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Nice and New: Marimekko Fall 2009 Fabric Collection

CasaSugar — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:00:20 -0700

Finnish textile designer Marimekko has plenty of iconic prints that, if you read my post on how to Marimekko your whole house, you'll know have been used everywhere from wallpaper to bedding to upholstery to handbags. Unfortunately, even a good thing can get old. So, I'm pleased to share Marimekko's Fall 2009 Fabric Collection with you, which will hopefully freshen things up. Some of these designs are brand spankin' new, while others have livened up your favorite patterns with new colorways. Most fabrics should be available for purchase at Always Mod shortly. I'm loving this mod botanical illustration, but there are many more to love, so read more.

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Sale Alert: Marimekko's Semiannual Sale

CasaSugar — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 05:30:40 -0700

From now through July 15, save big on some of your favorite Marimekko designs. I'd make haste, though: sale prices are limited to supply on hand, which is quite limited! I'm very tempted by this Marimekko Kissanminttu Fabric (on sale for $31.50). Designed by Erja Hirvi, this girly, tulip-adorned print would make beautiful panel curtains for a girl's bedroom. The soft color palette and floral pattern will make your home feel like Spring all year round. Shop the sale!

How-To: Marimekko Your Whole House

CasaSugar — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:00:41 -0700

Finnish textile designer Marimekko was made famous when Jackie Kennedy bought eight Marimekko dresses, which she wore throughout the 1960 US presidential campaign. Soon, in the mid-'60s, the company sparked up a relationship with Crate & Barrel, using their designs on textiles like bedding in their stores as well as display backdrops.
Nowadays, Mari's brightly colored graphics have made their way onto every furnishing in the house - a new line of wallpaper being the latest.

Bemz, the one and only retailer of chic slipcovers for Ikea furniture, also recently debuted a collection of Marimekko slipcovers. And, for those of you who have caught on to the trend of using apparel as home décor, the company also launched Mari's New Bags last month, a line of cheerful purses, clutches, and briefcases.

That's not all though, folks: there are plenty more accessories and furnishings for your whole house from the Helsinki company. To see them, read more.

Get the Look: Inspiration From the Marimekko Spring 2009 Catalog

CasaSugar — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:00:12 -0800

The Marimekko Spring 2009 catalog is inspiring me with its vibrant colors and eyecatching patterns. Check out the slideshow for more about the products, and ways to use them in your home.
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Steal of the Day: Anthropologie Ditte Sofa

CasaSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:00:51 -0700

I've had my eye on this brilliantly printed Ditte Sofa ( on sale for $1,799.95, was $3,498) for many moons now. The adorable fabric design is by way of Marimekko, and the Teflon-coated canvas will help to ensure that any coffee stains or unfortunate wine accidents will wash right out. With a kiln-dried hardwood frame and a polyfill-down blend stuffing, this sofa will be both wildly attractive and wonderfully sturdy. I can just imagine it in a floral conservatory or refined greenhouse, can't you?

Sale Alert: Always Mod Marimekko Sale

CasaSugar — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 04:30:04 -0700

Always Mod, a retailer that specializes in selling products from world-renowned Finnish textile and design company, Marimekko, is currently holding their "biggest Marimekko sale ever," offering savings of 20 to 40 percent off of Marimekko items now through July 15th, while supplies last. If you're unfamiliar with Marimekko's bold designs, you can see some of them here. Here are a few products I wouldn't mind taking home from the sale:
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Etsy Find: Marimekko Throw Pillow

CasaSugar — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:00:14 -0700

We all know that Marimekko is too darn hot right now. It's made appearances in the Sex and the City movie (in Carrie's apartment), at H&M stores worldwide, and in major retail catalogs such as CB2. I'm personally loving the color and pattern on this Marimekko Red on Red Pillow ($19), from Etsy seller WhiffletreeFarm. Made from Samovarri, a pattern designed for Marimekko in 1970 by Maija Isola, it's 100 percent cotton and made in Finland. It would make a dramatic splash when displayed on white sofas. Where would you use them?

Steal of the Day: Marimekko Unikko Tray

CasaSugar — Wed, 07 May 2008 04:30:12 -0700

If you've yet to tire of its print, you can welcome the Marimekko Unikko Tray ($29, reduced from $42) into your home for a Spring garden party, or even just breakfast in bed. I'm envisioning it serving up some fresh lemonade and cucumber sandwiches, perhaps? It would also make an eye-catching catch-all for your foyer landing strip/console, if you have one, or a perky inbox for your organized desk. Of course this bold, bright print isn't for everyone, but if it goes with your color scheme, it is quite the steal. You like?

Trend Alert: Have Yourself a Marimekko Spring

CasaSugar — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:00:31 -0800

According to FabSugar, Finnish textile design company Marimekko will be "lending its signature vivid prints and colors to H&M's Spring '08 collection," and I hear even Manolo Blahnik is taking a cue from Marimekko's bold patterns. Also, Anthropologie has created its own crave worthy upholstered furniture with the textiles. Since the textile industry is often responsible for trends in both the home décor and fashion worlds, I suspect you'll soon be longing for some Marimekko in your life. So, I've rounded up the best of the best Marimekko home furnishings below to get you the fix ahead of time. Come Spring, yours will be the trendiest house around.

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Midday Muse: Fire and Ice

CasaSugar — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:00:39 -0700

Though this Kassiopeia Fabric comes from Finnish brand Marimekko, it has a sort of Asian-inspired fantasy vibe. Together with the cool-yet-fiery color combo, the pattern is very unique. How could you use these ideas in a room?

Fatboy - Junior Marimekko - $189.00	Marimekko - unikko coasters and trivets by maija and kristina isola - $12.00
Marimekko Tamara Linen Sheet Sets - $34.95	Marimekko Tamara Guest Towels - $5.95
Marimekko - unikko bed linens by maija isola for marimekko - $19.00	Marimekko Iso Krassi Pillow - $59.95
Marimekko ® Umi Wall Hanging - $24.95	Jennifer Delonge - Glam Glider Ottoman - $659.00
Marimekko - unikko kitchen collection by marimekko - $10.00	Marimekko Lumimarja White Tablecloth/Napkin - $7.95
Marimekko ® hedwig bed linens - $29.95	Marimekko Lehtimaja Mist Shower Curtain - $49.95
Marimekko Lehtimaja Green Bed Linens - $34.95