Beautiful images from the WREN design

We have loved every one of the WREN design's recycled PPC Cement Bag products since we first met their papery splendour but, after the recent Tablet Sleeves photoshoot -we have to say- we are completely besotted. Wendren and her team borrowed some KIN items to complement the look and feel, and created a beautifully-expressed personality for each sleeve.

Have a look at some of the gorgeous compositions below and don't forget, you can buy the iPad and Tablet Sleeves online here :)

Brown Paper Laptop Sleeve by the WREN design, featuring : Fabric Calendar by Mochloco, Airship Illustration by Intaglio Prints, Wooden Bowls and Bird by MOKO

Bicycles iPad Sleeve by the WREN design, featuring white ceramic "paper" boats by Rebecca Townsend, illustrated postcards by Julia Mary Grey

Postscript iPad Mini Sleeves by the WREN design, featuring upcycled keyboard magnets by Recreate

Flying Foxes Tablet Sleeve by the WREN design, featuring : timber stands by JA!, framed owl illustration by Intaglio Prints

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All images shown here belong to the WREN design and may not be reproduced without permission.

Winter is Magic!

1. Buitensingel Street, Photographic Rain Series by Dave Robertson
2. Grumpy Bear Hotwater Bottles by Kooky
3. Brass & Wood Necklace by Dor&kie
4. Fabric & Resin Studs by Patatie
5. Wooden Coaster Set by Mocholoco
6. Balaclava Bear by Trollus Maximus & Sootcookie
7. Crochet Egg Cosy by Jelly Bean Milk
8. Fire Illustration by Jaco Haasbroek
9. Leather Studs by White Rabbit Days
10. Crochet Beanies by Strictly Handmade
11. Jackass Penguin Illustration by Alan Munro
12. Gem Drop Necklaces by Inge Marais

Snuggle Up for Winter

1. Heart Cups by Eleven Hundred Ceramics, Raindrop Cushion by Henri Kuikens
2. Share the Warmth Illustration by Arnelle Woker
3. I Am Light Necklaces by Bountiful Jewelry
4. Crochet Apple Cosie by Jelly Bean Milk, "Delicious" Cushion Cover by Nelle
5. Daddy Bear Brooch by Papertales
6. Tea Scrabble Coaster by Mocholoco
7. Porcelain Lovebird Necklace by Sarah Walters, Framed Papercut Artwork by Artymiss
8. Brass Signet Rings by Long Jean Silver
9. Felt Hot-water Bottle Covers by Grumpy Bear
10. Grumpy Bear by Kooky
11. Cork Toast Coaster Set by Papertales, Ceramic Mug by My China
12. Tea & Rusk Card by Papertales
13. Leather Scalloped Necklaces by White Rabbit Days
14. Small Raw Oak Boards by Moko
15. "Warm" Mini Print Set by JA!
16. Hand-painted Ceramic Studs by My China
17. Brass Studs by Schwarzie

Grumpy Bear Arrives at KIN on Kloof

  For the month of July, KIN on Kloof's windows are home to Grumpy Bear and his pile of tempting hot-water bottles. Grumpy Bear is Kooky's creation and his hot-water water bottle covers are made from ultra cuddly, woven felt blankets and are lined with an assortment of colourful fabrics.

Each hot-water bottle comes with two of these cool badges!

Lise-Mari of Kooky getting Grumpy Bear comfortably settled

Grumpy Bear says, "I want to go home with your feet...to keep them warm of course."

Grumpy Bear sure knows how to get your attention! He has a glimmering gold hot-water bottle when viewed from the outside, and a nice cosy red bottle when viewed from inside.

So many colours and prints to choose from!

Kooky also makes the gorgeous blanket poncho's we were chatting about the other day which gives everyone a chance to help someone keep warm this winter.

Kooky's Inspiring Ponchos

Although Kooky is best known for the bright, word-focused perspex bangles and cuffs we love so much, we would like to introduce you to the special winter project that Kooky has initiated.

Lise Mari, the creative mind and hands behind Kooky, began sourcing thick, strong, woven felt blankets with Cape Town's homeless in mind. Instead of giving away a blanket, which can be awkward to carry around, she designed a pattern that makes the blankets wearable as incredibly warm and durable ponchos.

Wanting a clever way to involve the community in her project, she now stocks sets of 2 ponchos in our Kloof Street store - each set is for sale for R300.00, and one of the ponchos the customer keeps and the other we donate to one of Cape Town's homeless. The price covers the costs of making, selling and distributing the ponchos without a mark-up for profit.

In a season so cold and harsh, Kooky's blanket ponchos are an easy way to give responsible help where it's really needed. Pairing your give-away poncho with the one you are keeping also connects you to the person you are helping, whenever you wear your own and feel its warmth.

January Inspiration, Organisation & Motivation

2014 is finally here! 

With big plans in our heads and bigger dreams in our hearts...now it's time to hustle!
To help you off to a smooth, organised and inspired start, we thought we'd share a few of the tools we've been enjoying so far this year...

1. Table Mountain 2014 Calendar by Fiddlesticks
2. A5 Zesty 2014 Diary by Schwarzie
3. Affirmation Cards by Soulshine Living, deck of 36 cards
4. Sausage dog & Shongololo Rulers by Green Grass Design
5. Large Pouches by Henri Kuikens
6. Perspex Bangles by Kooky
7. Set of 3 Mini Prints by JA!
8. A6 Notebooks by Papertales