velvet squash

stylish serendipity photo

Our sons' girlfriend gifted us with one of these this weekend from her mom's shop in downtown Chagrin Falls.  Daria Knowles of Portland, Oregon creates fabric sculptures she calls Hot Skwash. They are elegant sand filled faux squashes made of soft velvet and attached to real gourd stems. They are beautifully constructed, come in assorted rich shades and never rot! 

photos from Hot Skwash

Shop online here and discover stores in your area that carry Hot Skwash here.

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What I missed at NY International Gift Fair 2012

I was all set to go to this summer's NYIGF when a last minute obligation came up.  I was a bit bummed as I haven't been to one yet, and I have been wanting to go for years now.  I will shoot again for 2013, and in the meantime, live vicariously from those lucky enough to attend.

Here is some of my favorite coverage and products.

Unsurprisingly, COCOCOZY's booth is a breath of beautiful fresh air...

Love the combo of luxe and rugged on this throw...by PEHUEN

3 images above via OD360 Designs

Adorable ceramics by Kahler

and Pantone bowls by Room Copenhagen

via 3 rings

All the finials a girl could want....by Hillary Thomas Designs...

via Habitually Chic

How gorgeous is this dresser upholstered in Indian embroidered textiles from Manglam Arts?
via StyleBeat

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