Around four years ago, I walked out my front gate, turned, and almost walked into a pair of these nightstands. Can you believe that? These are teak, mid-century, nicely-maintained nightstands and they were just sitting on the sidewalk, waiting for me to take them. It’s funny how the universe works sometimes…

Hi folks, I’m pleased to announce that I will be starting a new blog, called “A Designed Business,” all about the joys and woes of owning and running a creative, product-based company. It’s targeted to product design entrepreneurs. I’ll draw on my own experiences starting and running (and selling) Peartree Press, as well as years

I had the most brilliant idea for Christmas presents this year – 2009 calendars of Jake! They’ll be illustrated and (most likely) letterpressed. I’ll order enough to cover my Christmas card list. If I have anything leftover, I’ll sell them. A few rough sketches are above. I think the line drawing makes him look too

A friend gave me this vintage notions box years ago. It’s made of plywood and wood remnants and its finish is spotty in places. And it looks like someone made it by hand – possibly a gift from a young man to his girlfriend?

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