January 05, 2010

Washing dishes in style

A Christmas package came from my friend Megumi in Japan, and one of the goodies inside was this dish cloth/sponge. I'm completely delighted! Designed by Lotta Glave, it's about 6" x 8" and 1/8th inch thick. The only problem is it's so pretty I don't want to get it dirty. Has anyone ever framed a sponge? (Available online in the U.S. here.)

31 comments:

  1. I wouldn't hesitate to frame a sponge. I love it!

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  2. Very cool sponge. Reminds me of these sponges my friend Priscilla just made: www.smartsponges.com

    They help u remember which sponge to use for what - seems obvious but never seen it done before!

    Hooray for great sponges :-)

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  3. Oh that is adorable! I would absolutely frame it. The website says they naturally decompose after 24 weeks and I'd hate to lose it! LOL! I'm assuming that only happens if you get it wet and use it.

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  4. So cute! I like your sponge :)

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  5. I agree, it's too cute to dirty. Put that sponge in a frame! It would be cute in a frame with an easel so you can sit it near the sink.

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  6. Hey I spotted your fabric!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=21147026

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  7. I think I'd have the same problem -- it's just too cute to actually use it :D I'd maybe put it in the kitchen only when expecting some visitors :D

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  8. :) I wouldn't want to use it either! Just frame it!

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  9. While I haven't framed a sponge, I have framed kitchen towels... anything is possible!!!

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  10. you can always find the coolest stuff in Japan.

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  11. that really is fantastic! deserves to be framed.

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  12. I love cleaning supplies and good design. Therefore...sponge framer!

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  13. Too cute... a good excuse for not doing dishes!

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  14. I definitely will frame it. Too pretty!!

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  15. so fun! i love fun surprise mail!

    I just opened up a "favorite things" swap on my blog. I'd love you and other How About Orange Readers to participate!

    http://davidandblairmcleod.blogspot.com/2010/01/favorite-things-swap.html

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  16. It is really nice. I am from Sweden originally, and have seen similar cloths there. Makes washing up a bit more fun...

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  17. I love it! I'd definitely frame it!!

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  18. Oh so pretty! I'd definitely avoid using it too.

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  19. I love it! It is very cool!You definitely must frame the sponge!
    I can't stop to wonder how it is made...it is silk screening probably?

    :")

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  20. I've never seen an artfully-made sponge! How neat is this!

    ~ Kristen

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  21. Checking out that site now! Thanks for sharing. :D

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  22. A sponge that's signed - sure I'd hang it up!

    I love your blog. I'm always reading it but have neglected to comment for a while.... and I gave you a blog award here -
    http://tamdoll.blogspot.com/2010/01/its-little-things.html

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  23. that confirms it - let's all move to Japan!

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  24. I just ordered some Marimekko sponges like that! I don't think I'll want to use them, but I just had to have them.

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  25. I keep my favorite sponge on the fridge. It's a map of the subway in Stockholm, with all the names slightly changed to become dirty words. I get happy every time I lay my eyes on it. (And so are my guests.) I say frame the best ones, use the second best! ;)

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