Summer nights are fast approaching, so I thought it would be fun to spruce up the standard twinkle lights and create a graphic sign, as inspired by this project on Oh Happy Day.  And the best part… I finally found a use for all of the old cardboard boxes I’ve been hoarding since my move. [...]

Everyone has the power to be creative and do something amazing. If you’re having trouble getting started on a creative project you might consider bringing someone else on board… In my last entry “Making Tyles and Pyroprints” I described the fun we had creating a unique and productive process we recently collaborated on. Reflecting on [...]

My inbox is full of messages from you guys and I gotta say, it’s pretty awesome. But it’s tough to respond to everyone, so I thought it would be cool to start up a Q&A series with me here… sound good? Here are some sample questions I’ve gotten recently: 1. Ty, you’re always on the [...]

Last weekend I hit up the Rose Bowl flea market and scored some killer finds. Seriously love thrifting on the weekends and this one only comes around once a month! The food is delicious, but I walked away with more than just a full stomach. Check out some of my favorite finds below… Hot grab, [...]

Words, phrases, quotes… they’re used everyday. Some are so powerful they’ve changed nations, some so inspirational they’ve given people hope in difficult times, and others are just mottos to live by. No matter how you put it, language is important. So for this next Wall Spirit giveaway we’re giving a big salute to the words, [...]

What I really love about design is the level of creativity that comes with it. No matter the form – architecture, furniture, fabrics, décor – designers don’t have many limitations to how crafty, quirky and sophisticated they can get in their creations. So celebrate all of creative and unique design across the globe I’m introducing [...]