Cover photo: Maja (hut) pattern by Ville Silvennoinen. Most Marimekko fans have heard about Maija and Kristina Isola, arguably some of the most well-known names in the Finnish brand’s design
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Melt away the winter chill with Finnish Glögi
Ease the bite of cold weather and have your guests cozy up near a crackling fire with a cup of the Finns’ version of mulled wine known as glögi. In
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Marimekko – Holy Cow!
Looking to energize that bare wall in your home? This print by Marimekko is sure to change the moo-d of your room. The Marimekko Unelmia Textile Art is designed by
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A Timeless Pairing, Jackie & Marimekko Strike Again
Last year we wrote a post about Jackie Kennedy & her fondness for Marimekko frocks, now I don’t want to claim that we inspired a Berlin museum to create an
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Marimekko Mixer – Meet Astrid Sylwan
Cover photo: Scandinavian Art & Design Talks Meet New Marimekko Designer Astrid Sylwan: If you don’t know her yet, chances are you will soon. The designer of Marimekko’s most complex
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Marimekko Sighting on Dexter
It’s always exhilarating when I see Marimekko products in unexpected places. That’s why I just had to share this particular Unikko serving bowl sighting in the Showtime series, “Dexter.” And
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Marimekko Exhibition at Design Research in Cambridge
Cover image via Wikipedia.com Bright Marimekko design has returned to the large windows of the legendary Design Research Building in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Design Research (D/R), the famous retailer and importer
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A Momentous Occasion, Making a Marimekko Christmas
The marvelous Christmas mantle below from skimbacohome.com is adorned in Marimekko’s expressive Hetkiä print to meld modern design with classic holiday decor. Finnish for “Moment”, this energetic line drawing by
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Fly Away With Marimekko
Marimekko Unikko Hot Air Balloon: If you watched our recent video of the Marimekko 60th Anniversary Fashion Show you may have noticed this wonderful Marimekko Unikko hot air balloon flying
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Modern Floral Arrangements & Tips
Flowers and candy will once again top the list as the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts. If you’re determined to get a unique gift, see Anna’s gift guide that’s full
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