Archive for June 2007

Jun262007

Collectible Moomin Glasses by iittala Arabia

iittala Arabia Moomin GlassesThese ever-popular little Moomin characters are now available in a 4 piece Moomin glass set! Based on Tove Jansson’s series of books and comics, each character has a personality that comes to life. The Moomin story is so popular that the Moomin World theme park in Finland has become an international tourist destination.

Take a look at the Moomin Glass Set and other Moomin Collectibles at FinnishGifts.com.

Jun252007

Giorgio Vigna Glass Birds by iittala

Vigna Birds by iittalaIn 2007 iittala introduced a new generation of glass birds. Italian designer Giorgio Vigna’s birds are a sculptural, contemporary interpretation of the animal word. These birds are created by the master glass blowers at iittala’s renowned glass works in Nuutajärvi, Finland. Each bird is hand made through a very detailed process of forming, cooling, and polishing the birds – many stages are needed to create the final piece of art. Giorgio Vigna birds are available in three species at FinnishGifts.com: Circoli, Contrasti, and Colori.

Jun212007

Marimekko Upholstery Fabric – A Sophisticated New Look

Marimekko Upholstery FabricAdd new style to your home décor. Marimekko’s upholstery fabric collection includes many of the bold, large print patterns they are known for, but also many other patterns that are simple and elegant. Looking to add new life to a room? If so, Marimekko’s upholstery fabric might be just what you’re looking for. FinnishGifts.com now offers over 50 styles of Marimekko upholstery fabric.

Jun142007

iittala 2007 Summer Stint – FinnFest Bird

iittala Summer Stint FinnFest 2007This limited edition bird celebrates Finland’s 90 years of independence and was made especially for FinnFest 2007. Like all Toikka Birds, the iittala Summer Stint – 2007 FinnFest is handmade at iittala’s renowned glassworks in Nuutajärvi, Finland by master glassblowers. This strong little bird is very representative of the lively nation of Finland.