Prospector Co.

Come clean

14.June.2013 | 0 comments.

Prospector Co. first caught our eye when they released their Burroughs Beard Oil. Beard wha? Yup. The idea of having a moisturiser to beautify those bristles sounded wonderfully cosset to us. Like so many beards, they’ve grown quite quickly since then and we’re so glad they have. Their products are free from harmful additives, artificial fragrances and colourings, using only natural ingredients – gaining a big, luscious tick from us.

With a devotion to quality, each Prospector product is individually made by hand in the U.S. of A. and they’re big believers in low-volume batches to avoid waste. But don’t let our beardy fetish throw you off, they cater for the ladies too. Prospector’s expertise lies in nourishing anyone’s skin and if yours is already baby-soft – we suggest nabbing a candle to make your home smell like a woodchopper. Mmm, masculinity.

Kaaita

Bottle It

Environment | Europe | Innovation

7.June.2013 | 0 comments.

With their website stating they only make things with a positive effect on everyday life, you just know Kaaita are on the side of good, not evil. Based in Slovenia, the company takes common offcuts like plastic bottles and worn-out jumpers and turns them into magical bags, socks, plant holders and slippers.

All about being handmade, sustainable and fair, the company creates simple products that combine form with function. Their slippers even come with a lavender scented sole to aid relaxation. Kaaita, you’re our kinda people.

Falconwright

Loosen the purse strings

Community | Happiness | North America

31.May.2013 | 0 comments.

Encouraging us to become crazy bag ladies sooner rather than later is Falconwright – an absolutely lovely line of screen-printed leather goods handmade in small batches. Falconwright is the fruits of two friends – screen printer and illustrator Sandi Falconer, and sewer and maker Danielle Wright. Neat huh? Teaming up with your best bud to create sustainable products – what’s a more warmhearted business idea than that?

It’s at this stage we feel we should mention another killer blow to your credit card – the fact that the Wright side of the business also makes some killer brass jewels. But anyway, back to the seriously charming clutches and pouches – particularly this little guy. The ladies’ attention to detail is second-to-none, and we love that they only sell products they’re proud of. We can’t wait for their next collection and we’re kind of hoping they start screen-printing their illustrations on an overnighter or two. Any excuse to buy another.

Vertical Garden Design

Soil yourself

Environment | Happiness | Innovation

24.May.2013 | 0 comments.

Bringing the outside in is Vertical Garden Design – a brilliant initiative that started way back in 2004 by Swedish landscape architect Michael Hellgren. Albeit verging on an oxymoron, the idea is to have a space that’s foliaged straight up and down, not sideways. And nope, we’re not leading you up the garden path.

Inspired by soilless locations, these upright dwellers aim to mimic a natural habitat – and it’s not as easy as it sounds. The knowledge alone is mind-boggling; to understand the vertical growing environment, one must ensure the right flora is selected. Another boon is it’s an up-and-coming industry, so fingers crossed we’ll all house a vertical garden sometime soon.

Camp Daybed

Meet the sandman

Europe | Happiness | Health | Innovation

16.May.2013 | 0 comments.

Gosh, do we like it when a design can adapt. Introducing the Camp Daybed – a sleeping bag with legs we’ve got quite a crush on. Pretty perfect for that unexpected overnight guest or that weekend away, this chic daybed compliments any abode and is one of many clever creations from Austrian product designer Stephanie Hornig.

Super-easy to carry around (or store away), its demountable frame and washable cotton duvet cover also mean it’s a no-brainer to keep clean. Put complexly, we cannot not want the Camp Daybed. Providing ample space to hit the hay, it’s just like a comfier tent – the bed boasts back pockets to store pillows, magazines or whatever you damn well please. We really want to take one for a test-rest.