Arts Addict

  I' we been thrifting as usual in any possible occasion, just have not gotten around to document on blog. I shared this pic on Insta so here is quick post to blog. People who love pottery know Nicholas Mosse. He is renowned for his ceramic sponge wear. When I saw these, I immediately knew what these were and of course these are stamped on the bottom too. Maybe there is another collection starting? Who knows. These are such lovely pieces...although a bit granny cottage style, in same time they do have a sophistication to them.  https://nicholasmosse.com/pages/our-story They transfer their patterns to textiles and other objects too. I just had an idea that maybe I should go to visit their Mill during this summer as a daytrip. Second find was as lovely...very sturdy Millefiori wine glass. Quick Google lens and I think it is made in Murano and retailed under Leonardo brand. https://www.arnotts.ie/brands/leonardo/   I have found some amazing interior & lifestyle coffee ta...

  I have gathered to this blog post my couple of weeks thrift finds and what fabulous finds they are. Wow! I am over the moon that I have found two high quality designer items during last week.  This felt cross body bag fits laptop and more. It is by Hey-Sign   https://hey-sign.com/ This is high end designer item. I think it was donated because it has tiny flaw underneath. Of course as their prices are so high...they cant afford to sell items with defect. But this tiny spot is barely visible and on the side where bag is going against body. It will be worn with use anyways. I got this bag for 15 EUR when that size bags are over 200 EUR at their website. Oh, what a find!!! Second designer find are 6 plates by T&G Woodware Ltd from UK. The plates are very large and make a statement on the table. https://www.tg-woodware.com/ Quality. I only need to sand them slightly and oil and they are good to go. I wonder if certain companies keep donating to special charities because ...

  I recently treated myself to add addition to my collection. Here is amazing colorful ceramic teapot by Doirin Saurus. I love brave color combination and gold luster accents.  Below is link to my post where I show off my other Doirin pieces. https://imartsaddict.blogspot.com/2024/08/my-doirin-saurus-ceramic-collection.html I really hope to find more plates only then I would feel that my collection is complete.

  "Do buy or not to buy" I asked myself multiple times when  spotted this Belleek Shakespeare bust . It was most likely the most expensive item in whole charity shop. I decided to: Buy! The stamp beneath dates it to 1980-1993. Vintage and in very good condition. No discoloration, chips or cracks.  https://www.belleek.com/pages/date-your-belleek https://www.belleek.com/pages/about-us https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Shakespeare Star by Julien Macdonald gin glasses. Just looking at them assures that these are quality glasses. Super lovely pink color on them. Sadly Pandemic got Julien Macdonalds firm: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-66404794                                                                                  ...

  Underneath of all finds on main photo I have this tablecloth or maybe it is even bead spread...who knows. Its thick and good quality and has elephants on it...Indian? I think the thread might even be silk? There is no label and I am no textile specialist but it looks and feels fabulous.  Stunning find. This is fabulous red candle holder. It has carved eagles or cranes carved on the sides. It has also incised makers mark "Taelstone 1999 C " I could not find any info about but it or maker but looks beautiful quality to me and is heavy to hold one long candle and not fall over. Handmade turned and carved mango wood jar. Very nice indeed, to store anything inside really. 100% silk scarf by Tie Rack. Hand turned and stitched edge tell the quality oh it and I love its colors. The silk items ( like ties and scarfs ) were made in Italy.   Company is currently for sale. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tie_Rack I could not resist this grumpy looking Santa. It is hand painted o...

 From Estonia I got the tablecloth and necklace, rest is from Ireland. I spent a week in Estonia and in between of galleries, museums and concert visits I found a moment to pop in Uuskasutuskeskus shop. It is a chain of shops promoting sustainable lifestyle and give new home to unwanted items.  https://uuskasutus.ee/en/about-us/ Look at the beautiful colors on this linen tablecloth. And it was waiting there for me...because look how well it goes with the pottery I found later in Ireland. Its a bit strange indeed but it makes me happy. I found these three vintage from 1980s pots from one charity shop in Ireland. They are all signed O'Neill Ireland...one has date 1989 as well. They are beautiful and I believe them to be by Rob O'Neill who in those years worked in Bunratty and Waterford. R & M O'Neill Designs Waterford Above is gathered from different info I get from Google Images. I am unable to find more specific info about this potter. Berret from Primark. 100% wool and...

  OMG. I loooove this lamp that I found at charity shop. It is not signed but it is European origin because of its EU plug...looking at the cord and switch it looks vintage 50s, 60s. I did Google Image search and 2 options...one almost identical was sold in the past at Poshmark and titeled as Murano. Sadly didnt saw the price it was sold for. Other similar lamp picture came up and said it was Polish origin. If its Murano...Wow. I consider it Epic find anyway because its so beautiful how those blue and green swirls show from white glass when it is lit up. Photo does not do it justice. Other art glass find on same day. Cute and beautiful color small Mdina glass bud vase.   https://www.mdinaglass.com.mt/en/aboutus/aboutus/1/about-mdina-glass.htm . Then I found this amazing coffee table book "The Painted House" by Graham Rust. He is a master of wall murals...so the book shows his designs. They are AMAZING. Found interesting video from YouTube  https://youtu.be/zb3nO5krsA...

 Whooa. This thrifting could have subtitle Pottery but I thing Deruta deserves highlighting. I found these three Deruta plates. Love to see the hand painted decoration on them. Oozes charm. Pattern is called "Orvieto Red Rooster" The Orvieto (or Orvietano) design is a very old and traditional pattern that originated during the Renaissance in the hill-top town of Orvieto Italy. https://www.artistica.com/collections/orvieto-red "Love your Home" Secrets to Successful Space by Dermot Bannon. Dermot Bannon is a architect and known hosting TV shows on interior design etc. Known for "Room to Improve" TV show. This book is full of photos to get you inspired.  "In this book he teaches you how to understand the fundamentals of design - the importance of light, function, proportion and connectivity. Taking you through each room of the house he teaches you how to improve your living space so that your problem house becomes a perfect home. " https://www.amazo...

 Here is my fabulous Doirin Saurus ceramic collection.  First time I saw her work I was immediately drawn to drawings, colors and whimsy. All works are wonderfully wonky as well. She is now in her 70s and resides in West Cork, Fethard. She earns additional living by doing pottery classes. The most usual her items you can find in Ireland art galleries are mugs...bowls and plates are rare.  I am now aiming to buy 4 more plates but it is not easy. I know they are out there because I was only able to afford buy 2 plates in the beginning and there were more left in that gallery but when will people starting to sell them is a question...I think everyone keeps them because these are easily favorite things to own. I have seen also tea pots with the whimsy portraits and then there are abstract sculptural vases that I have seen, similar abstract pattern drawn on them as my smaller bowl here in the picture.  So, there is plenty of space to grow my collection. Hunt is on!