.


T Shelf Modular
These pyramid shaped pieces of plywood can be cleverly put together in a multitude of ways to create a variety of different structures from coffee tables to shelving units.


Aston Martin Hamper
Aston Martin transfers its ethos of combining luxury and functionality with this hamper, made from top quality products, that might even fit nicely into the boot of your Vantage!


Cable Knit Dog Jumper
This super cool and super warm dog jumper will definitely leave all the other dogs in the park looking very green. Made from Lambs’ wool, it’ll also get him through the weather!


Wood Stubble Pouffes
These wood style pouffes will look great in any household, bringing a bit of rural living into the city. They’re made from recycled polyester and wrapped in printed canvas.


Pilicate Watch
Re-designing something as over-designed as a wrist watch is a puzzling task and one which designer Benjamin Hubert has neatly solved with the Pilicate watch, with its pleated aluminium face. Available in four colours.


Diamond Mirror
See your many faces in the many faces of this remarkable mirror by Paula Cattelan. The mirror has the the power to enliven even the darkest of rooms and can make an attractive center piece above any mantle piece.


Mummy Wrap
Until someone brings out some effective wireless headphones then this problem just wont go away. In the meantime avoid getting into a tangle with this useful and fun solution, the Mummy Wrap.


Giraffe Bookends
Everyone knows that Giraffes have long necks, but did you know that they have the same number of vertebrae in them as us (just larger, obviously)? Now you can extend thier necks even longer with these neat book ends, hand finished in hammered black.


Makr iPhone Case
This Ox blood iPhone 5 case has been beautifuly crafted, made from the finest Horween leather, the edges have been rolled and hand sewn to give it a legitimate tailor made effect. Perfect for protecting the vulnerable glass of the phone and therefore your wallet too.


Glass Milk Carton
This hand blown milk container is an effective way of removing ugly milk cartons from your table and looking quirky and cool in the process. You can also get them in smaller ‘cream’ containers. Perfect for bringing out with your coffee.