The UnRolodex

I am VERY, VERY excited right now! Last night, I was perusing the internet for Rolodexes that were unusual or at least pretty. I found one at Pottery Barn but it wasn't really me. Lovely Design had a handmade one but it was a limited edition of 1000. I read about the designer, Sharilyn Wright, last year in Domino, but alas...SOLD OUT and ON HOLIDAY. Tonight, I happened to see this on Etsy from
Ugly Kitty and husband looked over and said, "Sweetie, could I get you that for a Christmas present?" Well, yes indeed! It's made from recycled magazine subscription cards, paper from her favorite Chinese restaurant and a recycled recipe box. LOVE IT.

From Lovelydesign. Her Dad makes the wooden boxes by hand, according to Domino.

People have been asking me what I want for Christmas lately. With all of my recent exposure to independent crafters and artists, I have pulled away from mass produced items. There is something so special about a person hand making an item; it's as though her passion is cemented in the piece, and it's contagious.

From Pottery Barn. At least they thought outside the box (so to speak.)

Comments

[nunu's mum]

Hullo there Pink! or as they say here in my neck o'the woods - Ayeup duck! (I think that means what's up duck? don't ask...=})

Thanks for dropping by my blog and making your brand spanking new blog known to me! =)

I see you've got an ongoing project here, how exciting!

Anyway, just dropped by to say hi and will catch you again soon!

PS I know what you mean about mass produced items for gifts, they are so heart-breakingly soulless aren't they? (Of course I'm not talking about Birkin bags!...in case my darling husband stumbles upon this...=) The top rolodex is soo funky! love it!

[Jessica]

Love this...I know what you mean. Lately all I want to do is buy people prints, etsy finds, and other craftacular items. I think it is more personal and just makes the Holidays special!

[Maryam in Marrakesh]

B-
That top rolodex rocks! Nice, nice find!!

[joleen]

ok i LOVE that!!!