Akar Design

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We’re drawn to these honey soap sets as much for their packaging as what’s inside. Made in the USA, each triple-milled bar is enriched with honey, lanolin, and glycerin, then molded into a distinctive hexagon shape. Beautifully designed, beautifully made, and ready to gift.

Proof that chocolate is a design object. Beautiful packaging, creative flavors, and a sweet reward inside. 🍫🌈

Looking forward to an artsy weekend in downtown Iowa City. 🎨✨

The Iowa Arts Festival is one of our favorite summer traditions—a chance to celebrate creativity, discover new artists, and enjoy the energy that fills our downtown streets.

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New from PEPIN: beautifully designed correspondence sets featuring Japanese-inspired artwork.

A Monday thought: handwritten notes never go out of style.

Whether it’s a thank you after a weekend gathering, a note of congratulations, or simply letting someone know you’re thinking of them, a few thoughtful words can mean a lot.

Who would you write to?

Summer colors are on the table. ☀️

Vibrant Ekobo tableware pairs beautifully with our modernist striped table runners and napkins, hand block-printed in Jaipur by an eighth-generation family of artisans. Thoughtfully made, colorful, and ready for everyday meals and summer gatherings.