Another sort of magnifier is this clever pair of cosmetic glasses, an especially unique flea market find. The "optically correct Eye-See reflectogram" lets you put on eye makeup anywhere. It's an excellent idea for traveling, though after getting dolled up with eye shadow, eye liner and mascara, you'll have a giant dent at the top of your nose from the weight of the glasses!
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
Sunday, November 27, 2016
meniscus
I have a fun collection of magnifiers with interesting pieces that may have been used by jewelers or stamp collectors originally. I find them very useful, especially the brass pick glasses, for analyzing intricate jacquard weaves. Of course it's fun to look at skin and scabs as well!
Saturday, November 26, 2016
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
anthesis

Monday, November 21, 2016
a more Bela Monde
Lisa Limer, travel photographer-turned-textile designer, has a beautiful new website from which her intricate patterns can be ordered on silk scarves and caftans as well as reversible cashmere and silk coats. Beside every pattern is a gif showing one of Lisa's photos from which the pattern was derived. I helped design the patterns earlier this year, and it's wonderful to see Lisa's arduous process result in such gorgeous products and a polished presentation.
Friday, November 18, 2016
circa
Chris Duval's amazing vintage clothing store, Circa, has moved into a wonderful old warehouse on Court Street in New Bedford, MA. Open on weekends and by appointment, it's a highly recommended fun few hours combing through thousands of interesting pieces filling the racks and decorating the walls. Unique items from 1900-1980 take you through a history of beautiful and strange fashions and can be yours to be reborn and reworn.
Sunday, November 13, 2016
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