Our Collaboration with Boston ceramicist and designer, Jill Rosenwald
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Let's start it off like this. I was in 6th grade when Jill launched Jill Rosenwald in 1996. So while everything was a big deal and my world was crumbling as a middle schooler, Jill was building an empire. Enough said?
Ok, fast forward to 2009. I was onto my second design job at a local Boston firm, Korn Design. I was living in the South End and life was really good. At Korn, we had a strong focus in hospitality and the arts. My first big account was The London Hotels: The London NYC and The London West Hollywood. I was working on their print collateral, pulling together photoshoots and developing custom products for their VIP clients and in-room amenities. Owner, boss and mentor, Denise Korn, sent me off to New York to what was then called, the New York Gift Show. It's now NYNOW. I was to find brands to partner with and products we could customize for our hotel and restaurant clients. "Don't forget to say 'hello' to Jill Rosenwald, you must find her, she's awesome." It literally went something like that. Ummm . . . ok, will do!
Without any other knowledge, there I was going up and down the never ending rows of company after company at the Javits Center looking for unique goods . . . and Jill Rosenwald. After sore feet and being slightly famished (if you have ever been to the gift show you know exactly what I mean), I spotted her! Beautiful lamps by her husband Lawrence McRae, bright colors, bold patterns and a women with an exuberant and warm personality. Denise was right, she was pretty awesome.
Jill makes you laugh. She has a personality like no other and ever since that day, she's been an incredible inspiration. She captured the attention of Neiman Marcus in the 90s and graced the pages of InStyle, House Beautiful, and Oprah Magazine just to name a few. She has since launched a bedding line, rugs and soon, new pillows which I've been lucky to get a sneak peak of!
But what I love most about Jill is her drive and her passion for being a maker. Success aside, it starts when you're young and it's about the journey that gets you to where you are. At a recent In Company of Women panel in Boston, she tells the story of being a young girl with an entrepreneurial spirit. Jill would make little objects and sell them door to door in her hometown of New York pretending she was a girl scout to "raise money for her troop". She had the entire theatre laughing and if you know Jill, there is something not so surprising about that! Jill went on to sell her ceramics out of boxes on the street. These are the types of maker stories that inspire me.
In 2013, I decided to leave Korn Design and give myself an opportunity to grow as a designer. At that point, I had been at Korn for five years. So much of what I know today (and how I think) is because of Denise.
A year later, Jill had a few available studios in her large Fort Point space and I jumped on it with two friends and colleagues, Jessica Klein and Nicole Bass. I had been at a non-permanent co-working space on Newbury and it was time to create a space for my business. At this time I was doing some event design work but what really started to take flight was the beginnings of The Everyday Co.
2016. Spring was approaching and Jill popped her head into our studio with an idea. She shared that she had yardage of this amazing fabric she had printed hanging out in the back room. She wanted to do something with it. The print was her Hampton links pattern that covers many Vintage Jill ceramics and her current bedding collection. It was a no-brainer (our cloth goods use remnant fabrics) and an opportunity for us to revive her Libeco fabric back to all it's glory. 100% linen and hand-printed in Massachusetts, this luxurious fabric was perfect for something substantial. And special.
We tossed around a few ideas . . . dinner napkin . . . placemats. I wanted to do something that would hold a story and inspire other makers no matter where you were or what you did. We landed on a towel. We would make it slightly larger than our Everyday Hand Towels and beef up the hook to match the weight and feel of the fabric. Along with my team, Caitlin and Marta, we gathered in the studio and start picking out the details. Edge colors . . . twill weight . . . twill colors. Then we noodled over construction . . . hook placement . . . stitch width . . . and the custom twill tag that would help tell our story.
Outtakes!
The challenge here was highlighting the fabric, the technique and construction—the combination of Jill Rosenwald and The Everyday Co. The goal was to create something useful that married all of these touch points. The result, a Makers Towel that is functional and beautiful.
Cut from what was left of Jill's Hampton link fabric, each towel is numbered 1 through 80 with a note from us.
This project is for all the dreamers, believers and makers with a story. A story of conviction, passion and willingness to take risks.
Whether you're a gardener, painter, chef or oyster shucker . . . mom, pop, homemaker or shopkeeper . . . you're a maker and we hope our Makers Towel brings you joy and inspiration.
You got this.
xo,
Kathryn & Jill
Gorgeous lifestyle photography by our dear friend, Lara Woolfson of Studio Nouveau. Thank you.
Our Linen Wedding Invitations featured in Charleston Weddings!
CommentHi there Charleston, We're so excited to be shared by Style Me Pretty EDITORS and introduced to you BY WAY OF CHARLESTON WEDDINGS MAG!
Check us out on page 194 in your Fall/Winter 2016 Issue—Charleston Weddings Special Edition and largest issue yet featuring Style Me Pretty Editor, Abby Larson's favorites!
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A special thank you to our incredible modern calligrapher, Chelsea Petaja. and our photographer from Colorado, Jacob Brumley of Brumley & Wells. They were the best to work with and we couldn't have done this special invitation for our wedding without them.
Love being in the company of talents: La Happy (they did this beautifully designed map), Graphic Designer, Safron Avenue; and incredible photographer, Jeremy Chou.
Photo by Brumley & Wells
Oh So Beautiful Paper Grid Patterns Picked Us!
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OH SO BEAUTIFUL PAPER PICKS:
I have this wire wall grid in my own office as an inspiration board! I have the copper version, but it also comes in the classic black version pictured above and in white.
Unison Home seriously has the best selection of grid pattern products, from trays to textiles. This grid platter would be so perfect for dinner parties
A Master Plan grid notepad from Snow & Graham
This ombré grid bedding from Hay is super cool! I also like the large scale windowpane pattern bedding from Brooklinen and these smaller scale grid pattern sheets from West Elm.
