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jonathan saunders / spring 2012

Really excited to learn that Smythson's next designer collaboration is with pattern-master Jonathan Saunders. The line of notebooks, journals, and assorted stationary will feature patterns from Saunders f/w 2011 collection. It's set to launch soon- in early October. While we wait, the colours and patterns from Saunder's recently debuted Spring/Summer 2012 are delectable eye candy!

geoffrey lilge / charcuterie & cutting boards

So sorry for the blogging drought! I'll be better now- I swear!

How beautiful are these cutting boards by Edmonton-based designer Geoffrey Lilge? Made from Walnut and Maple, these boards come in a variety of covetable, dare I say collectible shapes. Growing up among woodworkers, potters & musicians in a commune in Alberta, Lilge got an early start and has spent the past four years prototyping and testing these gorgeous boards. Specifically designed to be nice to hold, each board is also hand polished with natural oil and given a beeswax finish. Priced at $150-250 each, you are paying for something that's made by hand from quality materials; something sure to be cherished for generations! Onto my Christmas list, you!

periphere / helsinsky

With two levels and the proportions 89¾ x 15¾ x 18¾", Periphere's Helsinsky Console sure does give you a lot of space to play with. Talented Brother and Sister team Thien & My Ta Trung are the designers behind the Periphere name, but they run and stock a furniture shop here in Montreal called Domison- a must-see. While Helsinsky is available in a variety of woods and tripod finishes, I'm entirely smitten with this white & yellow combo.