Right Round

We fenced in the back yard, so I haven't been walking the dog much lately. No dog walking = no profound thoughts = no blogging. I will have to return to taking long showers, so I can access those "aha" moments again.

Maybe not so profound, but I am excited about my new Bloomin' Lumen tackable wall dots. They are 15" diameter circles made of mdf with 1/4" cork on the front, then covered with funky fabrics. The backs are covered in colorful soft felt to gently rest against the wall. Some are customized with felt cut outs, initials, etc., and others are just small dots on the big dots. They can be hung individually or in groups, in identical or coordinating fabrics, and they work with BL night lights, lamps, and pillows. I'm calling this my "Instant Pop" collection, and I envision it freshening up a kids' bedroom or playroom, kitchen, or college dorm room.

There is something about circles that makes me feel happy - they are so simple and clean. Maybe it's the lack of angles or sharp corners, the unbroken continuity of the shape. Polka dots or other circular fabric designs on top of the circular tackboards makes me feel exponentially happier. When the circles are grouped together it is reminiscent of the "Marshmallow Sofa" furniture piece (is it by George Nelson?), with a mod aesthetic. Circles remind me of bubbles, balloons, and balls, with connotations of childhood fun. Any one can be a "square", but not everyone can be a circle, the life of the party, or complete in oneself.

Whatever a circle might mean to you, I hope my new "Instant Pop" wall dots will make you smile. Spread the happiness to your kids, friends, and family. They will soon be available in my etsy shop, and are currently on the shelf at Beehive Co-op in Atlanta. I will also have a few pieces at the Purple Hippo Artist's Market in Dunwoody tomorrow night, and I am always available to do custom pieces.

oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo :)