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We have officially passed the vernal equinox. The sun has crossed the celestial equator, bringing near equality to day and night. This episode is dedicated to beautiful things crafted well, collectors, makers and inimitable interior style. We’ll visit the Finnish master of pattern, Marimekko, and discover the intricacies of its in-house printing mill; chat with Melissa Morris, founder of leather-goods brand Métier, about bags that are made to last; and meet Scottish indie-soul singer Brooke Combe to talk about her debut album, ‘Dancing At The Edge of the World’.
Konfekt Korner50
We have officially passed the vernal equinox. The sun has crossed the celestial equator, bringing near equality to day and night. This episode is dedicated to beautiful things crafted well, collectors, makers and inimitable interior style. We’ll visit the Finnish master of pattern, Marimekko, and discover the intricacies of its in-house printing mill; chat with Melissa Morris, founder of leather-goods brand Métier, about bags that are made to last; and meet Scottish indie-soul singer Brooke Combe to talk about her debut album, ‘Dancing At The Edge of the World’.
Konfekt Korner50
We have officially passed the vernal equinox. The sun has crossed the celestial equator, bringing near equality to day and night. This episode is dedicated to beautiful things crafted well, collectors, makers and inimitable interior style. We’ll visit the Finnish master of pattern, Marimekko, and discover the intricacies of its in-house printing mill; chat with Melissa Morris, founder of leather-goods brand Métier, about bags that are made to last; and meet Scottish indie-soul singer Brooke Combe to talk about her debut album, ‘Dancing At The Edge of the World’.
