JeongMee Yoon's Pink & Blue Project

"My current work, The Pink and Blue Projects are the topic of my thesis. This project explores the trends in cultural preferences and the differences in the tastes of children (and their parents) from diverse cultures, ethnic groups as well as gender socialization and identity. The work also raises other issues, such as the relationship between gender and consumerism, urbanization, the globalization of consumerism and the new capitalism.

The Pink and Blue Projects were initiated by my five-year-old daughter, who loves the color pink so much that she wanted to wear only pink clothes and play with only pink toys and objects. I discovered that my daughter’s case was not unusual. In the United States, South Korea and elsewhere, most young girls love pink clothing, accessories and toys. This phenomenon is widespread among children of various ethnic groups regardless of their cultural backgrounds. Perhaps it is the influence of pervasive commercial advertisements aimed at little girls and their parents, such as the universally popular Barbie and Hello Kitty merchandise that has developed into a modern trend. Girls train subconsciously and unconsciously to wear the color pink in order to look feminine."

- JeongMee Yoon

Jeonghoon and His Blue Things, 2008

Jeeyoo and Her Pink Things, 2008

Jimin and His Blue Things, 2007

SeoWoo and her Pink Things, 2006

Collection now showing at the Children's Museum of Arts in NY. More information and many more images at JeongMee Yoon's Website.

Christmas

1. Jollypop, 2. The dollhouse at Christmas, 3. Vintage Tree Toppers, 4. Have A Merry, Scary Halloween, 5. It Was Christmas In July, 6. Christmas pageant, 7. A Merry Christmas To You 1909, 8. Lucia Morning Einar Nerman 1920, 9. Lucia Skansen Stockholm 1902, 10. Stockholm Lucia 1947, 11. December Children, 12. Santa Claus is coming to Town 1943, 13. Santa Kewpie and Kewpie Reindeer Ride, 14. Paulette Goddard Christmas Time, 15. Gnome & The Pig Cristmas Walk Jenny Nystrom, 16. Three Santas

You Can't ALWAYS Get What You Want

Thanks to everyone that ordered things from my Amazon Birthday Wish List!! It was very unexpected and very much appreciated! Thanks!

Here is an instillation of: If I Had One Million Dollars To Spend At Urban Outfitters

Birthday Wishlist!

My birthday is coming up! Here's what I have my eye on. All items can be found catalogued by level of NEED at my Amazon Wish List.

Squirrel Tray, $65

The Way We Live In the City Book, $23.45

Between the Lines Oxfords, $24.99 (size 8!)

Dear Diary, $6.33

Fred's Cool Jewels, $6

Terryworld Book, $12.12

Gloveables Gloves -Red Gingham & Bow, $14

Bailey Convertible Messenger, $24.50

Large Pastry Dome by Trudeau, $39.50

The Amazing Paper Cuttings of Hans Christian Andersen Book, $0.53 (yes, you read that CORRECTLY, 53 cents)

Cowhair Metal Pillow, By MAISON DE VACANCES, on sale for $95 from $275

Brooklyn Storefronts Paperback Book, $5

Mikasa Antique White 12-Inch Bunny Centerpiece, $41.57

Nylon Pretty, $16.47

Thanks! Happy Birfday to me!

Following Obama

There is a feature on the New York Times website right now titled "Following Obama." This Photographers Journal was shot and narrated by Damon Winter as he travelled with Obama and it is amazing. It's really powerful, and I would love to know your thoughts on it after you watch it. So I'm going to release you to it, but come back to me!

Please watch this and appreciate the power of photography.

Be sure to turn your speakers on!

Daily Doily

I just did so much research on doilies... Doilies are amazing! They are so versatile and span the ages. They can go from Grandma's cozy cabin to your neighbour's modern apartment. They come in all different kinds of materials, and can be used in many many different ways. I fell in love with the following doilies and doily inspired things.

Herpes virus

HIV Virus

Doilies by Laura Splan
2004
freestanding computerized machine embroidered lace mounted on velvet
16.75" x 16.75" each framed

The design of each doily is based on the structure of a different virus. I begin with a digital image of the virus, which I then base a design on in a graphics editor. The design is then imported into computerized embroidery software and the stitches are laid out and manipulated. Finally, the designs are output from a computerized sewing machine. [Source]

Sophie Earrings in Linen by Crochet Girl of Chicago, Illinois. Classic pineapple shape crocheted into elegant earrings. You might recognize this shape from the doily on your grandma's table but this one is way more hip. Earrings are crocheted with soft brown linen cotton thread and lightly starched to maintain their shape. 2" tall and 1.5" at widest point. $20.



Custom Lace Table made for Lynne Rutter of The Ornamentalist by her friend Marcia Stuermer of Fossil Faux Studios.

The tabletop is acrylic resin, embedded with lace doilies, many of which were made by her great grandmother. The rest were collected from eBay and San Francisco's Chinatown. At 51" in diameter, the table is scaled perfectly to the room, and can seat 6 comfortably.

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I bought these Rubber Lace Coasters from Mod Cloth and I love them! They are sold out now, but you can find them for slightly more $$$ at Rockett St George, in black OR white.

