January 2012
15 posts
CHANGES!
..so you might have noticed that we have been a wee bit MIA for the past few days.. not remotely like us at all right? Well it is because we (re) launched the WEBSITE!
We have been tickled silly, jumping for joy, and so smitten by the stunning site changes that we kind of forgot to tell you where everything new is and what all has changed!
So we have the SAME site.....
We have been bursting at the seams ever since we started featuring Lazerwood!
This company is rad.. cool.. creative.. and best of all, they love iPhones like we do.
And guess what?
Now you have the chance to win one of their classic cases all for yourself!
We cannot lie..
We are pretty jealous that you all get to enter.. in fact, can you enter extra for US.. We won’t...
Meet Banjo & Bone.. newly featured in Essentials!
Meet Found Studio.. newly featured in Wall Space!
Meet WormeWoole.. newly featured in Essentials!
Meet Dreaming Tree Farm.. newly featured in Little Ones!
Meet Bugga Design.. newly featured in Jewels!
Meet The Crimson Poppy.. newly featured in Home Decor!
We love PRAUD.. and soon, you will too. The tees are classic, timeless, modern, fresh, and clutch in whatever season Mother Nature has you in the midst of.. Made for the ladies and the gents.. PRAUD is our new favorite staple and educational tool.. I mean, comparing population densities on a tee?
Brilliant.
You can find PRAUD featured in our For Him category.. but remember, they can also be...
MARINE'S YARN WORKS
…meet Jena.. the sweet creative mind behind Marine’s Yarn Works! She is taking eco friendly and reusable to a whole new level thanks to her brilliant yarn creations.. her shop is filled with so much.. from baby booties, cozy mittens, fingerless gloves (for texting, duh), floor dusters, cosmetic towelettes, coasters, scarves.. and so much more! Her shop is cozy, intimate, and...
…our favorite iPhone case you asked? Oh.. look no further than Lazerwood. Seriously, stop looking around.. we found the ones you want. We cannot say enough amazing things about this company.. the cases are chic.. cool.. all made from wood.. the patterns are awesome.. the concept is simple.. and they rock.. got it? These bespoke creations are timeless and we guarantee someone is...
…meet Ellie! She makes dazzling coasters to help give your coffee table a splash of life from her shop Elegant Elliephant.. her designs boast everything from patterns, florals, abstract art, memorable quotes.. and even customizable race bib coasters.. seriously, she takes those fond race bibs of yours and transforms them into everyday reminders of how much you kicked booty in that...
We are so excited to share this cozy, comfy, and stylish shop from meganEsass with you all..
And guess what?
Now you have the chance to win one of her best selling Cuffed Slouch Hats!
Such perfect timing before the snow gets here.. right?
..the winner gets to choose the color of their choice..
mustard
avocado
blue mist
Here is how you can enter!
one… tell us why you would love...
N E W
Via Everything in Between.. starting today in Paper Goods!
Via balanced.. starting today in Jewels!
Via Hattie Designs.. starting today in Little Ones!
write with moxie
miles of light
write with moxie
subtle acts
miles of light
write with moxie
…buying handmade means you get 110% tender care put into each and every purchase.. over here we are obsessed in love with paper goods.. from notebooks, journals, simple cards, you name it.. we love it.. we love seeing how the smallest touch can go so far.
Ah.. Meet Mundo Flo based out of Leiria, Portugal! Not much has to be said about this line and collection.. from the stunning handmade bags.. notebook covers.. and prints.. designer Adriana has it down quite well.. We love the minimalist approach.. letting the amazing design quality shine through.. the colors are stunning.. and we love those patterns. We think this line is perfect...
…oh you guys.. meet Tili Bwino! And prepare to be charmed.. Tili Bwino is an African inspired children’s clothing line.. including toys and gifts for your own little tribe! The creative mind behind this vibrant shop is Alexa.. and her love affair with African textiles began long ago on her 10th Birthday.. She wanted to give new life to African inspired clothing in...
PALOMARIE.. Ah.. not much needs to be said about this stunning collection.. we LOVE it..
In fact, we will let the designers themselves state what they are all about…
Instead of using the words minimal or simplistic, we like to describe our collection as elemental. Inspired by our backgrounds in architecture and design we individually craft each piece using raw and industrial...
DBK DESIGN ARTS
Ah! Finally back to the grind! So many amazing new designers to share with you all… first up to tell you about.. we cannot get enough of this unique, vibrant, texture based, one of a kind design studio from DBK Design Arts.. the mixed silk/wool scarves are bold and artistic.. the jewelry is modern and so different.. using mesh in ways we never thought possible.. but simply...
