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Saturday, December 5, 2009

Custom Work: "carved"-initial tree plates

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Photo Credit: Rare Device

Photo Credit: Rare Device

Carving one's initials and those of one's beau/lady into a tree, a school desk top, or an ancient coliseum wall is a tradition that dates back to, well, the first iteration of gladiator sandals. Minneapolis-based Rust Designs' "Custom Birch Tree Platter," newly available at San Francisco design outpost Rare Device, is a modern, beautiful, and still charmingly romantic way to profess your love and dedication. (Side note: It would also make a great wedding gift.) The 11 1/2 x 15 1/2-inch platter runs $110, but if you're feeling a little tight on cash, there's also a four-piece mug set that's only $45, and each mug design varies slightly to represent one of the seasons. (No, I know it's not as cheap as a set of plain Ikea coffee cups, but neither is your heart.) One final argument: should the relationship go sour, no painful laser tattoo removal process will be required. Can't argue with that!

Photo Credit: Rare Device

Photo Credit: Rare Device

Because each piece is custom made, you'll need to wait 2-3 weeks for delivery.
























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Comments 1-4 of 4
  • Beth's Avatar
    Posted by Beth Thu May 1, 2008 7:40am PDT

    Wow that's pricey, but I really like the idea and design. I would actually consider spending the money for it, and it would be a unique spin on the "fine china" that people supposidly need to buy when they get married hehe.

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  • CaRoLyN cLaRk, Serendipity & Spark's Avatar
    Posted by CaRoLyN cLaRk, Serendipity & Spark Thu May 1, 2008 10:03am PDT

    I'm obsessed with Jessica Rust - my best friend got married last year and for christmas i bought them the mugs with their initials and wedding date! www.serendipityandspark.com

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  • Robin's Avatar
    Posted by Robin Tue May 6, 2008 4:32am PDT

    I really LOVE the design but that is WAYYYYYYY to pricey for me.

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  • Mom of Two's Avatar
    Posted by Mom of Two Wed May 7, 2008 6:57pm PDT

    The mugs are really not that bad price-wise, for a unique design like these. I saw pottery mugs at a craft show last weekend for $12 to $20 each. I like the idea of the 4 seasons too.

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