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I think I might have just stumbled upon my version of a candy store with The Book Cover Archive. The title of website is exactly what it is: a giant depository and archive of beautiful book covers, including the design info that they could find for each one (art director, typeface, etc.). One of my favorites is the collection directed by John Gall where the books are framed like a diorama (see the last image above!)

I can spend hours just browsing through the whole site, and something tells me that you might just be propelled to do the same if you’re a bookaholic like me.

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There’s not going to be a book review this week — in fact I’m taking a few days off as it’s a holiday over here, so I’ll be leaving you with an interview with Lilli Carré by Melanie.

See you on Monday and have a great weekend!

Realizing that her odd knitted toys had garnered an audience after it all sold out during her final show, Donna Wilson started her own line in 2003 after graduating from the Royal College of Art. What follows is a collection that is as eclectic as it is fun. From fun characters – Meg, an avid traveler – to a few new additions including Meg’s boyfriend (he’s the bearded one), Donna’s shop is not only filled with quirky characters eternalized in plush toys, but is also well stocked with curious cushions, luxurious lambswool blankets, and variety of products that will make your house guest smile.

What I love about her collection is that it straddles the very fine line between sweet without being overly girly. The characters and their world are made up just right and perfect, and would seem cool in a guy’s pad as much as a lady’s apartment (let me know if I’m wrong on this one!)

Read all about her in the interviews she has given throughout these past few years, all collected and bundled neatly into a PDF that you can download!