Trend: Calendars 2015

Tuesday, 30 December 2014

Wall Planner


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I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas break and I'm very much looking forward to a busy 2015, with some big plans already on the horizon for Dursk! A little late, but here is just a kick-start to the New Year with lots of lovely design-led calendars, and for a klutz like me, organised never looked so good.

DIY Christmas: Copper & Concrete

Friday, 19 December 2014


For the past two weeks I've been getting stuck into some Christmas crafts and I don't think I've EVER been this excited for Christmas! It may have a little something to do with the fact that I'll be coming back to Manchester soon but this little Christmas project that I've set myself has really put me in the festive mood!

Trend: Christmas Gift Wrap

Wednesday, 17 December 2014

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If like me, you're a last minute wrapper, here's a little DIY inspiration as well as a few of my favourite products from the High-Street. Styles range from printed textures, woodland themes, star prints and a detailed look at Katie Leamon's current Christmas wrap collection.

Baubles: Top 10

Sunday, 7 December 2014

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So it's that time of year when everyone starts to root around in the loft to get the decos out, but why not have a change? Grab a mince pie and chill out with my bauble and Christmas decoration top 10; featuring the best from designer names, the High-street and even a little inspo to make your own.

Trend: Christmas 2014

Wednesday, 3 December 2014

Hibernate 


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Reindeer furs and mohair throws are enough to make you cosy up this winter. With a base palette of red, brown and black, this trend sees rustic and contemporary combine, for a Christmas that uses traditional textures but with Scandinavian lines. John Lewis replicates a popular angular candelabra design, whilst Future & Found go festive with a structured clothes horse (I mean Rudolph). Department stores go wild for reindeer trends this Christmas, with photographic printed cushions, faux fur throws/rugs and even novelty tea towels and bed linens.

Trend: Winter Pink

Wednesday, 26 November 2014

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The Kinfolk Winter issue is Pink and it's PERFECT. Recently spotted on A Merry Mishap, I adore the styling, making use of the beautiful pink and black branding as if it was an accessory of the home. For a while now I've seen the transition of Nordic pink, grey and white interiors mature into a seasonal alternative, with statement blacks and zingy copper highlights; but the refreshing array of pinks are still as pastely as they were two summers ago. Menu's styling of it's Fall products balances a neutral base with glass details, cork and woody textures. Similar to Kinfolk Magazine, typography sits perfectly into this trend, with posters and prints being a good way to utilise the impactful colour scheme. The branding of the rose and white tea cleanser by LA based organic skincare brand, Klurskin (due to launch this December) reflects radiance and attitude with a soft pink solution against the statement logo. It almost seems too good to use and I'd hate to spoil that perfect pink & black partnership.

From blush tones to bronzed nudes, pink is so versatile. The warm combination of pink and copper is a harmonious pairing; exposed pipes, hangers, decorative accessories all add that finishing touch for a warmer interior. But DuluxCrown Paint and Haymes have gone one step further with their colour forecasting for 2015, and introduce foreign colour such as terracotta, charcoals, silvers and blacks. This sees copper take on a new personality, as styles become inventive, such as the introduction of iridescent finishes.

Whether you prefer the cool nude approach or rusty pink feel, the traditional 'red & gold' Christmas has been revamped this Winter - pink and black offers a cool, contemporary alternative, whilst copper gives it that added extra sparkle.

The Poster Club

Wednesday, 19 November 2014

Kristina Dam, Playtype, Kristina Krogh
Claus Randrup, Playtype

Playtype

Kristian Holm

Playtype, One Must Dash, Anne Nowak
Playtype, Coco Lapine, Kristina Krogh, Playtype

Van Kladderadatsch, One Must Dash [All imagery provided by The Poster Club] 

The Poster Club is a Copenhagen based webshop that merchandises prints from a hand picked selection of graphic designers, illustrators, photographers and creatives from all over the world; turning their works into statement prints, perfect for a Scandi interior.

Launched only 4 months ago, this newly formed site sells prints that are exclusive to The Poster Club, ranging from black and white graphics, bold typography, graphic illustrations and edgy photography. I've fallen hard for some of the posters; especially the truly unique, translucent photography by Kristina Dam, of plants and cacti being captured through tracing paper. There is such a somber but beautiful mood to these images; almost as if the plants are desperate to come out of the page and into focus. I'm also a sucker for a clean, simplistic bit of typography and there is so much to choose from at The Poster Club, I really love how the 'Grey' series by Playtype has a subtle darkened background for each letter. And how could I forget their marble, embossed effect posters, such a stand out, feature piece with a lovely use of 2D imitation marble.

In addition to The Poster Club's array of artistic imagery, each piece can be visualised within various frames as part of the buying process - a lovely touch. Another bonus, shipping is available worldwide and when you buy two posters, delivery is free! Safe to say that my Christmas list is already as long as my arm and hopefully Santa will make me a fully fledged member of The Poster Club.
 
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