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Crave Worthy: Lifesaver Bowls

CasaSugar — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:00:15 -0700

While the name of these Lifesaver Bowls ($495) is derived from their candy-like colors, their dream-like designs could sweeten even my most sour of days. I just wish I could afford one of these hand-blown masterpieces, particularly in this economy. The bowls/vases were created by New York-based glass blowing artist John Pomp, whose work has been featured in a slew of esteemed publications, such as Vogue, Elle Décor, and the now-defunct House & Garden. I hope to see much more of his work in the future . . . preferably in my own home.

Cool Idea: Kitchen Legos

CasaSugar — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:30:11 -0800

In these tough economic times, we all have to do a little penny-pinching. For some, that means cooking at home instead of dining out, steering clear of the shopping mall, doing DIY projects on the weekends, or even making your own firestarters. But even DIY projects cost money sometimes. So, how do you make something from nothing? You look in your kid's toy box, of course. Instead of shopping for accents, Evil Mad Scientist made some kitchen accents like bowls, napkin holders, vases, and utensil holders out of Legos! Resourceful, huh? As grown-up kid, who loves Legos, Playmobil, and Barbies as much as she did when she was 6, I can't get enough of this project.

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Love It or Hate It? Thorsten van Elten Still-Life Bowl

CasaSugar — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:00:00 -0700

The Thorsten van Elten Still-Life Bowl ($100) is a fruit bowl made from a glazed earthenware dish outfitted with an oak frame that can be set horizontally or vertically, so you can create your very own still life without even getting your paint brush wet. Yeah, you might prefer a van Gogh, but you can't have everything, can you?

Love It or Hate It? War Bowl

CasaSugar — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:00:06 -0700

The Dominic Wilcox War Bowl ($400) for Areaware is an art piece made from melted and partially melted plastic toy soldiers, that makes "a statement on the futility of war." It's also available in red, white, or blue. Coincidence? I think not. If you wanted to eat your Top Ramen out of it, or decorate with apples in it, you'd be out of luck: it cannot support food. What do you think? Would you put this bowl in your home? Do you agree with the statement it tries to make?

Etsy Find: Turquoise and Grey Felted Wool Bowl

CasaSugar — Mon, 05 May 2008 14:05:26 -0700

Whether you use it to stash keys or as a clever cozy for a four-inch planter, this Turquoise and Grey Felted Wool Bowl ($34) will add a splash of craft and color to your home. Hand crocheted with wool in charcoal grey with a bright turquoise base and band, this bowl is wet felted, dried around a mold to create its shape, and then steam blocked. Seller Papaververt recommends wrapping the plant's base in a plastic bag before setting it in the felted bowl, to assure that the planter won't leak onto the wool. I can think of a million other uses for this bowl, from holding cotton swabs in the bathroom to a cute catchall for my bobbins in my sewing corner. How would you use it?

Cool Idea: Edgy Porcelain

CasaSugar — Thu, 01 May 2008 13:00:45 -0700

If you haven't noticed, I'm anticipating a trend here, with my coverage of alternative crochet work, subversive lace, and now, edgy porcelain. It's as if a punk-rock grandchild raided her grandma's attic and added some 'tude to traditional, feminine styles.

The Brooklyn-based designer Sarah Cihat did just that when she asked metalsmith Michael Miller to dress up the hand-cast porcelain bowls and vases from her new Dirt collection. Using copper and brass chainwork, Smith's metalwork adds an unexpected touch of edginess to Cihat's designs, and I love the results.

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Love It or Hate It? Neptune Bowl

CasaSugar — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 04:20:14 -0800

The Neptune Bowl ($295) is a unique serving piece with an oceanic influence. Designed in nickel plate and stainless steel with decorative octopus legs by Michael Aram, this is a fanciful and fun object, though one that seems like it would be more at home in Jack Sparrow's floating casa than my landlubber one.

Crave Worthy: Cloisonne Bowl

CasaSugar — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 09:07:47 -0800

If you can afford it, this Jayson Home and Garden Cloisonne Bowl ($695) will bring a little bit of the suzani look to your table, but you don't have to go all the way to Uzbekistan to find it. I don't know about you, but I'm utterly bowled over by its unique design. It would make a great centerpiece for your favorite coffee table, or that dining table you never sit at . . .

Crave Worthy: Roost Acacia Bowl

CasaSugar — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 09:59:42 -0800

Made from Acacia wood, this Roost bowl ($54) is silky smooth and humbly gorgeous. I can imagine it on my Thanksgiving table with a winter greens, feta, and pomegranate-seed salad offsetting the burnished brown of the wood. This bowl should be treated with food-safe mineral oil, which will have the added bonus of darkening and glossing the wood.
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Steal of the Day: Covered Pumpkin Bowl

CasaSugar — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:58:58 -0800

Grab this covered pumpkin bowl for your Thanksgiving table setting, but do it quick - it's on final clearance at Gump's, marked down to $34.99 from its original price of $75. Handcrafted in Italy, this earthenware bowl's thick stem serves as the lid's handle and makes a festive, harvest centerpiece.

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