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pin-up
am i becoming precitable? apologies but i can be a bit of a tart for vintage – especially if it’s bordering on kitsch. most of these pin-ups certainly fit the profile, and a couple of them are even rather classy. nothing like some fifties babes to start your weekend off on the good foot, though.
all images via sheepback cabin
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haasbroek t-shirts
remember the Z-A series by jaco haasbroek? well, he’s submitted a design to threadless that shows the entire character alphabet and people need to vote for it so it can be printed. i would personally LOVE this on a t-shirt!
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pigeon post
beautifully illustrated valentines cards by canadian design company vanguard works, under their paperie label pigeon post. based on the theme of undying love. inspired by myths, folklores & ancient stories from around the world.
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anja mulder
another fantastic flickr discovery, anja mulder lives in the netherlands and is a freelance photographer & illustrator.
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wines of the cape
i discovered this rad little gem hidden in the depths of a bookcase at my parent’s house (as you do). it was printed in paarl in 1959.
Posted in Illustration Tagged africana, entertaining, fifties, Illustration, mid-century modern, recipes, roman waher, sixties, south africa, Vintage, wine, wines of the cape 3 Comments
valentine
i don’t want to be a party pooper but i’ve always been kind of *shrugs soulders* about valentines day. that being said, if i was planning on sending something to someone, it would be one of these cute cards from rifle paper co and perhaps a bunch of hydrangeas. oh wait, that’s what i would want someone to send to me (hint).
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frock
the frock collection
by anja louise verdugo: Painted clothing, mostly from the 20’s and 30’s, based on ebay photos of things I couldn’t buy. An upgrade from the low-quality ebay photos, and a way to have these items without actually owning the frocks.
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chocolat
these vintage ads really amused me. you can almost imagine the dudes saying, “come on boys, this chocolate isn’t going to carry itself!” (in french)
i suppose i would put myself in danger for some chocolat.
via vintage poster
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adam simpson
adam simpson
his work encompasses design, animation and illustration – always with a strong emphasis on drawing.
Posted in Illustration Tagged adam simpson, animation, book cover, book jacket, Design, designer, drawing, Illustration, illustrator, pencils, pens, sketching 1 Comment
kris atomic
kris atomic
I’m Kris and I like drawing, embroidery and taking pictures. I particularly enjoy souvenirs from the seaside, going for afternoon tea, trips to ikea and pandas.
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bokkie
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drop caps
i’ve been holding out on posting about jessica hische’s daily drop cap project, but as she recently updated her website i thought it was fitting.
Daily Drop Cap is a project I started in September of 2009 in which I illustrate a decorative letter every day (or at least every work day). The project will continue for approximately twelve alphabets and are available for non-commercial use as drop caps on your personal blog.
she really is an exceptional typographer (and illustrator and designer). ok i can’t resist, here’s some more:
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daily diaries
i really look forward to these little illustrations by gemma correll, and i always lament that i don’t do something similar – especially because life can be mundane but there’s always something amusing to be found in the little things (eg: smoked mussels that looks like tiny vaginas). i’ve always been hopeless at keeping a diary, so well done gemma (and keep them coming). oh and she also participates in the what i wore today flickr movement, see her outfits here.
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alyssa nassner
oh my, alyssa nassner is very talented.