The Agile Rabbit
Patterns and Packaging I don’t know where I’d be without my collection of Agile Rabbit/Pepin Press reference books (BTW, this is not an advertisement). I’m in the habit of checking every bookstore for new editions wherever I go. I pick them up no matter what the subject of the volume- I’m sure that I’ll use [...]
I Am The Walrus
Upper Playground was established in 1998 with the goal of giving local up-and-coming artists a venue where progressive art and fashion can be mutually supported. Since then, the goal has remained the same and the brand has succeeded in growing to an international business with product in over 300 boutiques- as well as owning 10 [...]
Picasso, International Man of Mystery
Declared a national treasure by France, the 1956 documentary film, Le Mystere Picasso, is absolutely fascinating to watch. Following Picasso’s every brush stroke as he moves from one area of the canvases to another, the viewer witnesses the results of the master’s decisions, as he makes them.
Glasses Made For Sippin’
With the commercial domestic glass-making industry in a fast decline, it’s good to see local craftsmen still making a successful go of it. John and Wendy Gilvey, Michael Benzer and Jennifer Smith founded Hudson Beach Glass in 1987. Originally setting up shop in a renovated ice house in Beacon New York, they’ve now expanded to [...]
Great Food – Great Building
I have to mention one of my favorite places for lunch- Kelley & Ping. It’s located at 127 Greene St. in New York City’s Soho section. Opening in 1991, it has been a consistent winner for fresh and delicious Asian-inspired dishes. All food is created in front of you in the open kitchen. Along with [...]
13th Street
I LOVE city streets. Between the people-watching, architecture, street art and general goings-on, its a wonder how anyone can push themselves into the confines of an office building every day.
Time on my hands
Winter winter. For those with cars, this is the time to be sitting in the tire shop, service station, etc… waiting to have your car serviced. Not the most fun, but there’s always something interesting, nonetheless.
Finishing Touches
I started going to Tender Buttons back when I was in design school. It was the only sure bet for finding the most unique special buttons and trims that no one else was going to have. Evidently, the shop hasn’t lost any of its integrity since it opened doors in 1968, by co-founder Millicent Safro. [...]
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