Limited edition Doily print by Julianna Swaney of Oh My Cavalier, who just relocated to Portland, Oregon. Julianna is a good friend of mine and every time she creates something it always turns out elegant, beautiful and inspiring. Only $10!

FLOR is known for their unique modular carpet squares that can be assembled to fit any room in any style. These squares are adorably called Amazing Lace and come in brown, black and white. The tiles are on sale for $10.59 (that's only $3.94 per square foot!)

Granny's Doily Brooch by Ginger Squirrel. A pretty vintage-inspired brooch with a hand-crocheted mini doily, topped with a wire-wrapped mother of pearl button, and embellished with little beads for some sparkle. Backed with the same red felt and finished with a safety clasp. $10.

The Doily Table came from the minds of David Eveleigh and Melissa Evans. The following is from Melissa's blog post on the table:

The ‘Doily’ table is our first interior design product and was launched several years ago. It is a laser cut flat packed occasional table in clear, smoked or black 10mm acrylic, designed and produced by us. It was selling in London/NYC and sold all over the world. It was a finalist in the Elle Deco Design Awards 2005. We still love it but its no longer being produced at present.

Wool felt Doily Rug by Donna Wilson. I wish there was a better photo possibly an in room photo, to show the size, but I can't find one! 440 Pounds! If 16.50 pounds is more in your price range, then you might want to take a look at Wilson's wool felt Doily Placemats. Pictured below.

        

Lace Bead work by Gina Adams:

Two years ago I began to research my Ojibwe and Lithuanian heritages. The only piece of their histories that I related to was the craft. I started drawing these bead/lace configurations as a way to place myself equally between the two cultures.

Framed Hand-Crocheted Name Doily, made by Katie of Springfield, Illinois. $60.

Doily covered horse (private collection) and piano by Joana Vasconcelos.

   

Antique Lace Tee at Urban Outfitters, currently Sold Out. 

This classic plate set is made from high quality, durable melamine. The pattern is an exclusive Thomas Paul design that references traditional motifs used in fine china and adds a modern gothic spin. Set of 4. Measures 11" in diameter. Dishwasher safe, not microwavable.

From my own Home:

Sunday brunch! I ordered my plates from Elsewares and loved their customer service (as I have said before!)

Lacey Felt Placemats by Crate & Barrel, on sale for only $2.95

Beautiful Doily Giftcards by Beau Ideal, green printed in Brooklyn, NY. 4 for $6.00. 

Doily Bird framed print by Traceface of Birmingham, Alabama. $30 (framed! FRAMED!)

Dainty Doilie Wall Graphic, by mother and daughter team Elaine and Nell Oliver of Elly Nelly of NY and Australia, $32.

Little Green Tea Set 

By Esther Coombs

This is such a pretty old Tea Set, Its make by J&G Meaking a well respected ceramics maker which is now really collectable.

This set is in good condition with only a little discolouration on the surface glaze, small grey dots where the heat has affected the colour. I didn't want to do to much to it so used my classic doily drawings and a few words to decorate.

With a milk jug , sugar bowl and 4 tea cups and saucers its a darling little set.

All my items are made or drawn by hand, I don't use transfers or stencils. $240

Doilie 6 Piece Coffee Set
by Esther Coombs

Ok i have a confession although i make alot of items dedicated to tea I'm actually a coffee drinker most of the time, its not that i never do tea but here is one for the coffee drinkers among you..

This is a six piece coffee set the cups are so petit and lovely and the set has a sugar pot with lid and milk jug and the coffee pot also with a little lid is so elegant i love it!

Decorated with my classic doilie drawings, sugar cubes and coffee beans etc i think it could make a pretty edition to any kitchen. Perfect for expresso!
So sweet! $260.

Blondas Reverso, Lap Top Case available from Picnic Decor.

Doily Pillows available at LAMA - Latin America in the Modern Age

Who says doilies are old fashioned? This doily print pillow is the clever concept of established Argentinean textile designers Coty Larguia and Eugenia Troncoso. Once featured in the MOMA Argentina and now available through LAMA, this pillow is equal parts quirky, sophisticated and chic. Definitely not something you'd see in your Grandmother's house. 100% cotton. Polyfil insert included. Made in Argentina. $56.

I love the LAMA website! Here is some information about the store and it's opening (maybe I'm partial because I grew up in Ecuador... but either way I love LAMA's goods!)

Latin America is more than salsa and fiestas, coffee beans and bananas, sombreros and panama hats. Its ancient artisans have evolved into imaginative designers and its unknown cities are becoming exciting metropolises with contemporary cafes and chic boutiques. Ecstatic over all her finds, the girl realized her mission: to bring much deserved attention and recognition to the independent designers she admires and to help them reach an audience some may have not been able to access on their own. Carefully choosing some of her favorite pieces from abroad, in addition to the work from Latino artists living in the US and others who find inspiration for their work from this colorful culture, the girl and her dog were finally ready to open the shop they dreamed of and show those who haven’t seen it for their own eyes‚ Latin America in the Modern Age.