Deep-Fried Creative

CassieD — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:49:19 +0000

by UK illustrator Monsieur Cabinet

And since we’re on the subject of Santa…

CassieD — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:18:25 +0000

…add this little lovely to my Christmas wish list.

Light saber umbrella

CassieD — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:16:47 +0000

Let out a little geeky squeak when I saw this. Dear Santa…

Barbie Like You’ve Never Seen Her Before…

CassieD — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:53:11 +0000

…. with tattoos. I haven’t been into Barbies since I hit tweendom, but this one sure got my attention.

Here’s the descrip:

tokidoki® Barbie® doll is always ready for cutting-edge fashion! She pops on a pink miniskirt, logo leggings and black top with signature skull heart and bones, carries a large bag from the brand, then adds bracelets, a belt, and sky-high sparkly silvery shoes! This funky fashionista features trendy tattoos and a pink bob. With cactus friend, Bastardino, by her side, she’s ready for fun in fashion-forward form!

And the disclaimer:

For adult collectors. (With a pet named Bardardino, I’d guess so.)

Other sights to be seen over on barbiecollector.com:

The Bob Mackie Countess Dracula Barbie Doll

The Joan Holloway Barbie Doll

i heart converse

rhodeislandredchick — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 19:23:37 +0000

If I could pick any brand to work on it would be Converse. I love the shoes, I think the brand transcends generations and multiple genres of music (which I also love) and

I love the most recent Converse “motto”.

“The brand enters its second century by honoring its heritage of seeing things a little differently, loving people who want to change the world for the better, and basically celebrating the spirit of rebellion and originality in basketball, Rock & Roll and anywhere else you find it.

And there you have it — for now… The best stories are the ones that don’t end — the ones you just keep adding to and adding to — all the while marveling at the creative, disruptive, optimistic, courageous ways things evolve from being what they were, to what they are, to what they will become.”

Fun Project

rhodeislandredchick — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 19:10:37 +0000

Actually, I think this one is a challenge. I challenge you to take pictures of, or take note of the first 30 logos you see in 30 minutes. Then post the photos or list here. I think it’ll be neat to see if any logos are repeated and if they are which ones!

I Love Melissa and Doug

CassieD — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:30:00 +0000

When our new ECD asked our Creative Team what brands we would die to work on, I quickly ran down a mental list of my favorite brands. I could think of many that make everyday appearances in my life. Several that frequent my shopping list. But which ones did I REALLY love? Which ones did I get excited about? Which ones gave me warm fuzzies?

Once I asked myself those questions, I had a definite answer. I love, love, love, love, love Melissa and Doug, even though I don’t own a single one of their products – yet. Our little biscuit is just learning how to open and close her hands, but I can’t wait for the day when she’s old enough to get those little hands on some Melissa and Doug fun. Check it out:

They don’t just make play food. They make wood play food that’s detailed down to the seeds that kids can slice apart and put back together.

: Melissa and Doug Fruit Cutting Play Set

They don’t just make stuffed animals. They make organtuans and other exotic animals that are as big as your kid.

: Melissa and Doug Plush Orangutan

They don’t just make toy clocks or sorting blocks. They find a way to make both.

: Melissa and Doug Shape Sorting Clock

And they don’t just make blocks. They make architectural blocks, complete with columns.

Melissa and Doug Architectural Blocks

I just love the quality, the craftsmanship and the smarts behind all their toys. Even their dress up clothes and doll furniture are a notch above the rest, and I already have puzzles and presents picked out for the coming years.

Recipes for Delight

laneburner — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:23:23 +0000

http://www.theydrawandcook.com/

Many of us work with recipes regularly. Some of us might find them to be a little basic and boring. This blog reminds me that even the most basic of information can be delivered in a delightful and inspiring way.

Google Before You Tweet Print

CassieD — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:37:16 +0000

Creative Debate: Kraft Mac & Cheese

CassieD — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:11:30 +0000

Kraft Mac & Cheese got a nice packaging makeover, and the new logo on the packaging is being used as a brandmark for the whole mac & cheese family of products. Pretty cool.

Here’s what design firm Landor Associates had to say: “The program began with consumer research that identified several key brand equities including happiness, smiles, and joy. These equities were incorporated into the development of a new visual identity for the Kraft Macaroni & Cheese masterbrand – the “noodle smile” – which will be extended across platforms, from the packaging on shelf to advertising on the street. Read more over on The Dieline.

Weigh in with your thoughts, but how can anyone not love a noodle smile? The “mmm” does make me of Campbell’s though.