Finnish Designer Tapio Wirkkala's genius in the design field is indisputable. He is credited with blurring the lines between the arts and crafts and the visual arts. Tapio Wirkkala's prolific career spanned various mediums including glass, cutlery, lamps and even bank notes. His influence reached well beyond Finland and spanned the globe. One of Mr. Wirkkala's... [Read more...]
Last week was Design Week in Helsinki, Finland. Now in its sixth year, this city-wide event, encompassing design, architecture and fashion has evolved into a local phenomenon. The Finns are passionate about design and they believe that "design is something for everyone, and it belongs to everyone". This year the event's theme was story telling and the focus... [Read more...]
The staff at Didriks hopes you all enjoy a wonderful long holiday weekend. It is hard to believe that the summer is winding down and fall is quickly approaching. Here are some colorful pieces from Jars Ceramic that are perfect for transitioning your table from summer to fall. Jars France Ceramics have been in production since 1857 in Provence, France. Their... [Read more...]
If you belong to a book club you know that the socializing and eating can be just as important as the book. If you're on deck to host your book club we suggest you serve a meal inspired by the book. It is an easy way to plan a menu and the food is sure to be a conversation starter. A website called Lit Lovers is dedicated to book clubs. They offer menu... [Read more...]
