Friday, August 31, 2012

Iittala Taika Mug, White, 13-Ounce

Iittala Taika Mug, White, 13-Ounce Review



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Iittala Taika Mug, White, 13-Ounce Feature

  • Iittala Taika mug; 13-ounce capacity
  • Made of durable porcelain for everyday use
  • Enchanted forest theme; choice of blue or white background
  • Design by acclaimed Finnish artist Klaus Haapaniemi
  • Safe for use in the oven, microwave, freezer, and dishwasher
While most iittala dinnerware embraces form over ornamentation, Taika breaks the mold. True, the forms are clean and simple, but the surfaces are wildly decorated with imaginative owls, foxes, and trees in a rich Nordic tradition. Taika means magic in Finnish, and the enchanted forest theme is apt. The designer of these fanciful scenes is Finnish illustrator and artist Klaus Haapaniemi, a rising star in the international design world. Each porcelain mug, bowl, or plate comes in either a white or midnight-blue background, which allows for individualized expression in mixing together or with iittala's all-white Aika dinnerware.

Made in Finland of durable porcelain, the Taika mug holds up to 13 ounces of tea, coffee, or cocoa, and is safe for microwave heating. Haapaniemi's red-tailed fox and mysterious owl both adorn the straight, tapered sides of the fully-decorated mug, while the graceful handle and interior remain white even on the blue version. Paired up with Taika 8-1/2-inch plates for cookies or treats, the festive mugs seem to have a special appeal during the holiday season. In addition to microwave-use, all Taika dinnerware is safe for use in the oven, freezer, and dishwasher. --Ann Bieri In 2007, Iittala launched the highly individual Taika 13-ounce mug by Klaus Haapaniemi, an internationally renowned illustrator. Klaus Haapaniemi has a very distinctive style of decoration, and combining this style with the basic values of the Iittala range produces an exciting mix. This 13-ounce mug and the complimentry pieces in this collection, has a fantesy story told on it's surface, bringing an exciting and colorful presentation to the table! To counterbalance the exuberance of the decoration, the design is translated on a simple shape featuring classic, clean lines. This mug is also availble with a blue background. A new design and look for your table - only from iittala.


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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Minuteman International H-61 Tabriz Rug, Rectangle

Minuteman International H-61 Tabriz Rug, Rectangle Review



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Minuteman International H-61 Tabriz Rug, Rectangle Feature

  • Tabriz - deep olive color
  • All rugs meet federal requirements of part 1631 (ff2-70) for surface flammability of small carpets
  • Measures 56-inch by 26-inch
  • Rectangular
  • 100-percent virgin wool
These rectangular rugs are woven in patterns based on classic Tabriz and Art Deco designs. They are available in neutral Deep Olive and Cocoa colors, and in an elegant blue and gold combination.Hearth rugs protect your floor and will add beauty and warmth to your fireplace. They can also be used as door mats or as occasional rugs throughout your house. (For indoor use only).All our hearth rugs are woven from the highest quality 100-Percent virgin wool and dyed in rich saturated colors. They are fire resistant and meet federal requirements for surface flammability of small carpets (Part 1631 - FF2-70).Warning: your pets will probably make a bee-line for these rugs so they can bask in the warmth of the fire!


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