Hey, cut it out!

Have you ever drawn or designed something, but left the drawing board frustrated that you couldn’t fabricate your design? The days of elusive, expensive and timely manufacturing are over. Ponoko is here.

This might be the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. Ponoko gives you access to a super expensive laser cutter for a lot less. No longer relegated to paper and graphic files, your designs can actually be fabricated in acrylic, hardwood and other materials.  Read more

Inspiring Erin McDermott

Charlottesville is a beautiful town with inspiration all around us, and jewelry designer Erin McDermott finds it in even every detail. She has perfected the art of translating nature and the everyday into beautiful, unique designs.

Her jewelry is as creative as she is, each piece given a wonderfully descriptive name like Drive-In Movie Drop earrings and First Day of Spring necklace. I had the pleasure of learning more about Erin and her designs. After hearing her story, each item seems that much more special. Read more