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Design and Innovation

Eye On Design: Finding Inspiration at NY Now, Summer 2023

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All Photos By Gail

I was barely home from London for twelve hours before I had to make a mad dash to Javits Center for the final day of NY Now! Jet lag be damned, there was too much cool design inspiration waiting at the summer edition of our favorite biannual gift show. From unique home goods to fabulous fashion accessories, hilarious greeting cards and adorable soft toys that will make you squee, there’s truly something for everyone at NY Now. Let’s get right to my fantastic photo recap with a few favorite home décor designs to let your individuality shine!
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Design and Innovation

Yes, It Exists: Grinch Sherpa Hat

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Photo By Gail

You’re a warm hat, Mister Grinch! Are you in search of a unique piece of fashionable headwear to keep your noggin toasty during the upcoming colder months? How about this  Grinch Sherpa Hat from Peruvian Trading Company? Yes, it exists!
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Design and Innovation

Celebrate 4/20 With Edie Parker’s Ice Bowl Pipes!

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Story and Photo By Gail Worley

If you’re in search of aesthetically-pleasing drug paraphernalia, nobody makes weed accessories that look as good on a coffee table as Flower by Edie Parker. The brand’s beloved pipes and smoking accessories truly strike a balance between stoner kitsch and  functional art. Now, they’ve released a delicate and delightful pipe that’s the essence of chill: the Ice Bowl, which we saw at NY Now.
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Pop Culture, Toys and Collectibles

Pink Thing Of The Day: Pink Jinx Monster By Jellycat

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Photos By Gail

I had to do a reverse image search on this cute little guy to find out that his name is Jinx and he is a type of monster from Jellycat, who make amazing plush soft toys. I found Jinx serving as the booth mascot for Happy Just Happy greeting cards at the NY Now  winter market. Oh, the cuteness. Continue reading Pink Thing Of The Day: Pink Jinx Monster By Jellycat →

Design and Innovation

Shark Attack Bath Sponge!

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Shark Attack In The Bath! (Photos By Gail)

Do you have a small child in your home, and, if so, does he or she hate getting in the bath?  Based on the variety of designated “bath toys” I see at gift shows like NY Now, it’s apparent that the playing of bath-time  games may be required in order to complete this daily cleaning ritual. Because kids.
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