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form + function » talking trends MIRROR, MIRROR Vancouver industrial designer Alex Henderson refers to her creations as "works of art disguised as objects ofdesign," and rightly so. She makes her wooden hand mirrorsfrom North American black walnut or alder and finishes each one with natural oils. The simple, classic design gives the mirror a timeless quality and an esthetic worth your wall space. The hole in the handle allows the mirror to be hung, making an interesting accent for your bathroom or bedroom. Henderson will customize hand mirrors at your request with engravings on the handle or the back of the mirror face. $150; Henderson Dry Goods – K. H. PALATABLE PANSIES Bring a touch of spring to your winter table in more ways than one with Cool Wave edible pansies. Easy-to-grow and lowmaintenance, these hardy overwintering blossoms can withstand seasonal frosts and return in the spring sooner than other varieties. Arranged with some leafy salad greens in a rustic burlap container, they make a charming edible centrepiece. Sprinkle them over salads or use to garnish cakes and pastries for a fresh way to add some flare to sweet and savoury dishes. With their subtle minty flavour and beautiful petals, these versatile little flowers taste as good as they look. From $4 to $15; available at independent garden centres  – Natalie Walters TREE TYPOGRAPHY The monogram is nothing new, but Anthropologie has a fresh take on this old favourite. Their brass tree monograms take a playful approach to showing off your initials. The whimsical design is a great fit for kids' rooms and is a clever way of adding the ABCs to a nursery. These tiny trees are also suitable for the master bedroom; try using the branches to hang jewelry or hair accessories. $24 each; Anthropologie ■ – K. H. See SOURCES on page 83 14 | BC HOME & gardEn February 2013 p12-15_TalkingTrends.indd 14 13-01-23 10:49 AM

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