Friday, November 30, 2012

of the earth + of the sea

[ of the earth ]
"Crystal serves as an accumulator of terrestrial magnetism. By gazing at the crystal, the eyes set up a harmonic relation stimulating the magnetism collected in that portion of the brain known as the cerebellum. The cerebellum therefore becomes a reservoir of magnetism which influences the quality of the magnetic outflow through the eyes, thus setting up a continuous flow of magnetism between gazer and crystal. The amount of energy entering the brain eventually increases to such a proportion as to affect the poles of the brain, a region extending just above the eyes, contributing to psychic phenomena."

[ sold ]
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[ sold ]

[ of the sea ]
“My soul is full of longing
for the secret of the sea,
and the heart of the great ocean
sends a thrilling pulse through me.”
[ not for sale ]
[ available $50 ]
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[ available $100 ]
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a little more magic for your nest and in perfect time for gift giving...
If you are local they can be picked up or delivered, I can also ship out of town. Shipping and handling will be added to all mail orders.

Air plants will add a modern and organic energy to your space. They do not need to be in water or soil, and only need to be sprayed with water 1-3 times a week depending on lighting.
To purchase please contact chloetouran@gmail.com

Sunday, February 26, 2012

crystalline structures...


"the growth of crystals is entirely compelling to me – growth in a non-living thing is absolutely amazing! moreover, it's fascinating the way each mineral has its specific growth structure which is consistent, yet depending on environmental variables each specimen is unique. "

- bec brittain [ via you have been here sometime ]







the SHY light, by bec brittain

thoughtful design from a thoughtful creator.

"the SHY Light (taking its name from the initials of the designer's grandmother) uses the spare beauty of thin LED tubes to define the edges of its shape; in this way the function of the piece is created by its form, and vice-versa. it is also inspired by crystalline structures, both by the shapes they take as well as their growth. the modular hardware that comprises the SHY light can be reconfigured in a myriad of different ways, taking new shapes according to what the space demands; like crystals each can be different while sharing the same structural foundation. each piece can be hung in any orientation."

yet again, let me take you into the crazy web of randomness that is my thought process and personal navigation. so the other night somewhere between online "window shopping" and searching for pineapple printed baby harem pants... I came upon this brilliant lighting by bec brittain. [ thank you tenoversix for bringing bec and (yes!) pineapple printed baby harem pants into one place ] my crystal and lighting obsession is more then clear, so you pretty much have me at anything crystalline like. but the concept here is what is giving me the warm and fuzzies. love the idea of a warm and romantic presentation through structured geometric form.

and even beyond this lighting bec has a really inspiring background, including design director at lindsey adelman studio until 2011 when she launched her own project. I always find myself going back to my lindsey adelman post when I need a little inspiration. no doubt that I will be doing the same here.

in her bio she states...
"The aim is to create work towards which there is both an immediate sensual reaction to its form and material, as well as a more gradual appreciation of a larger idea."

in my opinion, done and done.

lurk/shop...
bec brittain
tenoversix
matter

SHY Polyhedron, debuted at american design in paris 1.22.2012

*all photos/quotes from becbrittain.com unless disclosed

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

lets be friends...


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[ instagram ] @chloetouran

leather makes everything better...












... been meaning to post this for awhile, but this is the packaging I've decided on for my crystal/airplant creations. [ white deer skin leather ] love how buttery and soft the leather looks against the crystals [ angles ] and plants [ lines ]. the mix of the three textures is so good! hope you like them.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

a little magic for your neck...

$130 [ Lemon Quartz : Jasper Skulls ]


$130 [ Quartz Point : Brass Beads : Citrine Beads ]

the power of two...

by chloetouran

the [ crystals ] attract positive energy
the [ evil eye ] wards off the negative

Just made these two last night! Playing around with making different variations of my Power of Two necklaces. Excited to take some pictures of them on a few of my favorite ladies, so say tuned! Will have them up soon.

All ChloeTouran necklaces are handmade upon order.
Also available for order...
ChloeTouran Power of Two & Warrior necklaces

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

seek no further than the mountain...









a little updated inspiration from all for the mountain in this new year never hurts. making this year about my family and creativity, which pretty much translates into raising babies and making jewelry. going to start putting together a studio space for myself, so my cup of tea and I have spent the better part of the evening seeking a little inspiration, which ended with me falling back in [ heart ] with all the above. adore the shapes, materials and rawness that is all for the mountain. something in the designs that makes you feel a closeness or connected to it?... yeah i like that.


Sunday, January 1, 2012

3 degrees of cosmic wonder...

[ ONE ] Cosmic Wonder Free Press : book and music publishing.
magic village...



[ TWO ] Cosmic Wonder Light Source : a fashion project.


"COSMIC WONDER Light Source, launched in 2007, is our fashion project.We study various aspects of light and weave these ideas into the clothing. Wearing light, one creates an environmental effect, shifting the balance of everyday occurrences. Sharing the light's warmth, the brightness of life opens up to the universe."






[ THREE ] Cosmic Wonder : is a multimedia art project.


"Light Garden is an installation of two suspended disks
composed of naturally dyed cotton and hand-made patchwork.
These mandalas can be seen as portraits of light.
While reflecting the eternal outward rippling of its waves,
it is through their inward resonances that the universe is cast within us."


a little cosmic and style (via Maryam Nassir Zadeh) inspiration for the New Year.