UNICEF

UNICEF have collaborated with some of the worlds most luxurious fashion labels to create a range of super-cute dolls, known as the Frimousses de Createurs, as part of a new exhibition at the Petit Palais in Paris. Running from November 18 to 23 the event is designed to raise charity for UNICEF’s vaccination programmes in the Darfur region.

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Tuesday, October 14th, 2008

Bjorn Rust

Brisbane-based designer Björn Rust believes in socially responsible and emotionally sustainable concepts. With a portfolio brimming with product design ideas that are driven by new materials and processes, his work is designed to inspire and surprise.

Posted in Design by Canvas Magazine
Tuesday, October 7th, 2008

Verbeek Vintage

Brigitte Verbeek creates one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces by mixing and composing vintage and victorian pieces with an assortment of collectible antique material. Each design is made from the heart, instilling a strong sense of connectedness between the artist and the wearer.

Posted in Jewellery by Canvas Magazine
Monday, October 6th, 2008

What Does Europe Mean To You?

EuropeByDesigners is an international artistic project with an aim of finding how cultural, political and emotional motives are translated through design. The theme of this year’s project is “What Does Europe Mean To You”. Entries in any artistic field are welcome to submit ideas, closing date December 31st 2008.

Posted in Design by Canvas Magazine
Monday, October 13th, 2008

Moscot Glasses

Perhaps in response to the success of the re-released original RayBan Wayfarers, Moscot have recently re-launched their Originals in an appreciative nod to the ‘geek chic’ that is making its mark across runways.

Posted in Fashion by Canvas Magazine
Tuesday, October 7th, 2008

Greenspaces

Greenspaces is an organisation providing space and support for green businesses. They are currently running a competition and calling for all green entrepreneurs to submit ideas in any given field. The winner will be given a year’s free office space in Brooklyn, cash prizes and consulting advice during the beginning of the tenure. For further information visit Greenspaces New York and start thinking of ways to reduce our carbon footprint!

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Wednesday, October 1st, 2008