modamuse :: independent modern australian and nz designers, artisans & crafters

new changes coming...

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:13:38 CDT

I think the time has finally come to admit that I’ve outgrown this blog and what it is now doesn’t quite suit my needs. The blog was created a few years back and was suitable at the time, but I feel like I’ve moved on, and would like the blog to focus more on my world and my business. So many other blogs have emerged that write about local designers and creative talents and do it much better that I feel it’s best to let them do it. I may post on designers who are inspiring but it won’t be the only subject. I’m also looking at using other blogging sites which will give me so much more flexibility and new and exciting features. So watch this space as a new and improved Modamuse blog awaits…

renee marie

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 22:01:07 CDT

Wow- look at these stunners! Based in Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula Renee Marie has been producing absolutely beautiful glass blown jewellery, homewares and sculptures. The glass medium lends a super sleek, glossy finish to her work which is formed into voluptuous curvy shapes. She also plays with textures and flecking with gorgeous colour palettes in her designs.

nga waiata

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 22:03:58 CST

Crystals seem to be the new black in jewellery, and why wouldn’t they be when you marvel at the simply divine work of New Zealand based artist and designer Nga Waiata. These rings are made from crystal gemstones and recycled hardwood and if you believe in the power of crystals, they have the ability to enhance your mood and well being. Whether they do or not, you can’t help but admire the beauty of these pieces.

inaluxe

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 22:54:45 CST

Happy New Year everyone!! And what a strange and emotional start to the year it has been with the huge floods around the country. It really is wonderful to see the community working together to get everyone back on their feet.

On another note, here are some beautifully retro flavoured prints by Melbourne based inaluxe. The prints are of gorgeous vintage style graphics and sweet animal imagery in vibrant retro shades.

Hope you had a merry Christmas and a wishing you a happy new year!

Sat, 25 Dec 2010 21:29:38 CST

Wow, is Christmas already over? It just goes so quickly once it arrives and before you know it a new year is upon you! Hope you all had a fabulous one with family and friends and ended up with a full belly on the couch! Modamuse online shop is up and running over the break and we are still sending orders. However we will be signing out and putting our feet up from the blog till next year. Here’s to a bright and shiny 2011 and may it be everything that you wish for!

keiko matsui

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 22:09:00 CST

Time for a deep breath during this festive frenzy and to enjoy the beautiful simplicity of Keiko Matsui ceramics. These stunning pieces are decorated with textural patterns or glazed with fluid floral brushwork and are designs to marvel at. You can catch Keiko’s work at Yuga Flora cafe in Glebe until Dec 19 or at her studio which is open on Saturdays 12-5pm in Chippendale, Sydney.

Christmas discount at Modamuse

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 04:28:20 CST

I get so busy updating our social accounts on twitter and facebook, that sometimes I forget our little blog! Anyway, if you would like a 5% discount on orders over $75 head on over to our Twitter or Facebook pages to get the code. Offer ends 25 Dec 10. Follow us or like us while you’re there!

blacklist studio prints

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 22:48:06 CST

Need a little loving? Here are some sweet prints from Sydney-based creative design Blacklist Studio fronted by Nathan Johnson, along with stylist-wife Jaynie. They’ve created a range of adorable prints based on the theme of luurve! These would make a lovely gift for that special someone at Christmas time which is already looming ahead of us!

jasmine matus

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 18:17:20 CDT

Beautiful and interesting wearable art forms from Sydney based jeweller Jasmine Matus. She mixes plastics, paint, wood, found objects, photography and felt with precious metals. We are particularly taken by the neckpiece featuring a photography book of African Turkana women which is a modern twist on the traditional jewellery art form as well as the lovely bracelet shapes.

Lila Ruby King

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 19:13:28 CDT

We love random finds and Etsy’s new suggested shops link is a great way to discover new designers who you’ll love based on your current favourites! We came across contemporary jewellery designer and illustrator Lila Ruby King, originally based in Australia but is now located in Athens Greece (she followed a boy there!). Anna, also has an etsy shop full of print goodies which are equally sweet.