December 2011
32 posts
miles of light
sloe gin fizz
tidbits studio
miles of light
sloe gin fizz
crafted by lindy
tidbits studio
miles of light
crafted by lindy
miles of light
A stunning 2012 calendar from Miles of Light
A dazzling ring from Tiny Armour
A moose puppet from Cate & Levi
A stylish iPad case from Maroo
A reusable wine tote from Towne 9
…some must have baby love via ‘the most adorable onesies you will ever see’ …meet The Wishing Elephant and make that newest Momma friend smile from ear to ear! We are in love with these darling designs and simple (but hilarious) quirky baby wear.. make those twins into mario brothers.. or style your little man with his very first bow tie.. regardless of what one...
Arunima featured in Jewels
Praud featured in Tees
Marine’s Yarn Works featured in Essentials
TWO DAYS LEFT!
Enter the SariBlue giveaway to win a $25 shop credit! Just click here to enter!
Enter the Alexia Claire giveaway to win a screen print basket! Just click here!
A real wood chevron iPhone case! By Lazerwood
An eco friendly yoga bolster! By Yogini Juju
A pair of gorgeous gold stud earrings! By Tiny Armour
A cozy cable knit cowl! By meganEsass
A must have moleskine journal! By Subtle Acts
A darling plush bunny! By Oh No Rachio!
A set of eco friendly pencils! By Write With Moxie
An eco friendly wine tote! By Towne 9
A classic art...
Hello Windy City! You guys.. meet Pixie Chicago.. and owner Cassandra.. we cannot say enough amazing things about the quality, designs, style, and passion behind this line of creative paper goods.. Cassandra still believes in the personalized touch of a simple piece of mail.. how awesome is that.. not texting, calling.. but actually sending mail! Her collection boasts almost anything...
…oh you guys.. she did it again.. Romina, of Dear June, now boasts this brilliant, nature inspired, paper goods shop.. Miles of Light.. and we are in love.. she proclaims it could be due to an influence from her mother.. but she loves anything that comes from the earth to help draw her ideas and style.. we are certainly glad she takes after her momma.. from the intricate calendars...
We cannot wait to share this perfect ‘little one’ giveaway with you all…
You have the chance to win a darling Russian Doll Storage Basket from Alexia Claire!
So ideal for storing all those toys.. decorating your little ones room.. so many cute options!
Here is how you can enter!
one… tell us why you would love the Russian Doll Storage Basket in the comments...
We cannot wait to share this little holiday giveaway with you all…
You have the chance to win a $25 shop credit from SariBlue!
..the winner gets to choose their own winnings.. a few options are featured above.. how cool is that!?
We love all the pendants.. necklaces.. and those bracelets.. we think those are our favorites!
Here is how you can enter!
one… tell us why you would...
…and the Subtle Acts ‘Light Bulb Idea Moleskine Journal winner is..
Hooray! Congrats Jena! Now you can keep all those amazing ideas a little easier!
Please email us at hello@20besttwenty.com to claim your winning!
…and the Towne 9 ‘Celebrate Wine Tote Winner is.. (drum roll please)…
Yahoo! Congratulations Courtnie!!! Now you can tote that wine in style!
Please email us at hello@20besttwenty.com to claim your winnings!
…meet Richer Poorer.. a genius design company that reminds us the importance of style, comfort, and individualism all the way down to mens socks.. they boast a sock collection that is as versatile as the American landscape.. from the skyline of NYC ..to the mountains and lakes in the Wild West.. they believe that freedom is what makes America...
…meet confectionery couture.. enticing, bright, luscious, and unique jaw dropping dangling earrings from the creative mind of Micah Yancey.. Micah began her love for jewelry creation in 2006.. later in 2008 she launched the BonBon collection.. in French, BonBon means ‘candy’.. and hello, these semi-precious gem drops look almost good enough to eat… Micah believes...
by WildPeace Organics
by AK Designs
by My Little Chickadee
by Branchbound
…cozy up with an afghan throw from Crickets Home.. these are our absolute favorites!
Jewels for HER from BonBon Jewelry!
(snag 20% off when you use the code 20BEST20)
Stylish socks for HIM from Richer Poorer!
(gobble up 3 pairs for just $30 when you use the code HOHOHO + free shipping/gift box)
An adorable onesie for BABY from The Wishing Elephant!
(get free shipping when you use the code freeshipping)
The perfect paper goodies for EVERYONE from Miles of Light!
...
A CASE OF THE COZIES...
Dear June
meganEsass
Dear June
Flytrap
meganEsass
Flytrap
memake
Oh baby… Moms.. take note! Meet Spitty McSpittles.. and his brilliant Mom who came up with a darling, stylish, wear all the time bib… for those baby stages when drooling and teething make just about any outfit hard not to be subject to the ‘spitty’ ….we cannot get over how adorable, practical, and well made these bibs are.. the patterns are cute, the material is repurposed (eco green what!),...
