The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge – Anatomically Incorrect Creatures

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge – Anatomically Incorrect Creatures:

Although reporting on the Plush world is generally the domain of the fantastic Love & A Sandwich, I thought I’d share the work of Anatomically Incorrect Creatures and their Creature Specialist, London-based Bree Yena.

“Anatomically Incorrect Creatures are handmade faux taxidermy sculptures and plush wall art – specializing in unique and humorous hybrid creature home decor for all! Each creature is completely hand-stitched, designed from original patterns and created out of locally purchased acrylic and Eco Felt – felt that is made 100% from recycled plastic bottles. No animal products, such as wool felt, ever used. Anatomically Incorrect Creatures supports animal lovers, vegetable lovers, meat lovers, allergy sufferers and anyone with a sense of humor.

“I find faux taxidermy to be a unique and humorous mix of environmentally friendly home decor and odd cuteness.  Whether you are an animal rights supporter, craft connoisseur or just have a wicked sense of humor – there really is something for everyone to love with faux taxidermy!

“The creatures are hybrid combinations of at least two animals selected for their uniqueness, oddity and/or cuteness.  For example, Giraff-e-lephants and Foxy Owls!  There is also a truly vegan line of mounted vegetables. Quite a few of the creatures that exist now started out as custom orders and I get a lot of ideas from comments and suggestions through the shop’s Facebook page.

“I will make anything the customer’s heart desires.  The laws of science and nature need not apply – whatever you can come up with, I can try my best to recreate out of felt.”

Ever since I got my first piece of  plush taxidermy from Nicole Licht, I’ve been a fan of this idea. What better way to add grandeur to a room than with your own plush trophy?

AI Creatures takes gets extra kudos for their use of eco-felt and I just think they’re ace. Well-designed, witty and wonderful, you can commission your own piece by contacting the Creature Specialist directly. The hard part is deciding what to have!

Thanks to Pink Ray Gun for the quotes!

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The Cutting & Stitching Edge is brought to you in association with PUSH: Stitchery, the must-have embroidered art book by Mr X Stitch !

Perfect match.

Perfect match.:
Saul Bass matchbox covers. Via Design Related.

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge – Holly Levell

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge – Holly Levell:

Holly Levell is a textile artist from the UK who specialises in soft sculpture.


“I am inspired by my daily surroundings and the unnoticed aspects of life and how as an artist I can change the status and meaning of the humble object using my personal textile craft technique. It’s the idea of taking something that is overlooked in life and catapulting it into the spotlight.

“My current work comes from exploring ideas for the objects that feature in our day to day lives. I began to focus on shopping and started stitching a flat bean can in my room, it made me think ‘I wonder if I can make this completely from stitched textiles?’ softening the idea and creating a soft, nostalgic object. Supermarket stitch had begun!

“Originally I had no idea how to go about making them so it was a bit of trial and error. All of the objects have been taken apart and re-sewn together at least 10 times until I get the ketchup bottle lid to look just right or the ring pull on a coke can to look as though you could actually pull on it.

“I never thought about it until I began this work but we all have sentimental memories and a certain fondness for the foods and products that surround us in our lives, a bottle of Heinz Tomato ketchup in the middle of our table at home has become as much a staple piece of furniture as the table and chairs we sit at.”


I love a good soft sculpture and Holly’s choice of subject matter brings a smile to my face. Akin to the work of Harriet Hammel, Holly takes ordinary objects and makes us reconsider them by producing them in soft format.

Technically adept and well chosen, Holly’s work is great fun and a terrific example of the form. Find out more about Holly at her website.

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The Cutting & Stitching Edge is brought to you in association with PUSH: Stitchery, the must-have embroidered art book by Mr X Stitch !

Featured Designer: Amelia Graham

Featured Designer: Amelia Graham:



These beautiful prints come to us from London based designer, Amelia Graham. Amelia is a freelance designer who has worked with a variety of clients including Donna Karen, Calvin Klein, DVF, Paul and Joe, BCBG Max Azria, Gerard Darel, Macys, Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters,Top Shop, and H&M. You can see more of her work on her website, and be sure to follow her on Pinterest!
Have a fantastic weekend!

New work on the way

New work on the way:

New work is on the way, this is a bit of a taster of whats to come. I will have more news in the next couple of weeks.

CMYLK: Milliken Flooring

CMYLK: Milliken Flooring:

For this week’s installment of CMYLK, we’ve done something a little different. Instead of artwork and rooms, we’ve created Colourlovers palettes for four rugs from Spartanburg, South Carolina-based floor covering company Milliken. These abstract designs are works of art in and of themselves.

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Interiors | Eley Kishimoto Rugs

Interiors | Eley Kishimoto Rugs:


Eley Kishimoto has a way with patterns. Their designs have touched almost every type of surface from apparel to wallpaper, and even motorcycles and cars. Their most recent application includes an exclusive line of rugs for furniture store, Aram. The pair have recreated a selection of patterns pulled from their fashion textiles of the 1990s in hand-tufted wool. One of our favorite prints – the flash print – makes it into the mix. Add one underfoot here.
– Jessie Whipple Vickery

eley kishimoto rugs for aram

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ANNA NIESTROJ via THE SHINY SQUIRREL via PATTERN BANK

Feature Designer: Laura Banchik

Feature Designer: Laura Banchik:


Hello everyone and happy new year!!!! Today’s featured designer is Laura Banchik, a graphic designer from Argentina who has recently entered the world of surface design. Laura starts her design process by drawing and painting by hand and then manipulating the design in Photoshop. I think this method, along with her unique color usage, gives her work the beautiful, organic texture and movement that you see above. Laura recently moved back to Buenos Aires after spending four years in Barcelona and is currently looking for a job, either freelance or permanent. To view more of Laura’s work please visit her website.

Street Patterns: Jewels

Street Patterns: Jewels:

*post by Victoria Snape, images via: (Top Right) Charms by Izzy, (2nd Row Left) Rerun Vintage, (2nd Row Right) You dig it the most, (3rd Row Left) Emily taylor makes, (Bottom row left and right) I could be good for you

Interview: Tim Biskup: The musician and artist talks about Brainsled by Big Butter, a current Kickstarter to reissue the band's 1989 cassette as a double vinyl LP

Interview: Tim Biskup: The musician and artist talks about Brainsled by Big Butter, a current Kickstarter to reissue the band's 1989 cassette as a double vinyl LP:


Known for his visually intense work and populist aesthetic, visual artist Tim Biskup grew up in Southern California and, adding music to his creative talents, started the band Big Butter with his brother, Mike. Together they explored their favorite music genres, experimented with sound and put on live stage...

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iPhone covers: Kirath Ghundoo

Surface designer Kirath Ghundoo has created a collection of iPhone covers.

This is a modern and alternative product to design for.

Kirathghundoo.com

Swatch out.

Swatch out.:
A collection of Soviet textiles. More here.