Chomp is a one lady textile and pattern design shop, created in 2007 by Dana Fehsenfeld during a fellowship at Penland School of Crafts. Dana first takes her hand drawn patterns and turns them into screen printed textiles, which are then turned into one of a kind sewn goods (or sold by the quarter).
Thanks to artist Ele Annand for the tip!
Once the turkey sandwiches are no longer appetizing… you know what to do! Leftover Bird & Orzo Soup by Bella Eats.
Our notecards make terrific stocking stuffers, if we do say so ourselves! As an added bonus, get 20% off your order of Hello Tenfold holiday cards (Joy/Warmest Wishes/Season’s Greetings/Peace), this week only, using the code HOLIDAY20.
This gift guide is all about giving back in style! A portion of the sale on each of these items benefits charity, so you can feel good about spending your money on this Black Friday, and have a story to share along with each holiday gift.
1. Papier-mâché animals, made in Haiti and benefiting Aid to Artisans
2. Buy one pair of sunglasses and TOMS will help give sight to a person in need through their One for One program
3. With each sale of a FIGS tie (cashmere scarf tie shown here), one school uniform is purchased for an underprivileged child
4. Etsy seller Sieben Morgen will donate 20% of the sale of each crane stamp to Kindernothilfe, a charity fund which supports children in need all over the world
5. These bird ornaments are made in El Salvador and help support Aid to Artisans
6. This bamboo bread basket is hand-woven in black and natural by the artisans of Phontong Handicrafts in Laos
7. With each sale of a FIGS tie (summer wool bow ties shown here), one school uniform is purchased for an underprivileged child
8. For each pair sold, Warby Parker donates a pair of glasses to someone in need
9. These painted house ornaments are made in El Salvador and help support Aid to Artisans
10. Designer Christine Valenti donates a portion of all sales, including this leather pouch, to charity
11. This magazine basket is handwoven by artisans in the Philippines through Community Crafts Association of the Philippines, an organization committed to the development and empowerment of artisans.
12. Laszlito Kovacs print, for sale on The Working Proof, a company which seeks to promote art and social responsibility, and gives 15% of the sale of each print to a charity of the artist’s choice
13. Buy one pair of shoes and TOMS will donate a pair to a person in need through their One for One program
14. These Russian doll cards are made using wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and are sold to benefit Amnesty International
Of course, it’s always a great idea to donate directly to these and other charities! You can learn more about choosing a charitable organization on Re-Nest, and you can also check out last year’s guide, “Gifts that Keep on Giving” for more charitable ideas.
Some of my favorite reads this year… would love to hear about yours in the comments!
The Name of the Wind / Zeitoun / Water for Elephants / Little Bee / The Hunger Games / The Help / The Forgotten Garden / The Tiger’s Wife / The Distant Hours / The House on Mango Street / The Glass Castle / A Reliable Wife / The Liar’s Club / The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo / What is the What / The Angel’s Game
We’re kicking off our 2011 gift guide series with design books. Why? Design books are the gift that keeps on giving! Above are some favorites from my own collection (which I refer to often), in addition to a few I wish would appear under my tree. Photographs and book descriptions provided by their respective publishers.
DIY Furniture: A Step-by-Step Guide
Featuring 30 designs by leading designer-makers from around the world DIY Furniture shows you how to use simple techniques to make stunning designer furniture from scratch. …Each project features hand-drawn diagrams with short, easy-to-follow instructions on how to build the piece.
Thinking With Type, Revised Edition
Thinking with Type is the definitive guide to using typography in visual communication, from the printed page to the computer screen. …Throughout the book, visual examples show how to be inventive within systems of typographic form—what the rules are and how to break them.
By Hand: The Use of Craft in Contemporary Art
…By Hand features the work of thirty-two artists whose innovative and unexpected uses of handicraft techniques such as embroidery, sewing, knitting, and crocheting are making the age-old craft versus art debate obsolete. From Kiki Smith’s lovingly etched birds, to Barb Hunt’s knitted land mines to dynamo-ville’s one-of-a-kind puppets, to Evil Twin’s handstitched publications, the artworks in By Hand revel in the care and consideration of craft.
Vera: The Art and Life of an Icon
…An innovator and one of the most successful female entrepreneurs of her time, Vera built her company on a radical philosophy: fine art should be accessible to everyone, not just a select few. Known for her iconic images of cheerful flowers, trendy geometrics, and vibrant ladybugs, she believed people should surround themselves with beauty. …In this volume, richly illustrated with Vera’s original sketches, paintings, and photographs of her worldwide travels, readers are introduced to the amazing woman behind the dynamic designs that continue to inspire and influence art, design, and fashion.
Pulled: A Catalog of Screen Printing
Popularized in the 1960s by Pop artists such as Andy Warhol, screen printing remains a favorite of artists due to its remarkable versatility and relatively low cost. In Pulled, best-selling author Mike Perry (Hand Job, Over and Over) collects the work of more than forty of today’s most talented designers who are, in their own way, pushing the boundaries of this dynamic medium.
Drawn In: A Peek into the Inspiring Sketchbooks of 44 Fine Artists, Illustrators, Graphic Designers, and Cartoonists
People are fascinated by artist’s sketchbooks. They offer a glimpse into private pages where artists brainstorm, doodle, develop and work on ideas, and keep track of their musings. Artists use these journals to document their daily lives, produce their initial ideas for bigger projects, and practice their skills. …See inside the sketchbooks of artists Jessica Hische, Mike Perry, Jen Corace, Matt Leines, Jill Bliss, Camilla Engman, Anders Nilsen and many more.
Design*Sponge at Home
The long-awaited home décor bible by design blogger Grace Bonney
To Each His Home: Inspired Interiors as Unique as Their Owners
…In To Each His Home: Inspired Interiors as Unique as Their Owners, photographer Bilyana Dimitrova takes readers on a tour of eight extraordinary homes that unabashedly express the personalities of their free-spirited owners. Dimitrova’s carefully crafted color photographs, accompanied by brief interviews with each homeowner, create vivid portraits of these one-of-a-kind American spaces.
The Printmaking Bible: The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques
… The Printmaking Bible is the definitive resource to the ins-and-outs of every variety of serious printmaking technique practiced today. In-depth instructions are accompanied by profiles that show how working artists create their prints. Historical information, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section provide more invaluable tools.
Stay tuned this week for our usual Mint gift guide round-ups… more books, DIY, and “gifts for good.”
Just one recipe wouldn’t do it this week, of course!
Apple Pie by The Faux Martha / Chive Mashed Potatoes by Everyday Occasions / Healthy Green Bean Casserole by Veggie Num Num on What Would Cathy Eat / Poppy Seed-Crusted Butternut Squash with Kale and Pomegranates by My New Roots / Maple-Roasted Turkey with Sage, Smoked Bacon, and Cornbread Stuffing by Cooking Chanel via Matt Bites / Rich Gravy by Martha Stewart / Caramelized Cauliflower Soup by Sprouted Kitchen / Mini Pumpkin Pies by A Cozy Kitchen / Roasted Vegetable Salad by Tartelette / Vanilla, Pear, and Vodka Cocktail by Two Tarts / Cranberry Sauce by The Faux Martha / Butternut Squash Risotto by Bella Eats
Paper Lanterns for Parties, Weddings, and Homes