We cannot wait to share this perfect stocking stuffer giveaway with you all…
You have the chance to win a brand new Moleskine Journal from Subtle Acts!
..the winner gets their number one seller… the Idea Light Bulb Moleskine.. featured above.
So ideal for keeping in your handbag, brief case, or even next to your night stand!
Here is how you can enter!
one… tell us why you...
We have been chatting, gushing, and raving over these reusable canvas wine totes..
And guess what?
Now you can win one of these all for your own..
You have the chance to win the Celebrate Wine Tote from Towne 9!
Here is how you can enter!
one… tell us why you would love the Celebrate Wine Tote in the comments below!
two… ‘like’ Towne 9 on Facebook!
three… ’follow’ Towne 9...
S W O O P W I N N E R !
…drum roll please.. (insert perfect drum roll)
JENNY B! You won our Swoop Bags giveaway!
Hooray, YAY, Congrats!!! Perfect timing for the Holidays!
Please email us at hello@20besttwenty.com so we can get your information!
…umm chic holiday dresses say what? We are loving these beauties from Mrs. Pomeranz!
BonBon Jewelry
Miles of Light
Pixie Chicago
The Wishing Elephant
Crickets Home
Richer Poorer
via ADoodle
via Simple Twist Jewelry
via Tiny Armour
via Jibby & Juna
via giantLION
via Tangerine Jewelry Shop
via Academy Jewelry
via SariBlue
via Shadow Jewels
via Mayahelena Jewelry
*psst check the e-catalog to see which designers above are offering discounts!
A set of colored pencils for the dreamer, writer, or drawer… via Write with Moxie
(snag 10% off your order when you use the code 20BEST at checkout)
A stylish chevron mug rug for those coffee chat mornings… via Moxie Mandie
An adorable eco friendly bib for your little one… via Down Home Amy
A witty linen tea towel to spice up your kitchen… via Weather &...
…from Brisbane Australia.. meet MILATREE ..a most unique and bespoke shop of wearable art… tees to be specific.. designer, Thanh, is on a most spectacular mission to create a clothing line that is equal parts sustainable and ethical as they are comfortable and stylish to wear… pretty awesome idea right? Thanh has only just begun with the creations of humble...
…ladies and gents.. meet Simon Smith.. freelance illustrator and general do’er of artistic stuff… we love his block prints, lino cuts, and one of a kind artwork… the rich colors, striking lines, and quirky nature of his illustrations completely drew us into his whole collection… when troubled with a bit of a working rut in his drawing life.. Simon...
…okay ladies.. this shop, this designer, this collection.. is going to become a favorite of yours.. so go ahead and bookmark, tag, favorite, tweet, or post about it right now… okay, ready?
WildPeace Organics, was born out of designer Ying Knipe, and her love for nature and all that is organic… (see we told you it was going to be a favorite) …from the organic...
…oh girls.. get ready.. for Winter.. and to expand your closet.. meet meganEsass and her gorgeous line of essentials… her design shop is bursting at the seams with cable knit cowls, chunky long scarves, slouchy hats, bow tie collars for your dog, and even baby booties.. the rich colors and cozy textures just scream ‘add us to your closet’ …designer, Megan,...
…meet Oh No Rachio! Where designer, Rachel Basinger, and her passion for drawing and painting come to life throughout her darling collection.. we are obsessed with the banners and loving the one of a kind plush bunnies.. she even names them.. that is what we call a thoughtful designer.. whether a welcome home adornment above your mantel or the toy your little one cannot sleep...
November 2011
79 posts
…oh my.. insert swoon, gasp, ooo, aah… we are loving the collection from one of our very newest ‘Jewels featured designers.. Simple Twist Jewelry.. we are huge fans of classic, dainty, and simple stated jewelry.. and this collection is all of the above (actually so much more) …designer Kim is located out of the musical city of Nashville, TN and her...
…are you ready.. to give a gift this season that is meaningful, thoughtful, and most of all.. memorable? meet Subtle Acts… located in the piney woods of Texas.. designer Erica found a safe and peaceful vibe from creating her very own hand stamped cards, journals, and moleskines.. she even carves each and every rubber stamp herself.. sounds pretty therapeutic if you ask us.....
…we have been so eager to share this designer with you.. meet Harriet.. designer of Yogini Juju.. Harriet resides in Italy.. and quite frankly.. makes the most brilliant, beautiful, practical, and stunning yoga cushions, covers, bolsters, pillows, belts, and the list goes on.. she even makes meditation cushions for your wee ones.. how darling is that? taking a peek...