modern love note, designed and hand embroidered by birmingham-based artist smallwoods studios. 

a wink and a nod to “live, laugh, love” — and an acknowledgement of my southern snark and impatience. - tamara

black embroidery floss on natural seeded quilting cotton, framed in a 6” wooden hoop, finished with twine for easy display.

the 54 celsius "f*Ck you" candle is the perfect candle to express it all– your mood, your opinion or even your view of life! give the f*ck you candle to someone you think deserves it, or don’t give a f*uck at all – keep it all for yourself. 

the "f*Ck you" candle candle is made of paraffin wax.

dimensions: 7.8 x 3.5 x 3.1 in. (20 x 9 x 8 cm.)

each candlehand candle is handmade – no pun intended. these hand gesture candles are ethically made in vilnius, lithuania.

“you are generally tolerable” is honestly one of the nicest things that a person can say. because most people are gross, you know? ick.

birmingham-based artist tamara has teamed up with jordan, who says hilarious stuff all the time. tam writes some of it down and hand embroiders it.

original art by smallwoods studios. 

this piece is framed in a 5” embroidery hoop with red & white twine for easy display.

the 54 celsius "love" candle is a lovely way to you show your affection to loved ones. the beautiful creation is formed by crisscrossing the index finger and thumb to make a mini-heart.

the "love" candle candle is made of paraffin wax.

dimensions: 6.7 x 3.9 x 3.4 in. (17 x 10 x 8 cm.)

each candlehand candle is handmade – no pun intended. these hand gesture candles are ethically made in vilnius, lithuania.

“you are a low effort acquaintance in my life” is honestly one of the nicest things that a person can say. it’s a nice compliment, as aren’t we are all low on energy? a person that requires “low effort” might even be pleasant to be around. the acknowledgement of fact that “you are” (indeed) “in my life” is a heartwarming reminder to be sure.

birmingham-based artist tamara has teamed up with jordan, who says hilarious stuff all the time. tam writes some of it down and hand embroiders it.

original art by smallwoods studios. 

this piece is framed in a 5” embroidery hoop with red & white twine for easy display.

the get bullish "out of patience for disappointing men" tote makes a statement—boldly and unapologetically. featuring the phrase "out of patience for deeply disappointing men in unmerited positions of authority" in rainbow pastel lettering, this slouchy tote is guaranteed to turn heads.

crafted from durable cotton canvas, it measures 13.5" x 14" with unique rounded handles made from a single piece of fabric for a seamless look.

carry it as a daily reminder that patience has its limits.

the 54 celsius "peace" candle is designed to reach the heart of the hippy in all of us. packaged like a champion to play both offense and defense.

dimensions: 7.8 x 2.7 x 3.1 in. (20 x 7 x 8 cm.)

each candlehand candle is handmade – no pun intended. these hand gesture candles are ethically made in vilnius, lithuania.

the 54 celsius "rock" candle gives 'come on baby light my fire' energy! why just decorate a space when you can make a statement. recommended for gifts for birthdays, company parties, christmas, anniversaries, and just spreading good vibes. 

• real hand size and texture
• dimensions: 7.8 x 2.9 x 2.9 in. (20 x 8 x 7.5 cm.)
• burning time: approximately 2 hours (please it on a plate for burning. Wax will drip when it's lit.)
• materials: paraffin wax, cotton wick
• scent: this candle is unscented

each candlehand candle is handmade – no pun intended. these hand gesture candles are ethically made in vilnius, lithuania.

Say it with sweetness or sarcasm with the the 54 celsius "thumbs up" candle. the many faces of this gesture are amazing. use it to say you’re ok or good job. to give a review or a like. but be careful using it to hitch a ride or you could end up with a thumbs down experience. 

dimensions: 6.9 x 5.1 x 1.9 in. (16 x 13 x 5 cm.)

burn time: ~2 hours 

materials: high-quality paraffin wax, wax dyes, cotton wick.

each candlehand candle is handmade – no pun intended. these hand gesture candles are ethically made in vilnius, lithuania.

