soh magical holiday sale

stop by the so'mace lifestyle gallery later today to scoop up design deals during the honolulu showroom's holiday open house. it's the kickoff of a month long sale of designer kaypee soh's modern tropical home decor collection featuring savings of up to 50% off on everything from artwork to pillows.

also stopping by: jewelry designer stacey lee who will be showing off all her latest looks during tonight's event. fyi - score a complimentary pair of earrings with purchases of $50 or more!

• when: today, nov 19th - 4p to 8p
• where: 1115 young street
• sale dates: now to mon, dec 15th

kapuanani designs

hawaiian holiday

you may remember portland-based graphic designer amy antonio when she was featured this past spring, and i am happy to report new designs have been stocked in kapuanani designs' newly relocated etsy shop!

if you are on the hunt for holiday greetings, take a peek at amy's cheery new card set which is printed on recycled paper and combines traditional mele kalikimaka wishes with an infusion of modern style. even better, coordinating gift tags and stickers are available to brighten up your holiday gifting.

m's let's hula tee

w's kukui tunic

amy is also branching out beyond paper goods with new offerings including screenprinted tops featuring designs celebrating the hawaiian culture along with a small selection of lauhala accessories.

everything from cards to tees are appealingly priced ($2 to $32) and a stylish way to stick to your holiday budget.

click over to the etsy shop to take a peek at kapuanani designs' handcrafted collection.

power to the people

yesterday, moveon announced that graphic designer shepard fairey (creator of the now iconic hope poster) has made a limited edition victory poster to celebrate barack obama's election to the presidency. only 5000 posters will be made available ($500 signed & $80 unsigned) with the proceeds helping to fund moveon's progressive movement.

no question that competition will be fierce so, while i must confess to briefly toying with the idea of holding out on you, what's a few extra peeps vying for what is sure to be an instant collectible proving you were present for this wonderful moment in u.s. history?

poster drops tomorrow, sat, nov 8th at 12:30p est / 9:30a pst / 7:30a hst.

p.s. sticker versions are also available on moveon's website. 1.6 million and counting as of this post!

this used to be . . .

mix it up during tonight's edition of first friday and stop by tadpole studio which will be opening the doors of its chinatown studio for an interactive art event.

simply bring in un/loved clothing to be transformed by some cheeky in-house screen printing which will mark offerings with a bold "this used to be" proclamation. the inky commentary challenges the world-at-large's disposable p.o.v. to rethink castoffs and breathe new life into something old that can be reworn and appreciated in a fresh way.

• when: tonight, nov 7th - 6p to 10p
• where: 1160 smith street
• fee: $9 (covers screenprinting materials)

election day edition

election day is finally here and, since we vote by mail around here, my ballot is already waiting to be counted at the registrar of voters. wherever you call home, consider this one of the many, many reminders to do your part and vote today!

essential election clicks include google to find your polling place and project vote smart if you need to brush up on the issues before heading to the polls.

the past two elections have proven there are no guarantees and i could not let this historic day pass without posting one more (but hopefully not last) roundup of obama gear for your enjoyment:

1 - freddy & ma, purveyor of semi-custom handbags, debuts a limited edition collection of vote totes made of recycled cotton.

2 - toy collectors can add a custom painted obama mini munny to their kid robot collection.

3 - the evidence that artists heart obama continues to grow with yet another poster of hope.

4 - the obama 'ohana tee gets a green update with an organic cotton edition.

and, after you rock the vote, enjoy foodie freebies from starbucks to ben & jerry's by flashing your i voted sticker!