BERTIL VALLIEN is a gift to glass. The impressive portfolio of this prolific artist is haunting, memorable, and mesmerizing.
His 60-year career, spent advancing the craft of sand-casting, is a study of one man's existential questioning actualized on hypnotic works of art.
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BERTIL VALLIEN IS A 60-YEAR KOSTA BODA ICON, DESIGNING FOR THE BRAND SINCE 1963.
He is one of Sweden's most celebrated glass artists with numerous awards and museums exhibitions around...
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EMON MAASHO, CEO AND PRESIDENT OF ORREFORS, NORTH AMERICA, is representative of the exciting trajectory in this 125-year operation. The über-exec joined the New Wave Group in 2013, a time when Orrefors and Kosta Boda (OKB) were underperforming assets in the portfolio. "Our crystal brands are national treasures and a part of Swedish history," Maasho affirms. And he wanted a front row seat in their revitalization. Maasho was placed in charge of the new hotel and restaurant division ...
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Oskar, who helps retailers and brands at Bridge, gave me this neat Shop Local towel. (Thank you, Oskar!)
The sponge towel is compostable, can be used 200+ times, and be machine washed. It’s 70% cellulose and 30% cotton. Made in Sweden.
Have you seen a neat item or visual that promotes shopping local? If so, please post it and share it with us and your network.
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October 27, 2018
October 27, 2018
Juliska's Bilbao White Truffle Dessert / Salad Plate and Ekelund's Orja Table Runner.
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March 13, 2017
March 13, 2017
Designed by Anna Ehrner. With hand-applied decoration of swirls of contrasting calligraphic lines, each Contrast piece is a unique work of art which can be used everyday and or highlight the holidays. The pure forms are crystal arenas for the drama of free-flowing patterns that bring out the inner nature of the glass. Pure shape bears up the patterns that bring out the inner nature of the glass, making every piece unique. These dramatic pieces work into any interior design scheme. functionally ...
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March 9, 2017
March 9, 2017
Orrefors crystal home decor iluminates your interior spaces.
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March 1, 2017
March 1, 2017
Be ready for Spring Flowers with the beautiful Organic collection by Orrefors.
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February 12, 2017
February 12, 2017
Congratulations Sting and Wayne Shorter to the Polar Music Prize. The trophy is designed by Efva Attling and handmade in Sweden by Orrefors.
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February 9, 2017
February 9, 2017
Tattoo Collection by Ludvig Lofgren for Kosta Boda.
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February 9, 2017
February 9, 2017
Tattoo by Ludvig Lรถfgren. A series inspired by tattoos with romance and rockโn roll. Vases, blows, platters and wine glasses with roses handpainted in Sweden.
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Congratulations Max Martin - the worlds most successful pop music producer for winning the Polar Music Prize. And Congratulations to Cecilia Bartoli on winning a Polar Music Prize for your wonderful opera. The awards are designed by Efva Attling and handmade in Sweden by Orrefors.
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June 6, 2016
June 6, 2016
The New Orrefors Intermezzo Air. Made in Sweden.
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March 15, 2016
March 15, 2016
Orrefors champagne glasses with crystal cupholder in Volvo XC90 Excellence. Handmade in Sweden.
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February 28, 2016
February 28, 2016
Sabina Ddumba was awarded The Newcomer of the Year at the Swedish Music Award called Grammis. We welcome @sabinaddumba to witness the making of the actual prize by several 6th generation skilled craftsmen at our glasswork in Smรฅland, Sweden.
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January 18, 2016
January 18, 2016
Itโs all about the Bubbles! The Bubble is a truly sensory form; begging to be chased, caressed, or simply watched from afar. Interpreted by Mateus in their newest dinnerware collection,releasing its potential as a fine dining set. Now Bubbles is as fit for a feast as it is for a picnic. Hand painted in Portugal and available in multiple colors.
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December 6, 2015
December 6, 2015
Volvo redefine luxury together with Orrefors. The Orrefors Crystal Eye, a crystal gearshift, exclusive for Volvo and handmade in Sweden, is of course available in the newly released S90 as well as in the new XC90.
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November 22, 2015
November 22, 2015
Or even "Handmade in Sweden" with hundreds of craftsmen, glassblowers, cutters, handpainters, glass professors and designers ensuring you the Great Drinking Experience of Orrefors.
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January 26, 2015
January 26, 2015
Handmade haute couture. Sweden's high fashion and design culture meets Portugal's renowned tradition of ceramic craftsmanship in the Mateus collection. With fanciful, nature-inspired designs, Mateus easily lends itself to mixing and matching.
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January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
Linum represents a creative meeting point where Swedish design meets generations of textile traditions. Offering a broad selection of soft furnishings for the home that provides endless opportunities for co-ordination. Linum products are designed and produced for every day use as well as for special occasions. They only use natural materials of the highest quality for our yarns, color pigments and stitching. Available now through a la carte!
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