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Friday, December 4, 2009

  • Custom Work: "carved"-initial tree plates

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    By Valerie Rains, Shine staff, on Wed Apr 30, 2008 7:02am PDT

    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! Read More »

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