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Design Scouting
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Design is everywhere. Inspiration isn’t far behind. This blog is about the history of design and finding inspiration in everyday objects. That means talking about the best of this month’s design magazines, a score from a regional auction or flea market, what’s new and lust-worthy in the national auctions or ebay, how I’m decorating my new apartment, or just something that’s caught my eye or in my head.
Recent Posts
Gnomes
These gnomes ornaments are fantastic, $7. They remind me of this book from my childhood ($2.20 from Amazon). ...
Alex Crawls…
Let me just say that I love our Flip video camera. It is a must have for new parents. We were able to capture Alex learning to crawl and then share it with grandparents who live far away. Amazing. It is tiny, easy to use, and the quality of the...
Salt Dough Ornaments!
November is a hard slog for me with the eternal darkness and damp weather. December, on the other had, I look forward to all year. The parties and lights, the food and gifts, the being-together-ness. I want to make some special ornaments this year...
Have a great thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving crept up on me this year. This week! Holy holy. Alex is going to eat his first solid foods this week — steamed sweet potato. One of the things I love most about the day is the pies. I love the lattice work crust on the blueber...
Children and Dogs
Children and dogs have more in common than I would have thought before I had a child of my own. Alex Williams sums it up in this genius article in the Times on parents using tips from the Dog Whisperer, like being calm and assertive with your ch...
Inspiration in a packed library
I hope to have a library like this someday; rumpled and packed with knowledge and evidence of a life well lived. Jacques Derrida’s library photographed by Andrew Bush, found via I’m Revolting. Oh, and I love the little fold down desk...


I enjoy your wide assortment of inspiration. I'll be looking for more.
Posted: September 2nd, 2008 | More Reviews From muralwizard | Report This Comment