Classing it up…

A month ago I ordered a custom brand from Heavy Industry.  I found them on Etsy where I also have a shop.  They were absolutely awesome to work with.  I sent them my logo in jpg format, asked about what size would work best for the font, and presto, here’s my awesome new brand.  I splurged for the electric branding iron, didn’t want to have to mess around with a propane torch trying to get it to the right temperature.  I’m really pleased with the brand, and I think it helps developing an identity, plus it looks pretty cool.  I’ve put it on a few items so far, including the business card holder seen above.

Last week I finished off this coffee cart for Patisserie la Toque.  They wanted a modern looking coffee cart with a bit of an industrial feel.  Seemed like the perfect opportunity to try my hand at a concrete counter top!  The cart is 3/4″ Baltic Birch plywood and a 2″ thick concrete top.  I put it all on casters so they can move it around for cleaning purposes.  The cart + coffee maker must weigh in at around 200 lbs. so it’s quite sturdy.  Already they have had lots of comments from their customers and it might lead to a few outdoor concrete table orders.

Photo of the Week

While most of my photos have been from film cameras or the odd one from my D300, I do own a digital point and shoot and feel it’s a great camera for certain situations.  The other day I was making an espresso when I saw this shot and felt the need to take it.  It’s a simple still life and even though it’s taken with a cheap camera, I like the look of the shot due to the slightly different perspective.

Sweat Shop – Paris

Stumbled upon the “Sweat Shop” the other day in Paris. It’s a store that allows you to use sewing machines for 6 euros/hour.  They also have big tables for cutting, a back lounge area with coffee and pastries, and they even hold classes to teach people how to sew.

 

It was a super cool place, the staff were very friendly and helpful too.  What did we make? Well you’ll have to read on tomorrow…

Espresso Solo – Concrete Coffee Maker!

This concrete espresso machine named “Espresso Solo” was designed by Schmuel Linski, a student at Shenkar College of Engineering and Design.  The machine is made from concrete as well as metal parts and can make a short or long espresso.  It’s a very simple design which works wonderfully with the concrete, very inspiring!

via Dezeen