(image from Flickr Creative Commons) I have a lot of anxiety around IKEA. For starters, it’s always packed full of grubby kids and Noah’s ark styled couples, you know, the kinds that dress alike. Second, they trap you on certain floors and sections, by making you go up an escalator with no way down, urging… Continue reading Flocking v Differentiation aka why I’m uncomfortable in IKEA
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When the hipsters co-opt your lifestyle
“Where did you get this?” Seana’s man-friend says to me, nervously pawing the Klein tools bag that I’m using as a purse. “You didn’t buy it at Urban Outfitters or something did you?” “No. I stole it from S who bought it at the hardware store.” He lets out a billowing sigh, “Well, that’s a… Continue reading When the hipsters co-opt your lifestyle
12 to 13 inclinations
We had a great time musing and rambling this year about art, design, and social awkwardness. Thanks for reading. I hate the word “trend” so we’ve compiled “inclinations” for you instead. These are some of our favorite things from 2012 that we hope will continue into 2013. We love: 1. All that is hand-crafted, locally-produced,… Continue reading 12 to 13 inclinations