Category Archives: wooden hands

Attack of the Little Wooden People

Posted on August 22, 2011 by admin

We have noticed little mannikens popping up everywhere this year! Seen moonlighting at Hermes, working promotions at EuroShop or dancing at H&M, we’ve spotted these little people being used in a variety of creative ways. Where have you spotted them?

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CDW Merchants goes ‘bird watching at Global Shop 2011

Posted on April 21, 2011 by admin

Global Shop, the retail trade show, took place in Las Vegas at the end of March and we were there for our 6th year.using a theme of birds and birdhouses, we highlighted a broad range of capabilities, including distressing techniques, … Continue reading →

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Manikins take over Hermes

Posted on February 7, 2011 by admin

Hermes’ current windows showcase their heritage craftsmanship and it seems the small manikins are doing all the work! Wearing little aprons made of leather and canvas, these small articulated wooden people are lending a hand to make saddles, leather goods … Continue reading →

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Give a hand to Restoration Hardware for a simple idea done well

Posted on November 3, 2010 by admin

The best thing about ideas that have been used before is the various creative interpretations. In this case Restoration Hardware wanted to merchandise its new cashmere hand warmers for holiday and needed something to hold them up. They took wooden … Continue reading →

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