Every once in a while I come upon a shop that I know I’ve got to post about. How happy was I to stumble upon Oryx + Crake’s online shop on Supermarket tonight? Very happy! Featuring a minimal sensibility with unique design details, the work of Oryx + Crake is pure genius as far as I’m concerned. Jee Bundy, the designer at Oryx + Crake, has used bamboo throughout her collection, and offers all kinds of items for the home and garden – from coasters to cake stands and bird feeders too. I’m particularly enamoured with the clocks from her shop and I’ve included one of my favorites for you to see above.
Jee Bundy lives in Rochester, New York and freelances as a consumer product designer, one of her recent clients- Sony, she designed a custom line of bags for them. Maybe you’re wondering where the name Oryx + Crake came from like I was? It’s the title of one of Jee’s favorite books by Margaret Atwood, and while there is no symbolism or overt connection to the book to be found in her line, I agree it sure does make a great name!
A birdfeeder like this makes me wish I had a backyard so I could put it up, kick back and watch the birds every morning from my porch.
Got a friend or family member who adores poker? I think these coasters would make a wonderful gift.
This handmade clock was made from laser cut bamboo and finds it’s inspiration in nature.
I’d love to hear about your favorite handmade shops, designers and artists! Leave me a note in the comments so I can check out their shops – and yours too, if you have one.
BeckyKay says
February 17, 2011 at 8:47 amWow! That bird feeder really is amazing!
Erika Jurney says
February 17, 2011 at 1:37 pmIt makes me think of a scandinavian mobile home!
Bale & Twine says
February 17, 2011 at 9:27 amGreat find! Supermarket is a fun place to check out great handcrafted products. Jee’s work is very nice. I have started a new adventure into the world of handmade, Bale & Twine. Thanks for your great site, the blog is inspiring.
Desiree says
February 18, 2011 at 6:44 amwhat a fabulous shop name (a margaret atwood reference :D). beautiful stuff, and amazing photography.
Mekinking says
February 18, 2011 at 10:04 amAlways great finds! thanks a lot :)
Mary says
February 19, 2011 at 9:11 amWow, I love that bird feeder. Growing up my grandfather was an avid bird watcher, We get so busy with life that we forget to stop and see the beauty that nature has to offer. I remember one day as a child I got so angry over something stupid (obviously since I cant remember what it was) and he made me go sit on the porch and think about it. The only thing I remember about that “time out” were his bird feeders and how serene it was to sit there and just enjoy. Thank you for posting about this shop…Im going to check out that bird feeder for him, or maybe for myself lol!
Erika Jurney says
February 19, 2011 at 10:18 amThat’s a really sweet story – thanks for sharing it.
Kylie says
February 20, 2011 at 12:40 pmGorgeous! I especially like the coasters.