The most beautiful navy windowpane linen napkins from The Everyday Co.
Silver foil thanks over an illustrated grid pattern from Hartland Brooklyn
This grid tablecloth from Unison Home makes a huge graphic statement for dinner party table décor. I also picked up this budget version (with a smaller scale pattern) during one of my latest trips to Ikea.
A pretty ceramic ring dish with a hand painted grid pattern from A Sensible Habit
Removable grid wallpaper in a black and white pattern – also available in dark gray/light gray and white on black here.
Super cute grid pattern paper plates from Bash Party Goods (they have lots of other grid pattern items in their party collections!)
In the home of blogger Jennifer Scott in Better Homes & Garden magazine
CommentCheck out our Striped Cotton Dinner Napkins in your October issue of Better Homes & Garden!
A fresh remodel by blogger behind With Home, designer and mother-of-two, Jennifer Scott, and her family of four caught out attention! We love how her and her husband completely transformed their Cinderella Utah ranch captured in the October issue of Better Homes & Garden. Thanks to BHG, our Stripe Cotton Dinner Napkins were spotted in her beautiful and inviting mid-century dining room.
You can check out more behind the scenes photos of her process on her blog!
Apartment Therapy: Warm Industrial Dining Room featuring The Everyday Co.
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by Katie Holdefehr
Apartment Therapy Associate Editor, Design & Projects | New York, NY
We're so excited to discover that we've been featured on one of our all time favorite blogs, Apartment Therapy! Loving the mix of feminine and masculine Katie Holdefehr, Associate Editor, has gathered to create this modern, chic dining space. We couldn't agree more that our Blue Chambray Dinner Napkins would had a soft contrast to the space!
From Katie on her picks for this warm and industrial dining room: "Filled with sturdy wood and metal furniture, an industrial chic dining room is always impressive. Add some casual workwear-inspired denim accents, throw a soft rug underfoot and the look becomes surprisingly inviting. Hunt for pieces that play on the industrial style's go-to materials, such as wood, metal and leather, but don't be afraid to soften them up with a more delicate silhouette. Start your search by shopping our favorite finds."
Thank you Katie & Apartment Therapy!
The Everyday Co. featured in Botanical Bridal by Boston Wedding Photographer, Gabriella Riggeri
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For this gorgeous photoshoot featured on Wedding Sparrow by Gabrielle Riggeri, we created custom linen Dinner Menus with a fringed edge detail, Everyday Dinner Napkins and Dessert Napkins in Moss and Light Peach. Menu design and printed details created by bespoke wedding invitation designer, Shanleigh Heelan of August & Oseola.
Beautifully set at Tower Hill Botanical Garden in Boylston, Massachusetts, this inspirational bridal shoot is sexy, sultry and the perfect compliment and contrast to it's natural, lush setting. Hats off to everyone involved . . .
"This shoot is inspiration for the bride who has a profound fascination with raw and untouched flora. We chose to work in a greenhouse that was built in the early 1900’s and still remains in its original state. Our bride wandered through this peaceful sanctuary, full of small ponds and an abundance of fresh vegetation, wearing a beaded gown from BHLDN and a Victorian ring, restored to it’s original beauty, by Trumpet & Horn. The stationery was dip-dyed in coffee and tea, imbuing unique colors and textures. The overgrown bouquet completed the centerpiece design, which was gracefully paired with handmade organic linens and mismatched vintage silverware from years passed. Surrounded by lush greenery, our blushing bride found the perfect tranquil setting for a quiet moment of reflection." - G. Riggieri Photography
Photography: G. Riggieri Photography | Film Lab: Photovision Film Lab | Stylist & Planners: August & Osceola and G. Riggieri Photography | Floral Designer: Moonstone & Moss | Dress Designer: BHLDN | Rentals: (Props) Crompton Collective | Accessories: BHLDN | Venue: Tower Hill Botanic Gardens | Cake Designer: Blackbird Doughnuts | Hair & Makeup Artist: The Dollface Duo | Stationery: August & Osceola | Venue for model shots: Wellesley Botanic Gardens | Linens & Napkins: The Everyday Napkin | Ring:Trumpet & Horn | Model: Kristin Hollis from Maggie Inc.
The Everyday Co. IS NOW IN ARKANSAS AT WITH|HOME SUPPLY
Commentnew stockist: with home supply
We're excited to be in Fayetteville, Arkansas, known for beautiful gardens and farmers markets. Well, at With Home Supply you'll get all of this and more. Offering locally made home goods from all corners of the US, this thoughtfully curated shop is equal parts casual and chic with a lot of warmth and texture. Discover "furniture, lighting, kitchen and barware, textiles, lifestyle and travel goods, and an ever-rotating collection of found items." Now including The Everyday Co.!
As they say at With Home Supply, "Fill your home WITH good things and good people."
How beautiful is this shop? I would be in trouble if this shop was here in Boston!
Everyday 100% Linen Navy Windowpane, Blue Chambray & Luxe Gray Linen Dinner Napkin Sets
Everyday 100% Linen Navy Windowpane & Luxe Gray Linen Dinner Napkin Sets
I could cozy up in this little area right here . . .
Photos by Tanner McGrinty, husband of co-owner, Sarah!
Pop in, say hello and shop our Everyday Dinner and Signature Napkin sets in 100% linen Navy Windowpane, our Luxe Gray Linen and Blue Chambray!
WITH HOME SUPPLY
44 E Center Street
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Monday — Friday 10:30 — 6
Saturday 9 — 3
Sunday Closed