“you’re neat” is honestly one of the nicest things that a person can say. because don’t we all feel messy sometimes?

birmingham-based artist tamara has teamed up with jordan, who says hilarious stuff all the time. tam writes some of it down and hand embroiders it.

original art by smallwoods studios. 

this piece is framed in a 3” embroidery hoop with red & white twine for easy display.

modern love note, designed and hand embroidered by birmingham-based artist smallwoods studios. 

you’re the one I want next to me when you’re on your phone and I’m on mine.

ah, true love.

black embroidery floss on natural seeded quilting cotton, framed in a 6” wooden hoop, finished with twine for easy display.

#1960now captures the ongoing fight for equality, from the 1960s civil rights movement to the black lives matter movement today. through striking black-and-white photographs by shelia pree bright, this powerful collection juxtaposes portraits of past and present social justice activists, highlighting the courage and conviction of both ’60s elder statesmen and today’s new generation of fighters. this collection offers a sobering reminder that the struggle for justice is far from over, while showcasing the enduring spirit of resistance.

• features documentary images from recent protests alongside portraits of iconic figures from the 1960s civil rights movement.
• visually compares the activism of the 1960s with the black lives matter movement of today.
• an important contribution to american protest photography and a stark reminder of the continuous fight for justice and equality.

#1960now is a must-have for anyone passionate about civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of social justice.

the lingua franca classic cashmere crewneck with "bans off our bodies" across the front. canary with lime green thread.

this collection is 100% sustainably-sourced cashmere, and we recommend hand wash cold with a mild detergent or dry clean + lay flat to dry. do not bleach.

the 'bans off our bodies' sweaters are hand-stitched in new york by women in the lingua franca community.

the lingua franca classic short-sleeve cashmere crewneck with "i think i love you" patch. sky blue with poppy patch + canary thread.

this collection is 100% sustainably-sourced cashmere, and we recommend hand wash cold with a mild detergent or dry clean + lay flat to dry. do not bleach.

these ethically-produced sweaters are hand-dyed in nyc.

jules is 5'5" wearing an xxlarge.

the machete .75" perfect hoops in gold are the perfect handmade lightweight staple hoops.

they are 14k gold filled. 

machete jewelry is designed in atlanta, georgia + ethically-made in italy.

jewelry care: the oils from your skin transfer to the metal and need to be washed off periodically. the easiest way to clean your earrings is to wash with mild soap and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. store when not in use.

the machete .75" perfect hoops in silver are the perfect staple hoops, handmade from lightweight, rhodium-plated recycled brass with butterfly backings.

machete jewelry is designed in atlanta, georgia + ethically-made in italy.

jewelry care: the oils from your skin transfer to the metal and need to be washed off periodically. the easiest way to clean your earrings is to wash with mild soap and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. store when not in use.

the machete perfect hoops seriously live up to their name. they are ultra-lightweight, made from recycled brass, and on top of that—they match everything!

the perfect hoops measure 1.5" in diameter, and they are a 4.5mm thick gold filled recycled brass hoop.

machete jewelry is designed in atlanta, georgia + ethically-made in italy.

jewelry care: the oils from your skin transfer to the metal and need to be washed off periodically. the easiest way to clean your earrings is to wash with mild soap and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. store when not in use.

100 years of modern iran: simple history series zine #6 is a concise and compelling overview of a century of political upheaval, revolution, and transformation in iran. covering the years 1891–1991, this zine explores the fall of the monarchy, foreign coups, and the rise of the world’s first islamic theocracy.

part of the simple history series by j. gerlach and published by microcosm, it offers sharp insight into how iran’s modern history connects with the judeo-christian west’s ongoing tensions with the islamic world.

a fast, thoughtful read for curious minds.

zine / pamphlet
published by microcosm