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canvas is one of our favorite companies for gorgeous, elegant and simple housewares. we also love that canvas works closely with aid for artisans and supports communities in need, like haiti. what could be better that beautiful objects that help make a difference?

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quotes for every day

normally we bring you a quote for the day every so often. but today we bring you a box full of a lovely collection quotes. the box has a name. introducing... 365 gathered truths. a beautiful handmade box filled with quotes to make you think, reflect and be inspired. perhaps this would make a great valentines day gift? we think so.

you can buy the clever thing here.

in the meantime we shall entertain your thoughts with some of our very favorite quotes found in this treasure box...
"nothing is worth more than this day. " - johann wolfgang von goethe
"enjoy the little things in live for one day you may look back and realize that they were the big things." - robert brault
"an invisible thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place or circumstance. the thread may stretch or tangle, but it will never break." - ancient chinese belief
"let the refining and improving of you own life keep you so buys that you have little time to criticize others." - h. jackson brown
"just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, IT BECAME A BUTTERFLY." - unknown
"Iin the the depth of winter i finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer." albert camus

bianca's favorites for october

these hand painted tin cans are called miracle cans. they are great for pens, flowers or whatever else you can think of. handmade in peru.

ibride bird portrait trays: we are crazy about the new ibride trays! all of the trays are composites of humans and birds, with a distinct period feel and playful design. ibride’s trays are made of recycled wood by an innovative French design team lead by three members of the same family. the trays are both functional and artful. they can be used for serving food, drinks or hung on a wall as art.

my favorite new candles are snow & graham. come on by and smell them! . their candles are made with soy and have wonderful fragrances that delicate. i am also a fan of the silk screened graphics on the glass. some one by me the anemone no.16 scent - now!