Does thread count really count for anything? We’ve often heard that a higher thread count indicates a higher quality sheet, but that is not necessarily true. There are a number of factors
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Marimekko Wedding? This one Takes the Cake!
We came across this great wedding cake by Debbie Does Cakes. It’s true, some people can just never get enough Marimekko. The patterns represented are Unikko (poppy flower) and Lokki
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Marimekko Featured in Stitch Magazine
Marimekko in Stitch Magazine The latest issue of Stitch Magazine includes a feature on Marimekko! Get your copy today.
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Marimekko Bo Boo Lunch Bag Tutorial
I’ve made another craft this week, I’ve upped the difficulty level just a hair but you’ll find that just a little extra time will make a beautiful bag. Created from
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What is Vitreous Porcelain?
Vitreous Porcelain is a modern and durable type of porcelain. Because of the particularly high-heat processing in the kiln, this material is less brittle than classic porcelain, and has a
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5 Modern Napkin Folds for Easter
Napkin folds and placements are such a fun and easy way to add a finishing touch to a thoughtful tablescape. We have a delightful collection of modern napkins, both cloth
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Marimekko Designer Profile – Aino-Maija Metsola
Aino-Maija Metsola, tell us about yourself.I am a graphic designer and illustrator. I live in Helsinki, but I like to get out into the forest whenever possible. I dream of
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In the Mood for Marimekko Wallpaper
When watching In the Mood for Love (2000), a film set in 1960’s Hong Kong, I noticed some Marimekko in the background. In one character’s apartment, the walls are papered
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One Scarf, Three Ways
Scarves are a great way to add some oomph to an ensemble. Whether you’re going the casual or dressy route, scarves can make an outfit. There are about a million
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Vintage Finnish Find Gets a Marimekko Makeover
FinnStyle owner Ben Horn and his wife Lisa Goodman recently acquired a beautiful wooden table and set of matching chairs, which they were delighted to find had been made in
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