Gene Straus Weaving Studio

The Gene Straus Weaving Studio makes these wonderful rugs from recycled wool and denim in their studio in Texas, USA.  Each rug is handwoven using an old loom and often takes over 10 hours to achieve the end result which is these wonderful rugs in a complementary mix of colors and textures.

SanFran

SanFran is based in Manchester and makes these lovely 3D paper pictures. Her wonderful work is available on Etsy. A trio of these would look fab in my bedroom - better get saving!

Girlsavage

Girlsavage is a plush toy designer who sells these fantastic wares on etsy.  These felt taxidermied creatures are animal friendly and much cuter than the real thing - lets face those real giant elk heads you get in stately homes are slightly unnerving - especially when their eyes feel like they're following you about the room and they always seem to have odd leathery mouths!!  These are a much cuter version and you can have one of these in your home without having blood on your hands!!

Modica Design

I love the colors, which look very nature-inspired, of these really unusual and pretty pieces of wood and resin jewellery by Modica Design, who I found recently on Etsy store.

Emily Sutton

I found Emily Sutton via Oh Joy Blog, these amazing birds are made by Emily and will be in an exhibition at St Jude's gallery in Norfolk from 23 August 2008, go and check them out before they fly off!

Camilla Prada

Camilla Prada is the designer behind the Pepe and Friends ceramics collection.  I have seen many items from the collection before but I hadn't seen these adorable espresso cup and saucer sets, which are available from Camille's shop and also at Soma. I don't really drink espresso but I'm sure I could see my way to having the odd one if I had one of these wonderfully cute birdie cups.

Rob Ryan

I think most people will have heard of this very talented gentleman, Rob Ryan, and seen some of his cutout and screenprinted work before.  I have seen many of his lovely designs but I hadn't come across these these lovely tiles before which I found at Soma, the top tile is very apt for me - I am the ultimate birdbrain!  

Update:  He now has a store called Ryantown in London on Columbia Road, which is open weekends only.

Ladak

Ladak is a company based in Amsterdam.  Their blankets are made from a base fabric of processed sweaters, jeans and blankets which is then embellished with colorful ribbons, laces and other rich fabrics.  They are perfect for using as a throw, for a picnic in the woods or taking to the beach or snuggling up in while you watch your favorite film.  Each blanket is given a name too to add to its individuality.  

Donna Wilson

Donna Wilson is the UK artist who makes these cuddly creations.  I've seen them at a few exhibitions and last year when she exhibited at the Millenium Galleries at the Christmas Cracker exhibition, my boyfriend got me one of the wonderful poodle teacozies in cream, who sits pride of place in my kitchen.  her products are available at Reform School.

Small Stump

Small Stump sells these lovely bark tubes which you can put your plants in, and these little fake mossy pebbles which looks like the real thing, except without the creepy crawlies and you can add a couple of these to a little group of the birch bark sets to create a woodland in your own home.

Tamar's Dreamcatchers

Tamar's dreamcatchers are just what I need to brighten up my home

Rutsu's Bears

Another wonderful Etsy find, these lovely handmade bears are the work of Rutsu.  If there is a bear you like you can request one for yourself.  I love these little fellas.

PataPri

I first found PataPri on Etsy last year where she has had much success and for good reason as you can see above her designs are so colorful and fun.  I love the simplicity of her designs and the colors work so well together.  

Lutterlagkage

Beautiful colorful cushions and clothing made from Stine who owns Lutterlagkage, she has has recently moved from Denmark to Malmo, Sweden.  Her shop is closed at the moment but Im hoping its only temporary - but you can still see her wonderful work on her flickr site.  

Bethan Lloyd Worthington

On my day trip to Manchester the other day I came across an artist called Bethan Lloyd Worthington.  Her work was displayed at Urbis, and it really caught my eye, so when i got home I went to check out her website which you can see here.  Her work is so delicate and beautiful,  she has a really lovely drawing style too.  The top two images are entitled Accounting for non Accountants -  created during an artist's block and being faced with spreadsheets and accounting books upon beginning her business, she was inspired to create these really interesting pieces.  The next few images are of work inspired by a long trip to northern Norway and the last image is of a commission entitled The Kidnap.  Bethan has many more works of art available to see on her website and I suggest you check it out as there are some really wonderful creations with interesting inspiration.