Pour Over Coffee

Yes, it's all the craze and for good reason. If you are a fan of pour over, the Hario Buono V60 Drip Kettle will help you brew your best cup.

Hario Buono V60 Drip Kettle, $65

Because of its directed spout, this stove top kettle allows great precision for pour over coffee makers. And it's so lovely you will be proud to have it sitting on display. Great for other kitchen uses, as well.

• Materials: Stainless steel
• Dimensions: 11.75" spout to handle x 6" high including lid. holds 40 oz.
• Made in Japan

Pair the Hario V60 Ceramic Drip Cone pictured below with the kettle for a superior brew.

Hario V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper, $27.50

This cone has a larger hole in the bottom than traditional plastic cones and is designed to have water poured slowly into it, a little at a time, in order to extract the solids from the grounds. It's all about the process - take your time and you will be rewarded. 

• Material: Ceramic
• Dimensions: 4.5" diameter x 4" high
• Made in Japan

Happy weekend! Here's to a leisurely cup of coffee enjoyed while perusing the newspaper.

New Shipments This Week - Chilewich and Marimekko

With more and more new things arriving daily, it's hard to choose what to write about! Today we'll focus on two of our major designers with an eye toward holiday entertaining: Sandy Chilewich and Marimekko.

From Chilewich, we have new placemats in Kono, Mini-Basketweave, and Croc patterns in woven vinyl, as well as the circular Dahlia pattern in pressed vinyl.


Kono, a new dimensional over-and-under weave, grabs the eye thanks to the heft and light-reflectivity of the yarns used in its construction:

Kono Placemats, $15 each

Croc features a reptile-inspired pattern. Woven on a jacquard loom, the two-tone design is reversible:

Croc Placemats, $15 each

Pressed Dahlia, the latest of Chilewich’s “pressed” technique, features a lace-like openwork that works beautifully as a placemat or charger.

Dahlia Placemats, $8 each

We also have the Pressed Cubic runner, which incidentally was recently selected by Karl Lagerfeld of Chanel as a garment textile during Paris Fashion Week.

Pressed Cubic Runner (14 x 72"), $28

Just for fun, here's that Chanel dress...

Also just in is Sandy's iconic Ray Tray, first introduced in 1997. The design, which features a metal frame covered with stretch netting, incorporates a simple, inventive mechanism to hold the fabric in a concave plane. Machine washable and breatheable, this piece is an ingenious solution to displaying and storing produce on your countertop.

Chilewich Ray Tray, $125

 
We received another shipment from Marimekko this week as well, with some lovely patterns for holiday entertaining. This white Lumimarja pattern tray is beautiful loaded with appetizers and drinks or festive votive candles.

Lumimarja Tray (18"diam.), $74

Tea towels are a quick way to add a splash of color to your kitchen and Marimekko is known for their vibrant patterns. We have two patterns in for holiday - the Lumimarja and the Kantaleen Kutsu, a limited edition linen towel. Pair tea towels with a cookie cutter and tray or mugs for a thoughtful holiday gift.

Lumimarja Tea Towels, set of two - $25




Kantaleen Kutsu Linen Tea Towel - $19

 

Gingerbread Cutter, $6.75



Kantaleen Kutsu Tray (10.75 x 8"), $28

Keep in mind as well that Marimekko patterns are meant to be mixed and matched. You'll find that new patterns pair very well with classics, such as the Unikko poppy pattern or the Pirput Parput polka dot pattern. We are well stocked with lots of different options, so stop by to experiment.

We also received several new bags, which are always a treat from Marimekko. For example, this Tilkka bag features a wonderful raindrop-motif pattern for fall/winter and is generously sized. As always, Marimekko bags are made to last of superior quality, washable cotton.

Tilkka Bag, $125

Finally, for those upcoming rainy days, we have lots of cheery umbrellas ($42 each).

Don't forget that Friday, November 5 (that's tomorrow!)  is Downtown Art Walk. We will be open until 9pm, featuring 20% off all designs from Alchemy Goods. A new shipment has arrived and we'll be unveiling several of their newest designs. More details tomorrow!

Danish Designs of the Week

It's been another exciting week in the shop with great new designs arriving daily. Here's a taste of the latest, which coincidentally all happen to come from Denmark.


Based in Denmark, AIAIAI designs headphones and other electronics accessories. Their Tracks Headphones bring you not only great audio quality, but also the chance to sport a nice splash of color while enjoying your favorite tunes. These headphones give a nod to the classic design of the Sony Walkman headphones from the 1980s. But while they are retro-styled, the sound quality is absolutely 21st-century. Available in black, cream, or peach. Stop by the shop with your iPod to test them out.

Tracks Headphones, $60

The A-Stand uses simple plumbing-type tubes as structural elements. Designed to make your workstation more ergonomic, this stand is lightweight, portable, and easy to put together. Available in yellow and black.

A-Stand, $60

Also in from Denmark this week - the stunning Krenit Bowl, first designed in 1953 by Herbert Krenchel, is once again being produced by Normann Copenhagen. The Krenit's matte-black exterior, characteristic sharp edge and contrasting enamel interior creates a balance between material and form. For a metal object, it's surprisingly delicate.

Krenit Salad Bowl - iron w/enamel interior, $109

Krenit Salad Servers - melamine, $30

As Krenchel himself explains, “In 1953 the idea was to make a beautiful bowl, preferably so functional and delicate that it was equally suited for use in the kitchen, on the dining table and as a decoration in the sitting room. As a material researcher I really concentrated on getting the different materials to match and look good together as well as making them equally compatible to use together. Enamel is a fantastic material, and even today my heart yearns for an enamel bowl. It is fantastic that the Krenit bowl is coming into production once more.” Pair it with Krenchel's complimentary melamine salad servers for a lovely set. We love the way the white interior contrasts visually with a bright green salad.

The beautiful True Feelings votives are designed by the Claydies, a Danish duo working in clay with often conceptual results. They designed True Feelings while blindfolded, focusing their attention on touch rather than visual stimulation. As they put it, "True Feelings is designed by our fingers and our fingers only. Often the looks of our designs are thoroughly thought through. The idea of True Feelings is to do the opposite and let the hands take control – while being blindfolded. This allows us to lose the sense of proportion and our focus is transferred from our sight to the fingers.”

True Feelings porcelain votives...

...set of two, $26

And here's yet another clever object from Denmark - the Wine Breather from Menu. Need to aerate your wine but don't have hours to wait? This multi-tasking design aerates a bottle of wine in less than two minutes, which can then be served either from the elegant carafe or from the original bottle. Comes with a stopper, as well, in case you don't quite finish the bottle in one sitting.



That's it for today's update, but keep in mind that next Friday, November 5 is Downtown Art Walk, for which we will feature a special trunk show from Alchemy Goods. Enjoy 20% off all Alchemy Goods for the evening! We will be receiving a shipment of their newly released designs next week, so there will be lots to choose from.


In the meantime, stay tuned for news about new designs from Sandy Chilewich, Teroforma, and more. Marimekko is en route from Finland as I type this! We will keep you posted on new arrivals. As always, check our Facebook Page for the latest news.

Selected Sagaform 25% Off

Grab some great kitchen accessories and barware for 25% off! Quantities are limited, so shop soon for best selection. Check out these Swedish designs from Sagaform:







Set of two Landscape or City Mugs

Designer: Lovisa Wattman
Materials: Ceramic and rubber
Price: Was $22; Now only $16.50






This set of two insulated mugs are adorned with either a sunny city skyline or a peaceful landscape with windmill. They are double-walled to keep your coffee hot while your fingers stay cool. A rubber stopper on the base means no need for a coaster.






Mingle Snack Bowl with Combo Utensil

Designers: Peter and Eva Moritz
Materials: Ceramic and stainless steel
Dimensions: 5x5x2"
Price: Was $17.00; Now $12.75







Be prepared for whatever snack you need to serve with this clever set. The combo utensil includes fork, spreader, and spoon. This is a great hostess gift to have on hand. Available in green or blue.






Mangold Wine or Champagne Glasses

Designer: Jon Eliason
Material: Glass
Price: Was $16; Now $12.00/pair








Interesting glassware at an excellent price. Stock up on champagne, wine, and beer/water glasses at $12 for a set of two.






Hold Cookbook Page Holder

Designer: Pascal Charmolu
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 10.5 x 1.5"
Price: was $32.00; Now $24.00





Use that big can of tomatoes for spaghetti rather than to hold your cookbook open. This sleek stainless bar keeps pages in view and is also helpful if you like to read during dinner, as it frees up both hands for eating.


Also on sale: "Club" stainless steel wine cooler ($45) and bottle stoppers ($11.25), "Herb" oil/vinegar bottle and dressing shaker ($16.50 each).