When I interviewed designer Christophe Delcourt recently for the National Post (click here to read it) he was talking passionately about craftsmanship and the beauty of handmade objects. His words popped into my head when I saw this fresh new line of lamps that Industrial Storm will be carrying by ceramicist Lesley Anton. Take a look below to get a feel for the collection, they have a sculptural rough and ready modern vibe to them that recalls mid-century studio pottery. I love 'em! And, as is currently de rigeur in lamps; they have personality for days as well as quite the eco cred (Lesley carefully reduces waste, saving clay and water as much as possible, and uses organic fabrics for the shades). To see Lesley at work throwing and slip casting the lamps, click here.

In other news - Yesterday was yet another bad day in magazine world - Canadian Home & Country sadly just announced that it will be closing it's doors.