Simply…HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
April 26, 2013
10000 baby!
As FICKLEosophy creeps (in a good way) toward (or is it towards?) the TEN THOUSAND views mark – I have to ask myself…”when is the last time that 10,000 meant so much”? The answer: 1987. 10,000 Maniacs. Certainly not the first 10,000 Maniacs hit…but in my humble opinion…the best! These Are The Days…“Squeeze Me Slow!”
April 25, 2013
morph-o-normous
The Morph Pad from Schleeh Design of Canada takes the good-old-fashioned note pad to a whole new level…literally. You see “Morph”, and it’s larger cousin the Mighty Morph Pad, are sculpturally fluid – moving to a new dimension with every twist and turn. Made of 1000 recycled paper sheets – this simple block – each featuring fabulous artwork – transforms into a masterpiece befitting any dreary desk. But buyer beware – the Morph Pad evokes a plentitude of obsessive daydreaming.
April 23, 2013
when lola talks…
Handbag Collectors listen! Lolafalk - the Brooklyn-based design studio of creatively colorful leather goods is where you’ll find Lauren “Lola” Falkowski piecing together her magic. Handbags, wallets, and accessories – all “inspired by the architecture that fills the Brooklyn neighborhoods surrounding the studio”. Full of color, inside and out, there’s a taste of minimalism that defines a modern vibe not to be missed.
You can find a perfectly plentiful collection on the Lolafalk Etsy Shop although my personal favorite is The Luella Bag - a work-of-art indeed.
And in true admirable fashion, Lolafalk is donating 10% of 2013 sales to help support Handbags of Hope - a non-profit organization with an incredibly cool concept – they fill new or gently handled handbags with 10 handbag necessities and “deliver them to domestic abuse, teen programs, and transition housing throughout Michigan”. All reasons to get obsessed.
April 14, 2013
like FICKLEosophy?
In the spirit of all true obsessions and cut-to-the-chase philosophies, won’t you LIKE FICKLEosophy on Facebook?
April 13, 2013
monster love!
Keeper Obsession Alert
Who’s afraid of monsters? Not a chance with these coincidentally coy and clever designs from Antartica Black - the sewing world’s new super hero and sew-maven extraordinaire behind i love you monster. These funny little guys (or gals) might have one eye – or three – but they all see love in the same way – as something to be shared with you.
And share they do! Made by hand with fleece and felt – not one leaves the mothership without an “i love you” tag – a simple reminder that indeed they do. Laundry-doers will love that they are machine washable and kids will love that they are full of imagination. It’s a virtual Love Obsession for everyone!
*oh – and if you love monsters? you just might love robots too! Check them out.
March 25, 2013
to twine own self be true
Keeper Obsession Alert
Sure cutetape.com sells – ahem – cute tape. Since 2009 in fact. And, Japanese Washi Tape to be precise. Lot’s of it. But they have the most wonderful collection of one of my newest obsessions…twine. Or as we knew it growing up…bakery string. I might even be so bold as to say it’s last years “decorative straws” (ref: at last check 771,000 Google results for decorative straws versus 661,000 for bakery twine…so someone (or something) better watch their back!) I digress.
Labels and Tags and Tape O’Plenty. What’s even better is that cutetape isn’t even pronounced CUTE TAPE - “It’s pronounced…koo – like coool, teh-like in tether, tah – like ta-da!!, pee – as in p =).” CU-TE-TA-PE. Four syllables of divine cheerfulness! I actually just wrapped a piece of Muted Apricot twine around my pinkie so I wouldn’t forget to buy more. It’s 100% cotton fabulouslessness and made right here in the USA. DANGER: There are close to 50 choices of said twine so once you’re obsessed you might find yourself in need of an addition to the house!
